Irregs and Oversize
- Thread starter JackStraw
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Operational needs
Virescit Vulnere Virtus
They can get a lot more packages in a truck with the big stuff gone.
stoliohranj
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I'd rather 10 more stops than a single flat pack bookshelf
TheFigurehead
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At my center, they are attempting to shove about 2x more bulk than our building can handle through the system. They've got constant stoppages, and nowhere to put it. There is bulk stacked out in the aisles waiting to be put on a full belt. It's a hazard, and UPS is one angry employee away from a visit from the local inspectors and OSHA, and some serious fines.
worldwide
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It's true. Those packages over 8 feet and length, over 70 pounds and over 130" in length plus girth take a lot of extra handling so if customers want UPS to handle them, they are going to be paying quite a bit more. If a package is found in the system that is over 150 pounds and over the max 165" length plus girth size limit, the shipper will be charged $500. Clearly, the message to the customer is, compensate UPS for the extra work involved in handling these shipments or call an LTL carrier to handle them. Most LTL carriers have minimum charges that start around $80-$90 plus they charge quite a bit more for delivering to a residence so there are not any bargains in that world. FedEx is introducing similar charges on these large shipments as well.
Effective December 24, 2017
The Large Package Surcharge will apply to any U.S. Domestic package with a length exceeding 96 inches or a length plus girth greater than 130 inches. The surcharge will be $80
The Over Maximum Limits charge will be $500.
The following changes will be effective July 8, 2018:
- The Large Package Surcharge for any U.S. Domestic package delivered to a residential address will be $90.
- The Additional Handling surcharge for any U.S. Domestic package exceeding 70 pounds in actual weight will be $19.00.
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Oh good! We'll have even more shippers inputting false dimensions and weights than usual! LOL
worldwide
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You think the companies shipping these large items will simply absorb these new costs? I doubt it - that would eat into their profit. If customers want their 60"+ flat screen TV's, mattresses, furniture and other huge items delivered to their front door, they have to pay for that service, whether it's with UPS, FedEx or an LTL carrier.
Analbumcover
ControlPkgs
Good. If it's one less giant box of 
from Grandinroad or Pottery Barn I'll be happy.
from Grandinroad or Pottery Barn I'll be happy.
MzTeaze
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We had inconsistent irreg handling. Some came via rollers into the trucks while others were pushed around via irreg train. It was a hassle because many got stuck on the conveyor belts while others were manually lifted off the floor onto the walkways to get pushed into the trucks.
UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)
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Depends on who answers the door.
JackStraw
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Lol. Agree. I guess it also depends if there is an envelope on the door next month.
MyTripisCut
Never bought my own handtruck
Anyone that thinks this price surcharge will change the amount of irreggs on your truck, you’re not thinking clearly. This will only add more to UPS bottom line. Increasing the dividend, and bonus for our fearless leaders. Don’t be naive.
UpstateNYUPSer(Ret)
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There has got to be a price point where LTL or even renting a pick up truck and hauling it home yourself makes more sense.
To me, I would never pay $100 on top of the shipping charges. I would do Ship to Store and haul it home from there.
To me, I would never pay $100 on top of the shipping charges. I would do Ship to Store and haul it home from there.
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