GLOSSARY
 
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General User
A CargoSmart User (CargoSmart User Account) with no administrative permissions.
Generator set (Genset)
(a) A generating unit for the power supply to a reefer container;
(b) A clip-on generator set is mounted to the front of the refrigeration unit;
(c) An under-slung generator set is mounted to the chassis upon which the reefer is mounted for handling and transport. (The under-slung generator set can be either side-mounted or center-mounted on the chassis.)
 
Go
Normally this term is used as button or command. It means to launch and action, submit a request, or post form data.
 
Gooseneck
The front rails of the chassis that raise above the plane of the chassis and engage in the tunnel of a container.
 
Government B/L (GBL)
A bill of lading issued by the U.S. government.
 
Grant
To give permission or access.
 
GRI
General Rate Increase
 
Gross tonnage
Applies to vessels, not to cargo. Determined by dividing 100 by the contents, in cubic feet, of the vessel's closed-in spaces. For example, vessel ton is 100 cubic feet.
 
Gross weight
Entire weight of goods, packaging and container, ready for shipment.
 
Groupage
A consolidation service, putting small shipments into containers for shipment.
 
GSA   
General Services Administrator.
 
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