Cube utilization

The share of an available space, such as a pallet load envelope or a trailer, that boxes actually fill.

In practice

Packgent reports it for a 48 × 40 in pallet stacked to a stated height, so you can compare box sizes by how well they load.

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Related terms

Pallet pattern
How cases are arranged on each layer of a pallet.
Unit load
Goods assembled on a pallet and secured so they move as one piece.
Pallet overhang
Boxes hanging past the edge of the pallet deck.

Definitions written by Packgent, last reviewed 2026-10-27. All terms.