olumetric Weight Calculation : -

When dimensional weight exceeds actual weight, shipments will be charged according to the IATA volumetric standard.

The factor for dimensional weight has changed as of January 3, 2011. Please see the new standard formulas below:

Chargeable Weight :
As per the regulations of the International Air Transport Association, air carriers charge either by weight or volume, whichever is
greater. This is known as chargeable weight. Compare your shipments actual weight versus its volumetric weight and see which value
is greater. If the dimensional weight is greater in value than the actual weight, transportation charges will be based on the dimensional
weight value. We will always charge the greater of the two amounts.

Domestic Package Formula :

Dimensional weight
(lbs)
=
L X W X H
-------------
166
L = Length in inches
W = Width in inches
H = Height in inches


International Package Formula :

Dimensional weight
(lbs)
=
L X W X H
-------------
139
L = Length in inches
W = Width in inches
H = Height in inches
Dimensional weight
(Kg)
=
L X W X H
-------------
5000
L = Length in centimeters
W = Width in centimeters
H = Height in centimeters


Measures Conversion : -

Length Multiply by
Inches to Centimetres 2.54
Centimetres to Inches 0.39
Inches to Millimetres 25.40
Millimetres to Inches 0.04
Feet to Metres 0.31
Metres to Feet 3.28
Yards to Metres 0.91
Metres to Yards 1.09
Miles to Kilometres 1.61
Kilometres to Miles 0.62

Area Multiply by
Square Inches to Square Centimetres 6.451
Square Centimetres to Square Inches 0.15
Square Feet to Square Metres 0.09
Square Metres to Square Feet 10.76
Square Yards to Square Metres 0.84
Square Metres to Square Yards 1.20
Square Miles to Square Kilometres 2.59
Square Kilometres to Square Miles 0.39
Acres to Hectares 0.40
Hectares to Acres 2.47

Volume Multiply by
Cubic Inches to Cubic Centimetres 16.39
Cubic Centimetres to Cubic Inches 0.06
Cubic Feet to Cubic Metres 0.03
Cubic Metres to Cubic Feet 35.32
Cubic Yards to Cubic Metres 0.76
Cubic Metres to Cubic Yards 1.31
Cubic Inches to Litres 0.02
Litres to Cubic Inches 61.03
Gallons to Litres 4.55
Litres to Gallons 0.22
US Gallons to Litres 3.79
Litres to US Gallons 0.26
Fluid Ounces to Cubic Millilitres 30.77
Cubic Millilitres to Fluid Ounces 0.03

Weight Multiply by
Ounces to Grams 28.35
Grams to Ounces 0.04
Pounds to Kilograms 0.45
Kilograms to Pounds 2.21
Long Tons to Tonnes 1.02
Tonnes to Long Tons 0.98
Short Tons to Tonnes 0.91
Tonnes to Short Tons 1.10
Online calculator
The easiest way to price your consignment is to use our Price Finder. Youll need to know the packages weight, destination country and the dimensions in cm.
Enter the details at the appropriate points and well tell you what the volumetric weight is. You will be charged the higher of the actual and volumetric weight. If you are sending
a multiple consignment, calculate each price separately (as above) then enter the result into the total chargeable consignment weight box.

Calculate volumetric weight manually
Alternatively, you can work out the cost of sending a consignment yourself.
Please refer to the country information in our Worldwide Directory to check the zone.
Select the Parcelforce Worldwide service you wish to use.
See the Parcelforce Worldwide price guide where the cost is indicated in the relevant zone / consignment weight column.
International pricing for parcels - Zones 4-12
Multiply the length x height x width in centimetres and divide the answer by 5,000. The result is the volumetric weight. The answer should be compared with the actual weight in
kg. Whichever is the greater figure should be used to look up the price for the service you require in the Parcelforce Worldwide price guide.
All packages will be volumetrically scanned before leaving the country. If there is any difference between the declared weight and the volumetric weight, you will be charged the
higher amount.
For example: Assume the actual weight of your package is 8kg, but the dimensions are 40cm x 30cm x 50cm = 12kg.

The volumetric weight of 12kg is greater than the actual weight of 8kg, and
If your package is irregularly shaped, the volumetric weight is calculated based on the dimensions of the smallest cubic shape the package will fit into.
Volumetric charging of international multiple parcel consignments
If you are sending an international consignment of more than one package, you will need to manually calculate the volumetric weight of each item (length x height x width in
centimetres and divide the result by 5,000).
You should then use the greater of the volumetric or actual weight for each package in order to get a total consignment weight.
For example: Imagine three packages are being sent as a multiple consignment.
Package 1 has an actual weight of 1.5kg
30cm x 30cm x 15cm /5000 = 2.7kg
Therefore volumetric weight will be used as it is greater.
Package 2 has an actual weight of 3kg
30cm x 32cm x 15cm/5000 = 2.9kg
Therefore actual weight will be used.
Package 3 has an actual weight of 5kg
40cm x 30cm x 50cm/5000 = 12kg
Therefore volumetric weight will be used.
After the above calculation:
Total actual consignment weight = 1.5kg + 3kg + 5kg = 9.5kg.
Total chargeable consignment weight = 2.7kg + 3kg + 12kg = 17.7kg.
Therefore 17.7kg would be the weight to use to look up the price for the service you require in the Parcelforce Worldwide price guide.

Volumetric charging of international pallets
To calculate the volumetric weight multiply the dimensions of the pallet base in cm and then multiply the result by the height (using 240cm if non-stackable). Divide the answer
by 3000 to calculate the
volumetric chargeable
weight.
Features of our Network


Efficient and safe delivery of your consignments.

Well co-ordinate own fleet of transport system of vehicles, leased Rail Wagons, bus and train On Travel Couriers, inter
connecting all destinations. Hand-carrying valuable documents without any delay.

Network supervision by Hub center in-charges.

Monthly billing facility for bulk volume customers.

Offering Desk pickups and Door deliveries at no extra cost.

Offering (POD) Proof of Deliveries on your request.

Extensive Network in India covering all bank locations

Overnight service to Metros and several major Cities/Towns in India and International Service to all corners of the Globe.

Cargo service by Air/Surface available to all destinations.

Express Collection Centers available nearest to you.

Customized service packages to fit specific needs.

Transit Insurance facility for non-insured goods on request.

Consignment delivery status available in our website www.tpcindia.com / www.tpcglobe.com

Consignment status available on your mobile phone by SMS.
Operations

Our operations are based on the HUB & SPOKE concept and are aimed at offering cost effective, reliable and time advantage
services as the key criterion. Proper documentation provides the backup support for the efficient operations and provides
complete Traceability of all consignment movements. Our Offices or Collection Centers are conveniently located at every wanted
point for Customers to book a shipment. In case of a door pickup the Customer may contact us on phone/email or under a
standing instruction to arrange for prompt pickup of the consignment. The pickup from the customer premises will be executed
at the specified time by our field staff and an acknowledgement in the form of the consignor copy of the Consignment Note will
be handed over to the customer. For all future reference regarding the status of the consignment the "consignment number" is
the key.

The collection centre will arrange to move all the shipments to the nearest central office for consolidation of the consignments to
a particular destination. The central office after consolidation will move the loads meant for each destination by the most
appropriate mode of dispatch to the nearest hub center who in turn will forward the load to the final destination. Shipments may
pass through more than one hub centre before they arrive at the destination.

The collection centre at the destination takes the responsibility of delivering the shipment to the addressee and will obtain an
acknowledgment from them on the "proof of delivery" copy of the consignment note and handover the Consignment Note
copy" to the addressee, on demand, along with the consignment. The proof of delivery will be dispatched back to the Origin
Centre where it will be handed over to the shipper, on demand, as an evidence of receipt of the shipment by the addressee.

We operate the dispatch of our Loads through our Own Fleet of Vehicles, Leased Railway Wagons, through On Travel
Courier (OTC) by Train or Bus, through On Board Courier (OBC) by Commercial Flights AND through Special Messenger
Services (SMS) throughout the Network.
OPERATIONS NETWORK

Our HUB & SPOKE system established to facilitate proper connectivity of Network Operations ensures flawless movement of the
LOADS. Our Operation Network is supported by over 200 Major Hubs and above 850 Sub-Hubs through over 2485 Officesin
India. This ensures our Network connectivity to over 24000 Destinations in India.

Our International Gateways at Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata & New Delhi makes it easy for the smooth International Operations
both ways with our International Hubs at New York, Dubai, Singapore & London.

The Professional Couriers is the only Courier having this largest network in India, covering more than 40000 destinations
through over 2500 offices all over the country.

MARKET SCENARIO

The Professional Couriers is approved by a large number of prestigious organizations and various other general customers as
an approved vendor for the supply of Quality Services in the courier industry.

The Professional Couriers is committed to the various service needs of the customers and are providing strategic solutions to
all the sectors of the Business and Industry.

Our economical pricing policy and consistent delivery of quality services over the years and "TRUST BUILT ON TIME" and the
Patronage of the Valued Customers are the essence of the success of The Professional Couriers' network.

By virtue of TPC's extensive network, lengthy clientele, goodwill and growth, it is undoubtedly the leader in the Indian Domestic
Courier Industry.
By virtue of TPC's extensive network, lengthy clientele, goodwill and growth, it is undoubtedly the leader in the Indian Domestic
Courier Industry.

Measurement Conversion Rate

Length Multiply by
Inches to Centimetres 2.54
Centimetres to Inches 0.39
Inches to Millimetres 25.40
Millimetres to Inches 0.04
Feet to Metres 0.31
Metres to Feet 3.28
Yards to Metres 0.91
Metres to Yards 1.09
Miles to Kilometres 1.61
Kilometres to Miles 0.62
Area Multiply by
Square Inches to Square Centimetres 6.451
Square Centimetres to Square Inches 0.15
Square Feet to Square Metres 0.09
Square Metres to Square Feet 10.76
Square Yards to Square Metres 0.84
Square Metres to Square Yards 1.20
Square Miles to Square Kilometres 2.59
Square Kilometres to Square Miles 0.39
Acres to Hectares 0.40
Hectares to Acres 2.47

Volume Multiply by
Cubic Inches to Cubic Centimetres 16.39
Cubic Centimetres to Cubic Inches 0.06
Cubic Feet to Cubic Metres 0.03
Cubic Metres to Cubic Feet 35.32
Cubic Yards to Cubic Metres 0.76
Cubic Metres to Cubic Yards 1.31
Cubic Inches to Litres 0.02
Litres to Cubic Inches 61.03
Gallons to Litres 4.55
Weight Multiply by
Ounces to Grams 28.35
Grams to Ounces 0.04
Pounds to Kilograms 0.45
Kilograms to Pounds 2.21
Long Tons to Tonnes 1.02
Tonnes to Long Tons 0.98
Short Tons to Tonnes 0.91
Tonnes to Short Tons 1.10
Litres to Gallons 0.22
US Gallons to Litres 3.79
Litres to US Gallons 0.26
Fluid Ounces to Cubic Millilitres 30.77
Cubic Millilitres to Fluid Ounces 0.03
Request to Patrons
We request you to provide the full and complete address of the consignee/addressee including the land mark with location map
and the telephone number to enable us to effect prompt delivery of your consignment.

We request you to type or write clearly the address of the shipper and the consignee on the same page of the document packet.

We request you to type the consignees/addressees address bigger than the consignors/senders address.

Our motto is to effect speedy delivery of your consignment and the service is determined by the support of the customers. Help
us to Help you.

The following are the banned articles :

Currency

Toxic gases and compressed air of gas
appliances

Liquids & Semi Liquids

Flammables

Perishables

Poisonous Articles

Indian Postal Articles

Radioactive Materials


All such commodities banned by Law from time to time

Corrosive Materials

Food and Food Products containing liquids

Powders

Contrabands

Solid and liquid chemicals

Explosive Materials

Pressurized cylinder or bottles

Precious & Semi-Precious Articles

Substances liable to heating or catching fire under normal conditions experienced in transportations

The above list is not exclusive of itself, all legally banned and contra-banned articles are prohibited from sending through our
services. The responsibility of the customer to ensure that they do not misuse our services for any such article is exclusively the
liability of them and for any illegal/dishonest use of our services are liable to be legally dealt by the Authorities, to which event
we hold no responsibility to the same.

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