How Do You Increase Gross Weight Or Load Factor?
Gross weight, or load factor, is the ratio of the average load being carried by a vehicle to the theoretical maximum load capacity of that vehicle. Increasing gross weight is important for maximizing efficiency in transport and for reducing environmental costs from carrying freight by reducing the total number of trips required. While the exact method for increasing gross weight or load factor varies from vehicle to vehicle, the essential methods are the same. Repack the vehicle, making a concerted effort to maximize every last inch of space therein to allow for more freight to be carried per trip. Start by packing in the largest pieces of cargo first and working your way down to the smallest items to increase the amount of weight being carried by the vehicle. Use every inch of cargo space, including the driver’s compartment if no passengers are being taken on the trip. Reorganize the way in which the cargo is boxed to maximize space. Eliminate superfluous packing materials, stripping
