Abstract: A base has an end plate adapted to rotate about an axis substantially orthogonal to the base. A first jaw extends from the end plate and is pivotably engaged with the end plate. As the end plate rotates about the axis, the first jaw defines a first separation angle when the end plate is at a first position and the first jaw defines a second separation angle when the end plate is at a second position.

Abstract: A variety of factors may affect a shipment as it travels from a sender to a recipient. However, reliably gathering and storing information relating to such factors may be difficult because of the wide variation in the means for generating and/or collecting such information. Accordingly, examples of the present disclosure describe shipment record systems and methods. In an example, an image capture device is used to generate image data relating to a shipment. The image data may be associated with the shipment to generate a shipment record, such that the shipment record may be later updated and/or retrieved. In examples, the shipment record comprises other shipment information relating to the shipment. As a result, it is possible to generate statistics, identify trends, and provide reports relating to one or more shipments, which increases accountability and enables shipping agents to dynamically adjust resource allocation, among other benefits.

Abstract: The volume, content, and void volume of a box are determined. Using those determinations, a fill ratio calculation is used to establish the packing element requirement of the box.

Abstract: A packing chip is formed from a flat intermediate sheet and includes a central section and two outer sections located on opposite sides of the central section and a tab located on each of the two outer sections. Each section defines a width and a depth, which may each be between about 0.5 inches and about 0.75 inches. Securing elements for securing the tabs of the chips in an assembled shape are located on each tab. One or more apertures defined by at least one section are configured such that the packing chip forms interlocking engagement with portions of adjacent packing chips when employed as packaging.

Abstract: A packing chip formed from a flat intermediate sheet, and includes a central section and two outer sections located on opposite sides of the central section and a tab located on each of the two outer sections. Each section has a width and a depth. A securing element is on each tab for securing the tabs of the chip in an assembled shape. One or more apertures defined by at least one section are configured such that the packing chip forms interlocking engagement with portions of adjacent packing chips when employed as packaging. The sheet material has a thickness of less than about 0.014 inches.