The Do's
- Cartons should be durable and
double-walled (own carton option). Remember that items will get stacked in transit,
therefore your packaging may need to support the weight of other
packages.
- Choose the size of the package according to its content. Under-filled cartons are likely to collapse; overloaded ones may burst.
- Always use high quality
materials for your shipments. Consider strength, cushioning, and
durability when selecting your wrapping supplies.
- Choose cartons made of corrugated
cardboard, with good quality outer liners. Use heavy-duty
double-layered board for fragile items.
- Make use of cushioning materials, especially to stop your packaging contents from moving.
- Use strapping or strong tape to seal and secure your carton.
- Put fragile goods in the centre
of a package; ensuring they don't touch the sides. Your item should be
well cushioned on all sides.
- Ensure liquids are stored in
leak-free containers, packed with a lightweight, strong, internal
material (for example, Styrofoam) and sealed with a plastic bag. Always
remember that bad packaging may cause damage to surrounding items.
- Seal semi-liquids, greasy or
strong-smelling substances with adhesive tape, then wrap in grease
resistant paper. Always remember that bad packaging may cause damage to
surrounding items.
- Place powders and fine grains in strong plastic bags, securely sealed and then packed in a rigid fibreboard box.
- Use "arrow-up" label for non-solid materials.
- Repack your gifts properly. Many goods sold in attractive packaging will not be suitable for shipping.
- Use triangular tubes not round tube-type cylinders to pack rolled plans, maps and blueprints.
- Remember always to pack small items and flyers appropriately.
- Protect your data discs, audio and video-tapes with soft cushioning material around each item.
- Complete the address clearly and
completely, using uppercase letters when handwriting labels to improve
readability for courier personnel.
- When shipping sharp items, such
as knives or scissors, ensure that you fully protect the edges and
points. Heavy cardboard is suitable for this. Fix the protective
material securely so that it cannot be accidentally removed in transit.
- Always use cardboard dividers when sending flat, fragile material (such as vinyl records).
- When re-using a box, remove all labels and stickers. Ensure that the box is in good shape and not worn out.
The Don't s
- Do not use bags made of fabric or cloth.
- Do not over seal your package. Remember that all shipments can be opened by customs authorities for inspection.
- Do not use cellophane tape or rope to seal your shipment.
- Do not consider "Fragile" and
"Handle with care" labels as a substitute for careful packaging. They
are only appropriate for information purposes.
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