Loading in Cube-IQ

The Loading process in Cube-IQ involves creating a configured load, optimizing the placement of products, reviewing the load plan, and making adjustments as needed. 

See Load Setup for information on configuring a new load. See Load Plan for more about reviewing a load's graphical representation. 

Accessing the Loading Process

Load Setup is the default view displayed upon logging into Cube-IQ. Upon launching the application, the Load Setup screen opens automatically, providing access to configure new loads or modify existing ones. 

Executing a Load

Optimizing a Load

After configuring the load, Cube-IQ runs an optimization algorithm to arrange products within containers. 

1. Click the Optimize button. 
2. A progress dialog displays the optimization status. 
3. If needed, click Interrupt to stop the process and retain the best-calculated load. 

For details on configuring optimization settings, see Load Setup. 

Reviewing Load Results

After optimization, Cube-IQ provides multiple ways to review load results:

• Load Overview Tab: Displays a summary of loaded containers. 
• Load Plan: Provides a 3D graphical view of the load layout (see Load Plan for details). 
• Load Details Window: Displays weight distribution, load dimensions, and other key metrics. 

Adjusting a Load

Modifications can be made to refine load distribution. 

Fixing Partial Loads

If part of a load needs to remain unchanged while re-optimizing: 

1. Open the Load Details window. 
   
    
2. Use the Modify button to fix specific products. 
   
    
3. Make changes and click Re-Optimize to adjust the remaining portion of the load. 
   

Manually Editing a Load Plan

1. Select Load Edit fro the Main Menu.
2. Drag and drop products to modify placement. 
3. Save changes before exiting. 

Advanced Load Features

Multi-Stage Loading

Cube-IQ supports multi-stage loading, such as loading boxes onto pallets before placing pallets into a container. 

1. Set up an initial load for the smallest items into their respective containers. 
2. Ensure Outside Dimensions are set in Container Details. 
3. Once Stage 1 is completed, Cube-IQ automatically converts loaded containers into Stage 2 products for the next stage. 

Handling Axle Weights and Center of Gravity

• Use the Axle Weights tab in Container Details to define axle weight limits. 
• Check the Load Details window to view weight distribution percentages. 
• Adjust Center of Gravity parameters in Load Setup for balance control.