FREE Guide! How to Calculate Dimensional (DIM) Weight

Written by Eric Nash

Published Dec 27, 2014

Starting in 2015, UPS Ground and FedEx Ground/Home Delivery will modify their shipping rates. The current rates are based on the weight of the package, but the new shipping rate method will be based on the size of the package. This pricing program is known as Dimensional Weight Pricing, also referred to as “DIM Weight.”

Stamps.com has released a NEW Dimensional (DIM) Weight Guide. The FREE downloadable PDF includes everything you need to know about DIM Weight including:

New rates being implemented by UPS and FedEx in 2015
Description of DIM Weight
How to Calculate DIM Weight Pricing
DIM Weights for the 25 Top Selling Box Dimensions
Benefits of using the USPS, Pricing Examples, Tips to Reduce Costs
and much more!

DOWNLOAD THE DIM WEIGHT GUIDE NOW!

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