API Factory · Cartonisation Lab

1. SKU catalogue

Import a CSV or add SKUs manually. Expected columns: sku,length_mm,width_mm,height_mm,weight_g,fragile,can_rotate

A few sample SKUs are preloaded on page load so you can test immediately.

SKU Length (mm) Width (mm) Height (mm) Weight (g) Fragile Can rotate

SKU	L	W	H	g	Fragile	Rotate

2. Packaging catalogue

Editable AusPost starter templates are preloaded for experimentation. Verify dimensions before any real-world use.

Name Code Type Length (mm) Width (mm) Height / thickness (mm) Empty wt (g) Max packed wt (g)

Use	Name	Code	Type	L	W	H	Empty g	Max g

3. Packing rules

Default padding (mm) Fragile extra padding (mm) Default packing wt (g) Prefer satchel if fit Allow split shipment

4. Build test order

SKU	Qty

Recommendation

The first pass uses a custom heuristic packer for boxes and a simpler thickness/fit model for satchels.

Waiting for test

Run a test order to see the recommendation.

Why this package

Alternatives tested

Package	Status	Weight	Utilisation

3D visualisation

Simple isometric diagram of the selected layout. Satchels are shown as a flat envelope view.

Notes on the guts

Now: this prototype uses a custom JavaScript heuristic so we can test the logic quickly in a static app with no backend dependencies.

Later: we can compare or swap in stronger packing engines such as Python-based 3D bin packing libraries if the first-pass logic proves valuable but needs better edge-case handling.