What does SOF stand for with UPS?

Statement of Facts (SOF) is a detailed chronological description of the activities of the vessel during the stay in a port: taking the sea pilot
sea pilot
A maritime pilot, marine pilot, harbor pilot, port pilot, ship pilot, or simply pilot, is a mariner who maneuvers ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbors or river mouths.
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onboard, hailing in, locking through (if applicable), mooring, preparing the loading and unloading operations, the actual loading and unloading operations, the amount of load ...
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What are the levels of UPS shipping?

International Shipping Services
  • Shipping.
  • International Shipping Services. UPS Worldwide Express FreightUPS ExpressUPS Express PlusUPS Express SaverUPS Worldwide Express Freight Midday.
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What does MSD mean at UPS?

Often when you contact a shipping line to book a hazardous cargo, one of the questions they would (or should) ask you is if you have an MSDS for the cargo.. MSDS stands for Material Safety Data Sheet..
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What is DWT on UPS shipping label?

Dimensional weight reflects package density, which is the amount of space a package occupies in relation to its actual weight. Dimensional weight may apply to all UPS domestic and international services. Billable weight is the weight used to calculate the rate.
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What does LTL mean in UPS?

UPS Freight Less-than-Truckload (“LTL”) transportation services are offered by TFI International Inc., its affiliates or divisions (including without limitation TForce Freight), which are not affiliated with United Parcel Service, Inc. or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries or related entities (“UPS”).
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What does the 1Z mean in a UPS tracking number?

1Z Tracking Number. A unique number that identifies a UPS Small Package child shipment in a Trade Direct consolidated movement or a UPS package in a non-Trade Direct shipment.
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What does UPS left at dock mean and signed by sof?

“Left at Dock" means that UPS has received the package and is in their possession but didnt make it onto the trailer going to your nearest distribution center. All shipping trailers coming and going are on a time schedule. Sometimes there are circumstances that happen that will make an inbound trailer late.
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What does D F mean in UPS?

D/F/M - Click the down arrow and select D (Domestic), F (Foreign), or M (Military).
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What does ECS mean UPS?

Enterprise Centralized Shipping (ECS) is a global multi-carrier shipping/manifesting system that automates freight quote, pick, pack, and ship. ECS is integrated with multiple carriers e.g. FedEx, UPS, DHL, USPS, TNT, Purolator, LTL, and TL as well as with freight forwarders.
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What are the different UPS options?

Delivery time depends on the service you purchase. The UPS Store offers UPS Next Day Air®, UPS 2nd Day Air®, UPS 3 Day Select®, UPS Ground and other options.
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Is UPS higher than USPS?

The shipping costs of UPS are higher than USPS, and the services can cost more due to surcharges and other fees. Especially if you're shipping internationally, it can be a burden. A flat rate is charged for pickup.
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What is the fastest UPS shipping?

Sometimes getting your shipment there fast simply isn't fast enough. For those times, there's UPS Express Critical®, our fastest service for urgent, time-sensitive, emergency or high-value goods, when speed, care and security really matter.
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What are package codes?

The package code is a GUID identifying a particular Windows Installer package. The package code associates an . msi file with an application or product and can also be used for the verification of sources. The product and package codes are not interchangeable. For details, see Product Codes.
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What is a service code?

Place of Service Codes are two-digit codes placed on health care professional claims to indicate the setting in which a service was provided. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) maintain POS codes used throughout the health care industry.
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What is a shipment code?

A shipping code indicates which shipping charges are applied to products in the order. Shipping codes are assigned to products or categories. When a customer purchases a product, the shipping code that is assigned to it determines the shipping charges that are added to the order.
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What does CV mean for UPS?

UPS Complete View® Signature gives you access to powerful data, in a friendly, web-based interface.
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What is UPS DDP?

Delivered Duty Paid (DDP)
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What is UPS VFD?

OFFLINE UPS – VFD (Voltage and Frequency Dependent)

In an offline uninterruptible power supply, the mains always powers the load. If there's a power failure, the UPS system automatically switches to battery power. All of Riello UPS's VFD power supplies offer simple “plug and play” installation. iPlug. 600 - 800 VA.
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How do I tell where UPS will leave my package?

UPS. To give a gate code, or instructions such as “leave the package in the back door or the patio,” go to ups.com/mychoice or call (800) 742-5877. Tip: For future deliveries, UPS stores your instructions.
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What happens if UPS delivers without signature?

Shipments that do not require a signature can be left in a safe place, out of sight and out of weather, at the driver's discretion. This could include the front porch, side door, back porch, garage area, or with a neighbor or leasing office (which would be noted in a yellow UPS InfoNotice® left by the driver).
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What happens when UPS says delivered but no package?

Check exterior doors or other places your package could've been placed, like the porch, back patio or garage. Also check with anyone who may have picked up your package, like a neighbor. If you still can't find it, contact the seller to start a claim.
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Can someone fake a UPS tracking number?

If you are browsing online for shopping deals, make sure you check out the websites before purchasing. Scammers are using phony UPS and FedEx tracking numbers to fool shoppers into thinking their package is on the way, according to recent BBB Scam Tracker reports.
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What is UPS service code 15?

15 UPS United States Next Day Air Early A.M.
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What do the letters mean in UPS tracking number?

UPS will also track the following types of tracking numbers, which contain from seven to 20 characters: Delivery Order/Sub-PRO Number: Less-Than-Truckload (LTL)/and Truckload (TL) child shipment tracking numbers. House Air Waybill: Used for air freight movement.
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