TI/HI Calculator Single SKU

📦 How the Single SKU Pallet Optimizer Works

Palletization looks simple on the surface, but in real warehouses it is influenced by case dimensions, pallet size, height limits, and weight restrictions. This tool is designed to remove guesswork and help you quickly calculate the most efficient TI × HI configuration for a single SKU.

Let’s understand how this pallet optimizer works and what makes it reliable.

Single SKU Pallet Optimizer (Intelligent)

Single SKU Pallet Optimizer (Intelligent)



🔹 Step 1: Understanding the Inputs

You start by entering:

  • Case dimensions (Length, Width, Height)
  • Maximum pallet weight
  • Case weight
  • Pallet size (Length & Width)
  • Maximum pallet height

These are the same parameters used in actual warehouse pallet planning.


🔹 Step 2: Intelligent Orientation Evaluation

A single carton can be placed on a pallet in multiple orientations.
Instead of assuming just one placement, this tool automatically evaluates all possible orientations of the case.

This ensures:

  • No efficient layout is missed
  • The best possible configuration is always considered
  • The tool adapts to tall, flat, or long cartons

🔹 Step 3: Smart TI (Cases Per Layer) Calculation

For each orientation, the calculator:

  1. Fits cartons in a standard grid on the pallet
  2. Attempts to place additional cartons by rotating them into leftover areas
  3. Checks remaining pallet space

This mixed-orientation logic allows the tool to:

  • Use pallet surface area more effectively
  • Reflect real warehouse stacking practices 
  • Avoid underutilized pallet space

The result is a realistic and optimized TI value, not a theoretical one.


🔹 Step 4: HI (Layer Count) with Height Control

Once the best TI is found, the tool calculates:

  • How many layers can fit under the

This prevents:

  • Exceeding racking or trailer height limits
  • Unsafe or non-compliant pallet builds

🔹 Step 5: Weight Constraint Validation

Even if a pallet fits physically, it may still be too heavy.

This tool automatically checks:

  • Total pallet weight = (Total cases × Case weight)
  • Rejects any configuration that exceeds the pallet weight limit

Only safe and valid pallet builds are accepted.


🔹 Step 6: Best Configuration Selection

After evaluating all orientations and constraints, the tool selects:

  • The configuration that fits the highest number of cases
  • While staying within both height and weight limits

This ensures:

  • Maximum shipment efficiency
  • Fewer pallets per load
  • Better transportation cost control

🔹 Step 7: Utilization Insights

Along with TI and HI, the tool also displays:

  • Surface utilization (%) – how much of the pallet footprint is used
  • Volume utilization (%) – how efficiently pallet height is used

These metrics help you:

  • Compare different SKU's
  • Identify packaging inefficiencies
  • Improve overall pallet density

Why This Tool Is Practical

✔ Uses real warehouse constraints
✔ Accounts for multiple orientations
✔ Maximizes pallet efficiency
✔ Prevents overweight pallets
✔ Simple enough for daily use

This makes it suitable for actual supply chain planning, not just academic calculations.

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