Weight, crate design and unloading define the plan.

Start with the product form

Tiles in cartons, fabricated worktops and large slabs have different packing and handling needs. Keep product type, finish, batch, quantity and any allowance decision separate. Square metres purchased cannot replace crate dimensions and gross weight.

Dense cargo needs both weight and volume

Illustrative calculation: 1.000 m³ corresponds to 166.667 kg of volume-based weight on the current estimator basis. If the confirmed gross weight is 800 kg, the calculation uses 800 kg, not 167 kg. This illustrates the formula; it is not a typical weight claim for stone.

Check each crate, not just the shipment total

• Outer dimensions, gross weight and centre-of-load or lifting information where required.
• Supplier packing method, support points and handling orientation.
• Equipment and competent personnel available at the delivery site.
• Where the cargo can be placed safely before it is opened or installed.

Separate freight acceptance from site approval

A route may accept a shipment while the property cannot receive its heaviest crate with the available equipment. Confirm the unloading plan before dispatch. Packing engineering, slab support, storage and local installation are not approved by an online freight result.