The Method Method 1 – Packed container
VGM - Method 1 Packed container The Method Weigh using Spreader Weigh using scales
VGM = Measured mass (PC&T) – Trailer tare The Method VGM - Method 1 (Calculated) VGM = Measured mass (PC&T) – Trailer tare Packed container Weigh using weighbridge PC&T = Packed container and trailer
VGM - Method 1 (Calculated) Packed container Empty container The Method VGM - Method 1 (Calculated) VGM = Measured mass (EC&T) (PC&T) – + Container tare Packed container Empty container Weigh using weighbridge EC&T = Empty container and trailer PC&T = Packed container and trailer
The Method Method 1 – Packed container Method 2 - Calculated Blocking & Bracing Tare Mass Packages Lashing
VGM - Method 2 Packed container Empty container The Method VGM = Container tare + packages + blocking + lashing Packed container Empty container
Do I have to weigh the empty container? The Method Container tare Do I have to weigh the empty container? Empty container
Container Tare Use what is marked on the door and nothing else
Use what is marked on the door and nothing else and use it here (Method 2)