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The Hidden Costs of Manual Shipping Rate Comparisons

• Wasted time switching between carrier websites
• Potential pricing errors
• Missed opportunities for savings
• Inefficient shipping process 

How FlagShip’s Free Shipping Calculator Works

FlagShip’s shipping cost calculator simplifies your shipping process with these key features: 

1. Instant Rate Comparison: Get quotes from multiple carriers in seconds 
2. No Hidden Fees: Completely free to use 
3. Comprehensive Carrier Network: Compare rates from Purolator, UPS, FedEx, DHL, Canpar, and GLS all at one screen 
4. Real-Time Pricing: Always up-to-date shipping rates 

Benefits of Comparing Shipping Rates 

Using a shipping cost calculator offers multiple advantages: 

• Save Money: Access competitive rates without negotiating individual contracts from a single courier  
• Save Time: Eliminate manual rate comparisons between the couriers 
• Flexibility: No volume commitments or long-term subscriptions/obligations 
• Transparency: Clear, upfront pricing for all your shipping needs on one screen. 

Tips for Lowering Your Shipping Costs 

While our shipping cost calculator does the heavy lifting, here are additional tips to reduce your shipping expenses: 

• Compare rates for different shipping services – comparing different service levels within the same carrier (e.g., FedEx Ground vs. FedEx Express) and between carriers. Each shipping service has different delivery timeframes and price points, so choosing the right service level for each shipment can significantly reduce costs. For example, if your package doesn’t need to arrive overnight, choosing a ground or standard service could save substantial money. 
• Consider package consolidation – This involves combining multiple smaller shipments into one larger shipment when sending to the same destination or area. Instead of paying base rates for multiple packages, consolidation allows you to pay for one larger shipment, which is often more economical. This is especially effective for businesses that regularly ship multiple items to the same customer or location. 
• Optimize packaging to reduce dimensional weight – Carriers often charge based on dimensional weight (the space a package takes up) rather than actual weight, using appropriately sized packaging that minimizes empty space can significantly reduce shipping costs. 
• Explore alternative shipping methods – This means looking beyond traditional courier services for certain shipments. For example, postal courier services might be more cost-effective for smaller items, while freight services might be better for larger shipments. 
• Leverage bulk shipping discounts – FlagShip negotiates volume-based discounts from all the named couriers and pass on these bulk discounts to small businesses like yours without having to meet any minimum volume requirements. 

FlagShip’s Shipping Cost Calculator Advantage 

What sets our shipping cost calculator apart: 

• 20+ years of shipping expertise 
• Exclusive volume discounts passed directly to you 
• No weekly service charges  
• No monthly fees, No yearly subscription renewals 
• Above and beyond customer support 
• Trusted by thousands of Canadian businesses 
• Continuously updated with the latest carrier information
  
  

Take Control of Your Shipping Costs Today  

 Don’t let shipping expenses cut into your profits. With FlagShip’s free shipping cost calculator, you gain instant access to discounted rates from Canada’s leading couriers—all without obligations or subscriptions.  Try our shipping cost calculator now and see how much you can save on your very first shipment.  

For any questions about our shipping cost calculator or online discount shipping system, contact our friendly support team at support@flagshipcompany.com or call 1-866-320-8383. 

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