Overview
Weighsoft allows users to create, update, and manage containers through the Lookups section. This article outlines the steps for managing containers and how they can be linked to jobs or orders.
Creating or Updating a Container
Accessing the Container Lookup
Go to Administration > Lookups.
Click C and then select Containers from the list.
Finding an Existing Container
Enter the container Serial Number in the Weighsoft navigation search bar.
Hover over All, then click By Container Number.
Using Search Filters
Click Search in the top-right corner of the container screen to open filters. You can use one or multiple filters:
Container – Type of container.
Number – Container number.
Serial Number – Unique serial number.
Location – Where the container is stored when not in use.
Status – Current status of the container.
Click Search at the bottom of the filter box to view results.
Actions
Edit – Modify an existing container.
Delete – Remove a container.
Create New Container – Add a new container.
Required Fields
When creating or updating a container, the following fields must be set:
Container
Location
Number
Status
Optional fields:
Serial Number
Notes
Important: The Number and Serial Number (if set) must be unique. If either is already in use, Weighsoft will prevent creation and display which record is conflicting.
Click Create or Update in the top-right corner to save changes.
Assigning Containers to Jobs or Orders
Containers can be linked to a job or order from the following areas:
Skip Order
Skip Outstanding Tickets
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Skip Order
Click the Cog icon under the prices section.
The Container No will be visible.
Click the Magnifying Glass to select the container on site.
Click the icon to the right of the magnifying glass to view container history.
Outstanding Tickets
Select a ticket.
In the Extra section (left-hand pane), locate:
Skip Del No – Container delivered.
Skip Col No – Container collected.
Click the Magnifying Glass next to each to assign the appropriate container.