BUP Guideline 2013 09

Technical and procedural LCAG-Guidelines for Shipperbuilt units
Sep 2013 FRA F/OH Lufthansa Cargo AG
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Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Modules for BUP500 and BUP1500
Page
General Requirements
Training requirements
Preface
Module 1
Lufthansa Fleet; Unit Load Devices (ULD)

and Contours
Module 2
Serviceability of Unit Load Devices (ULD)

Storage and Transportation of ULD and Nets
28
Module 3
Build-Up of Pallets and Container
43
Module 4
Additional requirements for special cargo

- Dangerous Goods (DGR)
- Insulation containers
- Perishable good (PER
- Live animals/day-old-chickens (AVI)
- Vulnerable goods (VUN)
65
Module 5
Unitization Program Declaration
72
Module 6
ULD Tag
75
Test yourself
Appendix I
81
Answers to the Exercises and Test yourself
85
BUP1500 Supplement
Module 7
Loading of single pieces weighing up to 1.500kg
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General requirements
1. The units do not contain any of the following items:
a) Cargo subject to special security measures, e.g. valuable cargo (VAL),
other vulnerable goods (VUN), works of art and other high-value cargo
in danger of theft
b) Perishable goods (PER)
c) Live animals (AVI), except pallets with day-old-chickens only
d) Dangerous goods, except those items and articles as per Dangerous GoodsRegulations IATA-DGR 9.1.4.1 (ID 8000, UN 1845, UN 2807)
e) Oversized cargo exceeding the base dimensions of the ULD
f) Metal sheets and metal plates; plates made out of other materials with an
individual weight of more than 20 kg
g) Metal pipes and metal bars; Pipes and bars made out of other materials are only
acceptable if loaded as required in the Guidelines
h) Unsecured cargo from unknown sources which would require security control
upon acceptance by Lufthansa Cargo
i) Lithium metal batteries subject to Section II of the IATA DGR packing instructions
968 -970 ex / via / into the USA
2. Container Security Initiative (CSI) requirements: All ULD must be transported and
stored in a secure environment.
3. Supply chain security is essential to ensure ULD are not manipulated or compromised to conceal or smuggle illicit narcotics, dangerous articles or improvised explosive devices.
4. Prior to and after using a ULD, a thorough inspection must be conducted to ensure
the ULD interior and exterior was not compromised (such as false bottom, sides,
manipulation of curtain or door, etc).
5. The ULD will always be handled on slave pallets or roller beds during the entire
transportation and handling at the shippers/forwarders warehouse
6. The shipper/forwarder provides the complete and correct HAWB-data latest
until LAT = Latest Acceptance time
7. LCAG is entitled to check the HAWB unless the consol manifest provides the required information
8. Only transparent plastic foil may be used for pallets to allow visual inspection upon
acceptance by LCAG
9. It is not permitted to use air or gas filled dunnage bags to secure the load inside a
container
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10. LCAG is entitled to perform random checks at acceptance and audits at the
shippers/forwarders warehouse. The Shipper/Forwarder agrees to accommodate
such checks and audits after prior agreement
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Training Requirements
Staff members entrusted with ULD build-up must be qualified according to the weight limitations per individual piece.
weight limitation
required qualification
up to 500
(BUP500)
Every employee must be familiarized with the contents of the

Technical and procedural LCAG-Guidelines for pre-built units
( self-studying )
up to 1500
(BUP1500)

( self-studying )
and
it must guaranteed on the part of the forwarder/shipper that
enough BUP 1500 qualified staff ( training course ) are responsible for supervision and controlling the built-up incl.
Signing for the correct built-up of the units
up to 9500
(BUP9500)

( self-studying )
and
it must guaranteed on the part of the forwarder/shipper that
enough BUP 9500 qualified staff ( training course ) are responsible for supervision and controlling the built-up. incl.
Signing for the correct built-up of the units
Required documents and additional information can be obtained via the local Lufthansa
Cargo AG office.
The BUP qualifications are always applicable to the participant, not to the forwarding
agency/shipper enterprise
BUP/SMU shipper/forwarder acts on behalf of respectively in agreement with Lufthansa
Cargo, which means acting as an operator's agent.
As the staff is involved in the acceptance of cargo and the build-up of BUP/SMU, they are
subject to the IATA-DGR training requirements for staff categories 6,7 and 8.
a) Category 6 is mandatory for the acceptance of the permitted dangerous goods
ICE (used for cooling of non-dangerous goods) and ID8000.

For MAG the category 7 is sufficient.
b) Category 7 staff is defined as " operator's and ground handling agent's staff accepting cargo other than dangerous goods"
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c) Category 8 staff is defined as "operator's and ground handling agent's staff re-
sponsible for the handling, storage and loading of cargo".

Normally the freight forwarder's staff is subject to the IATA-DGR training requirements for
staff categories 3, 4 or 5. This is applicable if the freight forwarder acts as shipper's agent.
As a BUP/SMU customer, the freight forwarder becomes an agent for the operator and
therefore the staff must be trained accordingly.
Currently there are no BUP refresher trainings
Concerning ICAO/IATA requirements the refresher trainings for DGR 6, 7 and 8 must also
take place latest within 24 months.
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Introduction
Every day hundreds of Lufthansa aircraft take off and land. They carry thousands of passengers, tons of mail and even more tons of cargo to almost all corners of the world.
Our Customers rely on Lufthansa Cargo to transport their cargo and mail without undue
delay or damage.
Our Passengers rely on Lufthansa to transport them and their baggage in order that they
reach their destination safely.
Our Crews rely on the correct and safe loading of the cargo in our aircraft.
All of them expect that whatever has been loaded inside the aircraft has been done so according to the regulations.
With this guideline, you will get to know the safety factors involved when building up ULD,
as well as YOUR responsibility towards your/our customers, our passengers, crew and
aircraft.
These guidelines are based on the LCAG rules GOM (Ground Operations Manual) and
CHM (Cargo Handling Manual)
At the end of each module you will find some exercises.
After completing all modules and exercises you will find a Test Yourself covering all topics
of this guideline. The answers are given in Appendix I.
Well if you are ready, lets start.....
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Module 1 - The Lufthansa Fleet
On the following pages, you will get to know the Lufthansa fleet.
Furthermore you will find the corresponding unit load devices for each type of aircraft.
For the build-up of pallets, we have listed the maximum contour for the corresponding
type of aircraft. The maximum dimensions must be observed.
The gross weight listed at the corresponding unit load device must not be exceeded.
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A320
A321
Lower Deck
Main Deck
The maximum loading height in the Lower deck is 116 cm (45.6 in) - including the
ULD base.
The following unit load devices are loadable on board aircraft types A320 / A321:
Unit Load Device
AKH / AKW
Volume
3.5 m
Maximum
Gross Weight
1134 kg
PKC
1134 kg
Each side-extension may be loaded with a maximum of 350 kg
(no heavy pieces)
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Maximum contour
If a PKC pallet is built-up the contour (H) must not exceed the maximum dimensions as shown below
(dimensions including pallet-base)
H
1.16m
45,6
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A330 / A340
The maximum loading height in the Lower deck is 163 cm (64 in) - including the ULD
base.
The following unit load devices are loadable on board aircraft types A330 / A340:
Container
Unit Load Device
LD3
AKE, AVE, AVA
Volume
4.0 m3
Maximum
Gross Weight
1588 kg
AMP
RAP
10.0 m3
5103 kg
4626 kg
88 and 96 pallets
Unit Load Device
88 = 318 x 224 cm
PAG, PAJ
Maximum
Gross Weight
4626 kg
96 = 318 x 244 cm
PMC
5103 kg
with side-extension
PAW
PMW
4626 kg
5103 kg
Each side-extension may be loaded with a maximum of 600 kg.

(no heavy pieces)
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Maximum contour
If a pallet is built-up the contour (F) must not exceed the maximum dimensions as shown below (dimensions
including pallet-base).
8kg
6kg
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A 380
In the Lower deck the maximum loading height is 163 cm. (64 in), including the ULD
base
The following load devices are loadable on the A 380

Container
Unit Load device
LD3
AKE, AVE, AVA
AMP
Volume
4.0 m3
10.0 m3
Maximum
Gross Weight
1588 kg
5103 kg
88 and 96 pallets
Unit Load device
88 = 318 x 224 cm
PAG, PAJ
Maximum
Gross Weight
4626 kg
96 = 318 x 244 cm with side-extension

PMC
PAW
PMW
5103 kg
4626 kg
5103 kg

(no heavy pieces)
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Maximum contour
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B747
In the Lower deck the maximum loading height is 163 cm. (64 in) - including the ULD
base
The following load devices are loadable on board aircraft type B747:
Container
Load Device
LD3
AKE, AVE, AVA
AMP
Volume
4.0 m3
10.0 m3
Maximum
Gross Weight
1588 kg
4626 kg (5035 kg )
88 and 96 pallets
Unit Load Device
88 = 318 x 224 cm
PAG, PAJ
Maximum
Gross Weight
4626 kg
96 = 318 x 244 cm
PMC
5035 kg
with side-extension
PAW
PMW
4626 kg
5035 kg

(no heavy pieces)
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Maximum contour
If a pallet is built-up the contour (U) must not exceed the maximum dimensions as shown
below (dimensions including pallet-base).
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B747F
In the Main deck the maximum loading height is 300 cm (118 in), including the ULD
base
The following load devices are loadable on board aircraft type B747F ( Main deck )
Container
Unit Load Device
MD11F / 10 ft Container
AMH / AMJ
Volume
15.0 m
Maximum
Gross weight
6803 kg
88 and 96 pallets
Unit load Device
Maximum
Gross Weight
88 = 318 x 224 cm
96 = 318 x 244 cm
PAG, PAJ
PMC
6803 kg
6803 kg
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Maximum contour
If a pallet is built-up contour must not exceed the maximum dimensions as shown below
(dimensions including pallet-base)
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MD11F
In the Lower deck the maximum loading heigh is 163 cm. (64 in), including the ULD
base
The following load devices are loadable on board aircraft type MD11F
Container
Unit Load Device
LD3
AKE, AVE, AVA
AMP
Volume
4.0 m3
10.0 cm3
Maximum
Gross Weight
1588 kg
5148 kg
88 and 96 pallets
Unit Load Device
88 = 318 x 224 cm
PAG, PAJ
Maximum
Gross Weight
4717 kg
96 = 318 x 244 cm
PMC
5148 kg
with side-extension
PAW
4717 kg
PMW
5148 kg

(no heavy pieces)
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Maximum contour
If a pallet is built-up the contour (F) must not exceed the maximum dimensions as shown
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MD11F
In the Main deck the maximum loading heigh is 254 cm, including the ULD base
The following load devices are loadable on the MD 11F ( Main deck )
Container
Unit Load Device
AMH / AMJ
Volume
15.0 m
Maximum
Gross Weight
6803 kg
88 and 96 pallets
Load device
Maximum
Gross Weight
88 = 318 x 224 cm
96 = 318 x 244 cm
PAG, PAJ
PMC
4109 kg
4109 kg (6803 kg * )
* not possible for all positions in the aircraft
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Maximum contour
If a pallet is built-up the contour (CII) must not exceed the maximum dimensions as shown
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B 777F
In the Lower deck the maximum loading height is 163 cm. (64 in), including the ULD
base
The following load devices are loadable on the B 777F

Container
Unit Load device
LD3
AKE, AVE, AVA
AMP
Volume
4.0 m3
10.0 m3
Maximum
Gross Weight
1588 kg
5102 kg
88 and 96 pallets
Unit Load device
88 = 318 x 224 cm
PAG, PAJ
Maximum
Gross Weight
4676 kg
96 = 318 x 244 cm with side-extension

PMC
5102 kg
PAW
PMW
4676 kg
5102 kg

(no heavy pieces)
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Maximum contour
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B 777F
In the Main deck the maximum loading height is 300 cm ( 118 in ), including ULD base
The following unit load devices are loadable on B 777F ( Main deck )
Container
Unit Load Device
AMH / AMJ
Volume
15.0 m
Maximum
Gross weight
6803kg
88 96 paletts
Unit load Device
Maximum
Gross Weight
88 = 318 x 224 cm
96 = 318 x 244 cm
PAG, PAJ
PMC
6803 kg
6803 kg
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Maximum Contour
If a pallet is built-up the contour (J4) must not exceed the maximum dimensions as shown
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Exercises to Module 1
1)
What is the maximum loading height in the lower deck of a B747 aircraft?
_____________ cm
2)
What is the maximum weight of a AMP container loaded in the lower deck of
an Airbus A340 aircraft?
_____________ kg
3)
What is the maximum contour possible in the lower deck of an Airbus

A340 aircraft?
_____________ cm
4)
What are the base dimensions of a PAJ pallet?
_____________ cm
5)
What is the maximum loadable length of a U-contour?
_____________ cm
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Module 2
2.1
Serviceability of Unit Load Devices (ULD)
2.2
Storage and transportation of ULD and nets
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2.1 Serviceability of Unit Load Devices

Before you start to load unit load devices with cargo, you must check their serviceability.
Normally all ULD are checked prior to their release to the Agent/Customer. Nevertheless,
we advise before you load take a look at the unit for damage.
Why must this be done?

To explain this let us take any everyday example.
Many of us take a shopping bag along, in order to carry home all the things bought. If the
bag is intact, it is no problem to take home all the things without loss or damage.
However, what happens if the bag is already damaged before we use it ? Well the damage
can only increase. In the worst case, the bag may not be able to hold the things you have
bought. This means, that the bag will tear further and perhaps damage your purchases or
even destroy them. Using common sense, everyone should check the bag before it is used.
Same as with shopping bags, the ULD are only built for a certain weight (see module 2).
They can only be used if they are in good order. So you can see, this is another factor regarding safety.
How can we check the serviceability?

We realize that this is not easy. But on the following pages we want to show you or to give
you an idea, what to look for and where you must look! We know that under time pressure it
is difficult to take time to check ULD, but now that you do have time, go through this chapter
carefully.
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All regulations are also valid for ULD from other airlines when transported on Lufthansa aircraft
Basic rules for all ULD
a) Type label or type markings must be affixed or engraved and readable.
b) It must be possible to restrain the ULD correctly in the aircraft with all necessary
restraint elements. This means if you discover badly bent or bowed pallets they
will most probably not fit underneath the locking system in the aircraft. The result
being an offloaded pallet and angry customers.
c)
X
d) The door mechanism must work properly and must keep the load secure in the
container, regardless of the door construction (tarpaulin or door net or solid door)
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e) All ULD with damaged or missing pallet corners are to be considered
unserviceable
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All Metal containers (LD3, AKH, AKW, AMP, AMH, AMJ)
Unserviceable, if:
Rivets are missing.
In the remaining area:

a) one tear or crack of more than 25 cm per
panel or
b)more than 3 holes per panel
c) if the space between any holes is less
than 15 cm.
Frame profiles of walls:
a) one hole with more than 1 cm in

diameter per profile;
b) one longitudinal crack with more
than 4 cm length;
c) dents of more than 2,5 cm
over the whole length of profile;
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All Metal container (LD3, AKH, AKW, AMP, AMH, AMJ )
Unserviceable if:
a) the door frame is damaged
b) the base panel is damaged
Screws or rivets are missing or stiffeners

are damaged;
Screws or rivets are missing or gussets are

damaged.
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Additional for LD3 Containers
Unserviceable, if:
Door
a) hooks are missing;
b) door lock is damaged or missing.
Flexible door
a )steel cable is damaged or missing;
b) two tears of more than 10 cm length;
c) distance between 2 tears less than
20 cm.
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Serviceability of insulating containers (RAP, RKN)

An insulating container is not serviceable, if it has
a) any parts missing or
b) more than two missing or loose rivets in the container base next to each other or
c) a hole or crack in the base (underneath or inside the container) or
d) a damaged door sealing or
e) a hole or crack in the side panels or roof panel.
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Metal container
Unserviceable, if:
Door nets
Cross stitching torn at fittings
Straps damaged or torn
Missing or unserviceable fittings or hooks
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Pallets
Unserviceable, if:
Panel
is damaged;
Edge-profile
a) more than 1 missing rivet or screw
per side
b) damaged tie-down tracks nearer
than 6 pairs of lips at the net
attachment point;
c) has damages or cracks
.
Pallet nets
a) more than 1 torn mesh per net;

b) missing or unserviceable netfittings;
c) missing or damaged net lashing
rope;
d) missing type plate (net marking);
e) the net is older than 5 years;
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Tie-down material
Tie-down material is not serviceable, if
Tie-down ropes
a) they are torn or cut or
b) have torn fibres or
c) they cannot be used any longer according to their specification
Tie-down rings
Tie-down fittings
a) they are damaged or distorted or
b) parts of the ring are missing or
c) the ring is open or
d) they cannot be used any longer according to their specification
Tie-down straps
a) straps are torn or cut, or
b) stitches are torn or missing, or
c) tie-down rings are missing, damaged or distorted, or
d) the expiry date is exceeded(tie-down straps which do not show the expiry
date must not be older than 5 years.)
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2.2 Storage and Transportation of ULD and Nets
To avoid damages of ULD, the following procedures are in effect and have to be strictly
adhered to.
Storage of empty containers:
preferably on roller racks or ball mats
1. on ground:
only allowed if two spacers are used underneath; spacers consist of either
plastic foam material or wooden planks/skids
2. stacking:
a) on ground up to two is allowed (except AMJ / AMH containers) using spacers
underneath and in between
b) in a rack up to four allowed using spacers
c) protection against strong winds is mandatory
d) container doors (tarpaulin or metal) must be closed to avoid damages of the
doors
3. Storage of empty pallets:
a) for alignment of pallets, a pallet rack (funnel) is mandatory
b) storage of up to 20 piled pallets in a shelf is the maximum
c) to avoid excessive bending of wing pallets spacers must be used up to the
maximum of 5 pallets
4. Storage of nets:
a) serviceable nets are to be packed in a net bag (PN 115) and stored in dry
rooms or
b) they must be stored in the middle of the piled pallets, providing one net for
each pallet (also in net bags)
Unserviceable nets are to be collected in an appropriate container and to be returned to
Lufthansa Cargo.
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Storage of loaded containers/pallets:
a) must only be stored on slave pallets or roller racks, ball mats or dollies
b) no storage on ground allowed (not even on spacers)!
c) never use forklift for moving of loaded containers/pallets!
Transportation of empty containers:
a) preferably on dollies, slave pallets etc. but allowed by forklift
b) on trucks spacers must be used underneath if no roller beds or similar exist
c) on trucks piling up the maximum of two is allowed (except AMJ/AMH) using
spacers underneath and in between.
Transportation of empty pallets on ground:
a stack of 40 pallets maximum using slave pallets or dollies only.
Transportation of loaded containers/pallets:

a) on dollies allowed only
b) never by forklift unless a slave pallet is used
c) on trucks/trailers slave pallets, roller beds or ball mats are mandatory;
no exceptions!
Damages caused by disrespecting the above instructions will lead to invoicing of the responsible party.
Returning empty ULD and loading material (nets, straps, etc.) to Lufthansa Cargo
Pallets and containers must be returned cleaned. Straps have to be rolled up and nets must
be packed into net sacks, one sack per net.
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Exercises to Module 2.1
1) Is this LD3 serviceable?
Yes
No
2)
You are tasked to build up a pallet. When checking the serviceability

you realize a crack at the corner of the base plate.
Is this pallet still serviceable?
Yes
3)
No
Please mark the box (s) where you think that according to the rules the pallet is
unserviceable.
The net is four years old
A missing corner rope
One torn mesh
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Exercises to Module 2.2
1)
What is the maximum amount of empty LD3 containers that are allowed to be
stacked in a rack when spacers are also used.
2)
Where are you allowed to store loaded ULD ?
on ball point mats
on the ground
on dollies
3)
What do you have to observe when returning used empty containers to

Lufthansa Cargo?
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Module 3 - Build-Up of Pallets and Containers
3.1 Build-up of ULD

3.2 Floorload Capacity
3.3 Securing the load
It must not look like this !!!
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3.1 Build-up of ULD (Pallets and Container)
What has to be observed when building up ULD?
Lufthansa Cargo has set up fundamental loading-rules which have to be observed!
We will discuss every single item of these loading-rules and will give you some useful hints
and tips for your everyday work.
Fundamental loading-rules
Before loading an ULD, you have to check serviceability (see
For the load protection only LCAG-nets are to be used on LCAG-pallets
module
2).
The ULD have to be handled carefully.
X
slave pallet which supports the actual pallet
ULD may only be loaded on ULD dollies or on other devices equipped with
a roller-bed.
X
Do not load ULD directly on the ground
loading of ULD only on dollies or racks
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Load heavy and unstable pieces as bottom layer and towards the centre of the pallet.
Use the bricklayer-principle when loading pieces of the same size.
The rim of the pallet has to be free of all kinds of cargo, to enable the attachment of the tie
down devices and to allow the pallet to be secured by the locking system in the aircraft.
Here some negative examples:
Due to the planks loaded directly over

the pallet rim, the aircraft locks cannot be erected and secured therefore
it is not possible to restrain this ULD
in the aircraft correctly.
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This cargo was correctly built up

within the loading area of the pallet. It will be no problem to restrain
the pallet in the aircraft.
Light pieces should be placed on top of heavy pieces. This lessens the chance of damage.
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Pieces with a metal rim (for example: metal barrels) have to be placed on planks to prevent
the piece from moving and to increase the contact area (see floor load capacity module
3.2).
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3.2 Floor load capacity
What is meant by maximum floor load capacity?

This expression is used to determine the structural limit of weight pressure per square metre on the floor area of an aircraft.
Why do we need to know about maximum floor load capacity?
We must protect the floor area from being overloaded in order to avoid structural damage to
the aircraft. We do this by spreading the weight over a larger contact area. Its the same as
an alpine skier putting on his skis to avoid falling through the snow. He has enlarged his
contact area meaning his weight has been distributed over a larger area.
Here an example of what must never happen!

MD11F Freighter
wooden planks
X
To avoid exceeding the maximum floor load capacity we must not load more than 2000 kg
per square metre (2000 kg/m) when we are using ULD.
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If we do not adhere to the above value we are endangering the safety of the aircraft!
How do we know whether the limits have been exceeded or not? ...
How do I calculate the maximum floor load capacity ?
Calculating the Contact Area
To know whether the maximum floor load capacity has been exceeded or not, we must first
of all calculate the actual contact area of our cargo. That means, the area of the box which
is actually touching the floor (in this case the chocks underneath). Do you remember your
school days? : Length x Width = Area
chock
10 cm
10 cm
The limit is 2000 kg per square meter so we must calculate our contact area in meters,
meaning that the 10 cm becomes 0,10 m. So lets work out the contact area of one chock,
0,1 m x 0,1 m = 0,01 m.
We have 4 chocks, so
0,01 m x 4 = 0,04 m = contact area of our piece.
Maximum weight allowed on this contact area.

If we now multiply 0,04 m by our maximal allowed value of 2000 kg/m we will get the figure 80 meaning the maximum weight this piece may have is 80 kg.
If it weighs more than 80 kg or if we load other cargo on top, then the maximum floor load
capacity will be exceeded.
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What must we do to avoid exceeding the maximum floor load capacity?
The answer is - Shoring.
We must enlarge the actual contact area. The best way to do this is to spread the weight
by using wooden planks or supports. If we use planks then we must use a minimum of
two.
Lufthansa Cargo has its own following standard planks:
- PN 050 (part number)
- PN 051
100cm x 15cm
150cm x 15cm
capacity
capacity
300kgs
450kgs
Other planks will do if they have a minimum of 2.8cm thickness and are made of good quality timber. (The maximum capacity depends then on the length and width calculated in the
same way as before)
As stated earlier we must use at least 2 x PN 050 meaning we could load up to
600 kg on these two planks.
In the case of such wooden

skids, the floor load capacity is
nearly always exceeded.
Therefore:
Always use planks
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Drums and Barrels
With drums or barrels it is not easy to calculate the area, so as a golden rule: Always use
planks or supports. (Supports are wooden platforms designed for very heavy single
pieces which are used instead of multiple planks and may be ordered from Lufthansa
Cargo)
Lufthansa Supports :
PN 061
125cm x 75cm x 2,7cm
PN 062
200cm x 75cm x 2,7cm
capacity
capacity
1.875kg
3.000kg
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3.3 Securing the load in general (Lashing)
When an aircraft takes off the cargo could move to the rear. The adjacent box must therefore be lashed against the backward forces.
During landing or decent it could move forward. The box must therefore to be lashed
against forward forces.
An upward force takes place when the aircraft is subject to turbulence and loses height
suddenly. Also with a bumpy landing the same force applies. We therefore must secure
against upward and the downward movement. For upward forces we always have to use
minimum two ropes or straps.
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To prevent any carefully positioned lashing material from slipping down the sides we must
use an additional rope or strap which is called safety rope.
Now the so called standard lashing is completed.
Depending on the weight of your piece you may have to use additional ropes or
straps.
Loading principles regarding standard lashing:
a)
Always lash the longest way round
X
b)
Try to lash as close to the box as possible. By doing this you can make sure
that the box will also not move to the side. Securing against the sideways
force is included when standard lashing procedure has been used .
(birds eye view).
----------- 50cm --------------minimum 50 cm distance between tie down fittings pulling in the same direction
c)
When a box has a height double its width then it must be lashed around all
four sides including the sideways force. This would be necessary with
tall thin boxes.
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d)
Keep a minimum distance of 50 cm (20) between two tie down fittings when
lashing in the same direction.
e)
The safety rope must always point in flight direction (otherwise you have
lashed the wrong side of your cargo).
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Lashing with straps or rope
Whatever is loaded in the aircraft must be secured in one way or another. The containers
that are loaded into the aircraft are secured by locks, but what about cargo loaded onto pallets?
Normally a pallet net is used to secure all of the cargo on that particular pallet.
If straps or ropes are used, it is essential that you use a sufficient amount corresponding to
the weight of the piece and that you lash the piece facing the right direction (flight direction).
On the next few pages we are going to explain the basic rules and regulations regarding the
lashing of cargo. These rules must be strictly adhered to!
First of all you need to know the flight direction.
In the lower deck of Lufthansa aircraft the pallet is usally loaded lateral to flight direction.
( Exception A 380 ) This means the longest side of the pallet faces flight direction.
Flight direction
In the main deck the pallet is usually loaded longitudinal to flight direction, meaning the
shorter side faces flight direction.
Flight direction
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Lashing Material
The Lufthansa Cargo lashing material available has different capacities, depending on construction and usage (against forward / backward / upward forces)
PN 040 Rope in connection with single stud fitting PN 001

Forward / Backward
700kg
Upward
350kg
PN 034 strap
Forward / Backward
1000kg
Upward
500kg
PN 035 strap
Forward backward
Upward
2600kg
1300kg
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Securing the pallet-load
Cover the pallets with plastic foil.
The cargo is preferably secured with a pallet-net.
Only LCAG-nets are to be used on LCAG-pallets.
Load only in this

area inside the
rim
Net attachment point
On the edge of the pallet, next to the restraint device, net attachment point markings are
located. These markings tell where the net has to be fixed to the pallet, five fittings on the
long side and four fittings on the shorter side of the pallet.
All net fittings must be utilised, none are allowed to be missing or damaged.
Net lashing ropes are

used to close the net
on the corners.
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All four net lashing ropes have to be available, none are allowed to be missing or damaged.
It is not allowed to increase the length, or repair the nets with ropes or straps!
Securing the pallet-load

In order to avoid accumulation of water and to secure the load against bad weather (rain,
hail snow) cargo has to be protected by covering the pallet completely with plastic foil.
We also strongly suggest before loading a

pallet, cover the base with plastic foil, ensure
that the overlapping plastic gets tucked under
the plastic covering the load.
Nets have to be tightened so that no movement of load is possible.

However over-tightening leads to damage of the cargo or bent pallets.
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Water can cause corrosion in the aircraft. If it is wet outside or you expect wet weather during ground handling and transport,
a) protect all pallets by an additional plastic foil laid over the pallet net.
b) Special rules apply to animals and perishables, please contact Lufthansa
Cargo AG
c) make sure that the plastic foil is wrapped or tied to the pallet in a way that it
cannot be blown away.
Before the pallet is loaded in the aircraft, this additional plastic foil will be removed together
with any accumulated snow or water.
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Pipes and Bars
Metal pipes and metal bars may not be loaded in pre-built units.
Pipes and bars made out of other materials and beams or similar pieces (e.g. small and
long wooden boxes) must always be loaded opposite to the flight direction.
Loading these pieces in flight direction (a longitudinal loading) is not allowed due to
safety reason.
Because of their small cross section they might go through the pallet net meshing or
through the forward or aft compartment walls.
In any case the ends of the pipes and bars protruding from the pallet must be secured with
either vertically placed planks or supports to protect the walls of the aircraft or by using a
tie-down spider (PN 039 - available from Lufthansa Cargo).
Tie down straps (at least four depending the weight of the secured load) are fixed to or
through the rings of the spider and then to the pallet base.
PN 039
Capacity: 6000 kg
Finally a net can be used to secure the complete load. (see picture)
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Securing the load inside a container
Attention has to be paid, that the pieces are stacked in a certain way, so that they will not
fall out of the container when the doors are opened. To avoid having load pressing against
flexible container doors and causing bulges, pieces have to be skilfully stacked.
Internal lashing is required:
a) When single pieces can be damaged by them moving or falling
b) When single pieces with a heavy weight can cause damage to the container
c) When a container is loaded with less than two-thirds of the inner height
How do I lash internally?
Attach straps or ropes to the tie-down points inside the container. Pull them diagonally
across on each side and use planks to secure the cargo.
wooden planks
ropes or straps
X
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Internal lashing is not required:
a) when the cargo mostly consists of light pieces with a small individual weight
b) when the container is completely full
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1)
You are to build up a D-contour pallet for a B747 freighter. While attaching the
net to the pallet, you realize that the net is too short.
What action do you take?
Extend the net by the usage of double rope
Extend the net by the usage of straps
Use a bigger net, made for this contour
2)
3)
In which cases is internal container lashing not necessary?
a)
_____________________________________________________
b)
______________________________________________________
c)
______________________________________________________
The piece shown below has the dimensions of 120cm x 80cm x 120cm
(L x W x H) and weighs 180 kg. Six chocks with the dimensions of
0.1 meter x 0.1 meter(10cm x 10cm) are attached underneath.
180kg
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What is the maximum weight the piece may weigh without exceeding the
floor load capacity of 2000 kg per square meter?
____________ kg
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Module 4 Loading of special cargo
4.1 Loading of Dangerous Goods (DGR)

according IATA/DGR 9.1.4.1
a) ID 8000 consumer commodities
b) UN 1845 dry ice (ICE) for cooling of non-dangerous goods
c) UN 2807 magnetized material (MAG)
4.2 Insulating containers
4.3 Other permitted special cargo

a) perishable goods (PER)
b) live day old chickens(AVI/Chicks)
c) valuable cargo (VAL) and vulnerable goods (VUN)
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4.1 Loading of Dangerous Goods (DGR) according
IATA/DGR 9.1.4.1
Each Dangerous Goods shipment must be packed, marked and labelled according to the
IATA-Dangerous goods Regulations.
The following requirements have to be observed when loading DGR:
Packages containing dangerous goods must be loaded in such a way that they cannot be
damaged. They have to be secured against movement and if required in an upright position.
Only packed dry ice may be used for cooling of cargo other than dangerous goods. This is
also applicable inside insulating containers.
To/from/over USA:
Effective 01October 2006 the US authorities require a complete acceptance check (documents and packages) for each dangerous goods shipment to/from/over the USA performed
by the airline. This also applies to DGR permitted in pre-built units
(ID 8000, UN 2807).
As there are various possibilities to comply with these requirements, a practicable and appropriate solution with the local LCAG office must be agreed upon.
For all units containing dangerous goods the ULD-Tag for DGR must be used (see module
6).
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4.2 Additional requirements for the use of insulating container (RAP, RKN)
The RAP has the base dimensions of a 224 x 318 cm (88 x 125 in) palette and a maximum
gross weight of 4 626 kg.
The RKN has the base dimensions of a LD3 Container 153 x 156 cm (60,4 x 61,5 in) and a
maximum gross weight of 1 588 kg.
When an insulating ULD (RAP/RKN) is used, please observe:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
that batteries are installed

check the required temperature is set
that the thermostat is switched on
that the bottle for condensation water inside the container is empty
that the fan is working
the fan is not blocked with other cargo
the internal maximum loading height is not exceeded (bottom edge of the fan)
If dry ice (ICE) is loaded in the dry ice bunker and/or inside the insulating container:
a) Always use the DGR-ULD Tag (see module 6)
b) in addition to other required information under Remarks for
the following entry must be inserted:
special Loads
9/ICE/ACT plus the total net quantity of dry ice
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4.3 Build-up of AVI/Chicks, PER and VUN
The following commodities are not allowed to be built up without special permission from
Lufthansa Cargo:
Day old chickens (AVI)

a) Boxes must never have direct contact with the
pallet surface.
b) Put at least one layer of insulating material
(e.g. planks min 2.8 cm thick) between the
boxes and the pallet surface.
c) Put the chicken boxes on the planks laid out
parallel to the longer pallet side, if possible.
d) For air circulation leave at least 15cm (6) of
space parallel to the longer pallet side.
e) Tie down one of the middle rows of spacers to
stabilize the stacks on the pallet.
f) The maximum height for stacked boxesin the
lower deck is 140cm (55); in the main deck
either
10 layers of carton boxes or
12 layers of plastic boxes.
g) Do not cover chicken boxes with plastic or
similar material.
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Valuable cargo (VAL) and/or vulnerable goods (VUN)
a) You are only allowed to deliver VAL BUP in complete AVA container. Additional
separate lose packages (overflow) are not permitted
b) You are only allowed to deliver VUN BUP in complete ULD. Additional separate
loose packages (overflow) are not permitted.
c) Load vulnerable goods preferably into containers.
d) Protect the vulnerable goods with two layers of plastic foil if loaded on pallets
(see also page 39 wet weather protection).
Perishable goods (PER)
Because of the huge number of perishable goods transported we only offer detailed information about the most common ones (PEF/PEP). In case you need further information to
correctly load other perishable goods, please contact the local Lufthansa Cargo office to get
the necessary handling information.
In the table shown below you will find different perishable goods and their codes.
EAT
PEM
PPH
PPL
PER
PEF
PEP
PES
Food for human or animal consumption (which is not PEP, PEM

PES)
Fresh meat and poultry and meat products (e.g. sausages)
Pharmaceuticals to be transported at a temperature between 10
and 300 Celcius
Pharmaceuticals to be transported at a temperature between
2 - 80 Celcius
Other sensitive cargo (i.e. medicines, serum, blood plasma)
Fresh flowers and plants
Fruit and vegetables
Fresh fish and seafood
All of them need to be labelled with the IATA label shown below:
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Furthermore:
a) perishable goods must be properly packed,
b) must be loaded in a way that the weight of the upper layers does not damage the
lower layers,
c) the pallet is built in such a way that the contour remains intact.
Now some special handling rules for PEF (flowers and plants) and PEP (fruits and vegetables)
a) Do not load flowers next to fruit or vegetables.
b) Make sure that there is space for sufficient air circulation between the packages
(important for fresh fruit and vegetables with high moisture, e.g. grapes, berries
and lettuce).
c) If pallets with flowers, plants, fruit and vegetables are covered with plastic foil for
weather protection, make sure that the foil does not cover more than 50 cm (20)
from the upper rim of the contour to ensure sufficient air circulation.
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1. You want to load a shipment of Live Chickens on a 96 pallet for an Airbus A340 aircraft.
Each carton has the dimensions 60 x 40 x 23cm (L x W x H)
What is the maximum number of cartons that can be stacked high?
_________________________________________
2. You have received permission from Lufthansa Cargo to load tins of dog food as a
pre-built unit.
What would be the special handling code for this type of commodity?
_________________________________________
3. You have loaded Dry Ice in the bunker of a RKN. Which remark has to be written on
the ULD Tag?
_________________________________________
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Module 5 Unitization Program Declaration
The next page shows as ample of the declaration - valid at the time of publishing.
The current declaration is to be received from your local Lufthansa Cargo Sales
department.
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Unitization Program Declaration for Pre-built Units (BUP/SMU)
Valid for the period 01.01.2013 31.12.2015
Shipper/Forwarder:
Shipper/Forwarder and Lufthansa Cargo AG (hereafter called LCAG) hereby acknowledge that the pre-built
units (hereafter called ULD) delivered under a Unitization program have to conform to the Technical and procedural LCAG-Guidelines for pre-built units (hereafter called Guidelines) as well as the requirements of this
declaration to be acceptable for transportation on Lufthansa Cargo.
The Shipper/Forwarding Agent confirms that he has received and acknowledged the Guidelines. They also
contain the LCAG training requirements. He agrees to and shall instruct staff members entrusted with build-up
of units about LCAG rules for build-up, transportation and storage of ULD on the basis of the Guidelines and
this declaration. Proof about such instructions must be internally documented and filed. LCAG reserves the
right to evaluate the content of the training used by the Shipper/Forwarding agent.
Furthermore he confirms that he observes the requirements of the Guidelines and of this declaration and that
the pre-built units handed over to Lufthansa Cargo were build-up by qualified staff. By signing the ULD tag,
the Shipper/Forwarding Agent confirms the correct build-up of each ULD and the observance of the requirements of the Guidelines and this declaration for the respective ULD.
In case rented ULDs are not returned within 7 full days from the handover from Jettainer or any LCAG station,
the ULD Demurrage Fee accrues with the commencement of the 8th day, in accordance with the TACT Rules
(TACT abstract 8.3; Lufthansa 8.4). In order to avoid additional costs, the current amount of the rental days
can be viewed on the automated ULD customer report under http://demurrage.jettainer.com/.
The Shipper/Forwarding Agent herewith assures that he has notified his customers of the stated exclusions
named under figure 1) for pre-built units through a proven system and that the cargo is properly booked, declared, documented and labelled and that the units do not contain any of the excluded special commodities
named under figure 1).
To ensure the required flight safety and security the Shipper/Forwarder declares that in addition to the requirements of the Guideline the following articles are respected especially:
1) The units shall not contain any of the following items:

Cargo subject to special security measures, e.g. valuable cargo (VAL), other vulnerable
goods (VUN), works of art and other high-value cargo in danger of theft
Perishable goods (PER)
Live Animals (AVI), except pallets with day-old-chickens only
Dangerous goods, except those items and articles as per Dangerous Goods Regulations
IATA-DGR 9.1.4.1 (ID 8000, UN 1845, UN 2807)
Oversized cargo exceeding the base dimension of the ULD. For lower deck units the side
extensions (PKC, PLW, PAW, PMW) are included in the base dimensions of the ULD
Metal sheets and metal plates; plates made out of other materials with individual weight
of more than 20 kg
Metal pipes and metal bars; Pipes and bars made out of other materials (except if loaded
as required in the Guidelines)
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Unsecured cargo from unknown sources which would require security control upon acceptance by Lufthansa Cargo
Lithium metal batteries subject to Section II of the IATA DGR packing instructions 968970 ex / via / into the USA
2) Only transparent plastic foil shall be used for pallets to allow visual inspection upon acceptance by
LCAG.
3) It is not permitted to use air or gas filled dunnage bags to secure the load inside a ULD.
4) LCAG is entitled to perform random checks at acceptance and audits at the shippers/agents warehouse at times and dates to be agreed upon. The Shipper/Forwarder agrees to accommodate such
checks and audits.
5) The Shipper/Forwarder is authorized to load single pieces (HEA) within the ULD contour up to
a) up to 500 kg
b) up to 1500 kg
c) up to 9500 kg
6) The
Shipper/Forwarder has obtained the special permission to deliver

valuable
(VAL)
and/or
vulnerable
(VUN)
goods
as
Safe/td2-BUP.
Built
up
is
according
to
the
specific
requirements
in
the
Built-Up
Guidelines
for BUP Units. Overflow for these kinds of goods is not allowed, the
number of pieces in the in the AWB shall show the actual number of units
7) The shipper/Forwarder has obtained the special permission to deliver units

containing solely perishable goods (PER, Cool/td)
In addition to the above mentioned rules and regulations the Shipper/Forwarder also declares, that the individual shipments loaded on pre-built units are Ready for Carriage according to the respective LCAG/TACT
publications and shipments correspond with documents and booked values especially referring to number of
pieces, weight and volume.
The Shipper/Forwarding Agent assumes liability for all damages or loss or any other irregularity to cargo arising out of or connected (i) with the build-up of the ULD, (ii) the lack of Ready for Carriage status, and or (iii)
with the fact, that the shipments do not correspond with documents and booked values. The Shipper/Forwarding Agent shall indemnify and hold harmless Lufthansa Cargo AG for therewith connected claims
made by third parties.
Due to legal or regulatory provisions it may be mandatory
that the contens of each package within the ULD must be subjected to special security
measures. LCAG is not liable for any resulting delays in the forwarding of the shipments or for
observed discrepancies between the number of pieces loaded in the ULD ( SLAC shipper s
load and count ) according to the AWB and the actual number of pieces loaded in the ULD.
LCAG is only liable for direct damages culpably caused in relation to the special security
measures.
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to insert the number of pieces loaded into an ULD per shippers load and count (SLAC) in the
AWB not only under Nature and Quantity of Goods but as well under number of Pieces.
In such case this does in no way constitute any confirmation on part of LCAG to actually have
received the SLAC number of pieces as contents of the delivered ULD. In this regard and to
that degree the shipper/forwarder does exempt LCAG from all claims own ones and those
by third parties.
The Shipper/Forwarding Agent is entitled to deliver pre-built units at the following station/s:
LCAG is entitled to include new stations or exclude current stations as its sole discretion without giving reason
and upon prior notice (letter, fax, email) to Shipper/Forwarding Agent
This declaration is valid for the above mentioned three calendar years. LCAG reserves the right to revoke the
authorization to deliver ULD under the Unitization program with immediate effect at any time.
This declaration is exclusively governed by the laws of Germany. In case of disputes the courts of Frankfurt
am Main, Germany shall have exclusive jurisdiction
Place/Date:
Shipper/Forwarder
Lufthansa Cargo AG
Signature
Printed Name/Signature
Regional Manager
Printed name
Title
Printed Name/Signature
Regional Director
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Module 6 - ULD Tags
6.1
Use of the different ULD tags
6.2
Completion and affixing of ULD tags
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6.1 Use of the different ULD tags
For the identification of the various pre-built units different ULD tags are used.
Description
Form
Page (Markings)
ULD tag, standard
093000
front page
ULD tag, through unit
093000
back page (red circle)
ULD tag dangerous gods,

standard
3188021
front page: red and white diagonal

stripes;
back page: list of dangerous goods
ULD tag dangerous gods,

through unit
566300
front page: red circle, red and white

diagonal stripes;
back page: list of dangerous goods
ULD tag, td.Flash, standard
3063600
front page (td.Flash)
ULD tag, td.Flash, through

unit
3063600
back page (td.Flash, red circle)
ULD tag, td.Flash, dangerous gods
3127900
front page: red and white diagonal

stripes;
back page : list of dangerous goods
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6.2 Completion and affixing of ULD tags
The information that is entered on the Tag is usually provided by the office staff.
Every ULD must have a ULD Tag attached showing the ULD code, destination (3 letter
code) and the flight number/date.
The tag shown below is the standard tag.
You have to complete the following fields:
ID-Code ( ULD Code )
Destination
mark BUP box with an X
Signature of agent ( to confirm the correct builtup according to the LCAG guidelines and requirements )
AKE 12345 LH
MIA
3
4
Loaded at
Flight number and date
Contens ( C stands for cargo )
Enter either BUP500, BUP1500 or BUP9500 to

endorse the maximum weight of any single
piece within the load and also the built up
agents qualification
( according to Unitized Program Declaration
Remarks for special loads ( 3 letter code for

special load
In case side extentions are used you have to
write the code PWG ( pallet with wings used )
in the remarks box.
FRA
LH 462/18
BUP 500
PER
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According to the procedure for pre-built units, the shipper/forwarder is not allowed to enter a
weight on the tag.
The ULD weight is entered on the tag after acceptance by Lufthansa Cargo incl. signature
Weight correctly established and ULD correctly built-up (after visual inspection of proper
outside condition)
With the special products ( e.g. Cool ) additional info can be necessary pls see IATA
TACT ( The Tarif Cargo Tariff Manual ) 8.3.8 Special rules and regulations
As an alternative to a already filled out ULD-tag by the forwarder/shipper it is also sufficient,
if with the cargo acceptance a document ( e.g. Excel/Word Sheet ) of the forwarder is
available, in which the a.m. ULD-tag info ( Pt 1- 9 ) is shown.- incl possible additional info
concerning IATA TACT 8.3.8 Special rules and regulations
With this information the ULD-tag can be issued by our own staff/our handlingsagent.
The document of the forwarder/shipper has to be filed within a stationfile.
This alternative procedure must be agreed in advance with the local management
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If permitted dangerous goods are loaded in the unit, the applicable DGR-ULD tag must be
used.
Shown is the ULD tag, dangerous goods standard (Form 3188021).
ID-Code:
Affixing:
a) For containers use the pouch.
b) For pallets affix the tag to the net at eye level.
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Exercises to module 6
1)
You have already built up the pallet shown below (PMW 05326LH)
for a flight (LH 450) from Frankfurt (FRA) to Los Angeles (LAX).
The pallet was built up in agreement with the Unitized Program Declaration (up to
500kg). No dangerous goods are loaded.
Please choose the correct tag and fill in the appropriate fields.
ID-Code:
ID-Code:
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Test yourself
1. Is the container shown below serviceable? If not please explain why.
_____________________________________________
2.
Is this an acceptable way to handle a loaded ULD? If not please explain why.
_____________________________________________
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3. Please have a look at the picture below. The actual weight of this piece of cargo is
320 kg.
The dimensions of the chocks (there are 9 of them!) is 0.1 m x 0.03 m
(length x width).
Is supporting material necessary and if so how many PN 051 are needed
to support that piece of cargo?
_________________________________
4.
Which contours are loadable in the Lower Deck of a B747?
(Only one answer is correct)
a) P, E, U, A, D
b) U, E, P, F
c) P, A, E, U, R
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5.
Are you allowed to load a piece of cargo in a pre-built unit showing the
following label?
Please give a reason
6.
Are you allowed to load a piece of cargo in a unit showing the following label?
Please give a reason
7.
You are loading a 96 ULD for an Airbus A340 aircraft. You have a
piece of cargo with the following dimensions:
302 / 252 / 60 cm (L x W x H )
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Are you allowed to load this piece on a pre-built unit? Please state the reason.
8.
What is the maximum capacity of a rope (PN040) used with a

single stud fitting (PN001) when used to restrain against upward forces?
700kg
1.000kg
350kg
9.
You have the qualification for loading pieces up to a maximum weight of

500kg. What would be the entry on the ULD-Tag in the remarks column?
10.
You intend to load a unit with a shipment of 140 identical pieces each
weighing 31kgs. You use a 96 ULD (tare weight 115kgs) and it is planned for
an Airbus A 340.
Which additional weight could you still load on the ULD?
a)
648 kg
b)
No more
c)
171 kg
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Appendix 1
i) Answers to the Module Exercises
ii) Answers to the Test Yourself Exercise
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Answers to Modules
Module 1
1) 163 cm
2) 5 103 kgs 3) F
4) 318 x 224 cm
5) 472cm
Module 2.1
1) No
2) No
3) missing corner rope
Module 2.2
1) 4
2) on ball point mats and on dollies
3) ULD must be returned cleaned
Module 3
1) use a bigger net
2) full containers and with packages of low single weights
3) 120 kg
Module 4
1) 5 cartons (due to the planks underneath 6 cartons are not possible)
2) EAT
3) 9/ICE/ACT total net quantity of dry ice
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Module 5
1) PMW 05326LH
LAX
cross in BUP box
Your signature in the field Agents signature
Loaded at FRA
Flight LH450/date
Contents: C
Remarks for special loads: BUP500
ii) Answers to the Test Yourself
1) No. The hole is too big.
2) Yes as long as a slave pallet is used.
3) Yes! Minmum 2 PN051 (3 is also OK!)
The max. weight allowed is only 54kg
( 0.1 x 0.03 x 9 x 2000 = 54kg)
4) b)
5) No! This type of dangerous good (DGR) is not allowed on a pre-built
unit
6) No! It is a dangerous good only permitted on freighter aircraft.
7) No overlaps allowed (252cm width)
8) 350kg
9) BUP500
10) 648 kg (dont forget to subtract the tare weight of 115 kg)
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Supplement for BUP1500 Agents
Module 7 Heavy pieces with an individual weight up to 1.500kg
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Heavy pieces with a single weight up to 1.500kg
Floorload capacity
For some types of awkward heavy pieces it might not be possible/sufficient to distribute the
weight by using normal planks of wood (PN 050 or 051). In such cases supporting platforms
are available.
There are two different sizes:
TN 062
TN 061
Type
Dimensions
max. capacity
PN 061
125 cm x 75 cm x 2,7 cm
1 875kg
PN 062
200 cm x 75 cm x 2,7 cm
3 000kg
(part number)
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Loading principles
Light pieces are to be loaded on top of heavy pieces to lessen the chance of damage
Heavy and sturdy pieces are to be loaded as a first or bottom layer. They should be
stowed towards the centre of the pallet
1.500 kg
1.500 kg
Two negative examples to show what can happen if the piece or load is not evenly distributed.
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Editorial
If more and detailed information is needed, Lufthansa Cargo AG offers special ULD buildup courses for shippers and forwarding agents.
Details can be obtained from:
Lufthansa Cargo AG
Lufthansa Training & Conference Center Seeheim
Lufthansaring 1
D-64342 Seeheim-Jugenheim
+49 (0)69 696 71079
Responsible for the contents: Lufthansa Cargo AG, QSH F/PE, FRA F/OH.
Copyright:
No part of this manual may be reproduced, reworked, transformed or conveyed without previous agreement in
any way, is it electronic or mechanical , including photocopy, redition or other information storage.
The previous agreement must be caught up by
Lufthansa Cargo AG, Global Handling Management FRA F/OH
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Technical and procedural LCAG-Guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH Lufthansa Cargo AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Lufthansa Fleet; Unit Load Devices (ULD)

Serviceability of Unit Load Devices (ULD)

Build-Up of Pallets and Container

Additional requirements for special cargo

Unitization Program Declaration

Loading of single pieces weighing up to 1.500kg

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Every employee must be familiarized with the contents of the

Every employee must be familiarized with the contents of the

Every employee must be familiarized with the contents of the

ICE (used for cooling of non-dangerous goods) and ID8000.

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

sponsible for the handling, storage and loading of cargo".

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Well if you are ready, lets start.....

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Unit Load Device

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Unit Load Device

Unit Load Device

Each side-extension may be loaded with a maximum of 600 kg.

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

The following load devices are loadable on the A 380

Unit Load device

Unit Load device

96 = 318 x 244 cm with side-extension

Each side-extension may be loaded with a maximum of 600 kg.

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Unit Load Device

Each side-extension may be loaded with a maximum of 600 kg.

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Unit load Device

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG

Technical and procedural LCAG guidelines for Shipperbuilt units

Unit Load Device

Unit Load Device

Each side-extension may be loaded with a maximum of 600 kg.

Sep 2013 FRA F/OH LUFTHANSA CARGO AG