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Resources > Packaging Guideline |
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This packaging guide is
NOT intended to be a comprehensive guide
for packaging every item we accept for transit, but generally
describes steps that will reduce the possibility of loss or
damage during transit. We make no warranties, expressed or
implied, regarding proper packaging.
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Step
1 : Fillers / Cushioning Material |
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Shake your package. Can you hear or
feel the contents moving around?
If so, you need to repack the contents with plenty of good
cushioning material. Start by putting a layer of at least
two inches of the cushioning material on the bottom of the
carton. Then wrap each item individually with cushioning
material and center it in the carton, away from the other
items and from the sides, corners, top and bottom of the
carton. Fill in the spaces firmly with additional filler
and add another layer of cushioning material on top.
Remember :
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Cardboard partitions
between glass items do not offer enough protection.
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Any delicate
item needs double cushioning.
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Filler materials
aren't sufficient protection for heavy metal items (not
even nuts and bolts) packed in a thin cardboard box. Always
pack such items in heavy , corrugated cardboard cartons.
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Heavy printed
materials which can shift around should be banded or shrink-wrapped,
and cushioned within the carton.
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Never ship glass
or other fragile items in an envelope or soft cardboard
box.
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Packaging for
fragile items must be pre-approved by our Customer Service,
Operations or Marketing Department.
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Step
2 : Seal It |
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Before you seal the carton,
be sure it's sturdy enough to protect its contents, that it
is undamaged and that all flaps are intact.
- Remember, too, that outer packaging should
enable you to attach the consignment note or markings,
without damaging or affecting the contents of the shipping
carton.
- Chipboard boxes (including shirt boxes
and many retail gift boxes) must be placed inside a strong,
corrugated carton, whatever their contents.
- Seal the carton with tape but not just
any tape ! Do not use household cellophane tape, or gummed
(wet) water-activated tape. These are simply not designed
for heavy-duty work.
- Instead, use pressure-sensitive platic
tape that's at least 2"wide. It sticks to almost
any surface, does not need to be moistened, and conforms
easily to the shape of your package. Apply at least 3
strips of tape to both top and bottom of the carton.
Cans used to ship industrial or non-food
liquids should be sealed at the top with at least two clips.
(During flight, contents may expand, causing the tops
to pop open) |
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Step
3 : Inside Carton |
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As an added precaution,
place a second address label inside the carton, or insert
a business card or letterhead with the shipper's address and
phone number as well as the recipient/ consignee's address
and phone number/ fax number.
(The term "recipient"
means the person to whom shipment is being sent. Consignment
Note" means any shipping document, manifest, label or
similar item used in the Nationwide Express System. For dditional
information or assistance, call us) |
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Step
4 : Orientation Restrictions |
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Is your package marked
with ÜP"arrows or instructions like "THIS
END UP"? Nationwide Express will interpret such
directions as implying "preferred"orientation, with
no obligation upon Nationwide Express to guarantee orientation
handling.
Packaging for all fragile articles and those needing specific
orientation should be pre-approved by the Customer Service
Department prior to shipping. Failure to use pre-approved
packaging releases us from any liability that we would otherwise
assume.
Nationwide Express cannot ensure that package needing specific
orientation will be specially handled. |
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Step
5 : Addressing and Labeling |
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On the consignment note:
Always include the Telephone Number, Fax Number and Postal
Code of the recipient / consignee. Be sure to use the street
address of the recipient, not a post office box. Nationwide
Express cannot deliver to Post Office Boxes (P.O. Box).
IMPORTANT:
Please
remember that cash or cash equivalents are not acceptable
for shipment to any destination |
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Step
6 : Special Items, "Odd Ball" Sizes
and Shapes |
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Small, valuable items
should be shipped as a package inside a package. ( For
more tips on shipping high value items, see reverse)
Luggage, briefcases and garment bags, aluminium cases, plastic
cases, computer cartons or similar items whose outer finish
might be damaged by adhesive labels, soiling, marking, or
other type of surface damaged caused by normal handling, or
which might pop open during transit, should be placed in a
protective container or a special consignment note pouch attached
for shipping. Otherwise, we cannot assume liability for damaged
to them.
Items that cannot be packed in cartons ( auto tail pipes,
mufflers, tires, rims, etc.) should have the address
label secured by pressure-sensitive tape wrapped completely
around the object or attach a special consignment note pouch.
Don't use loose tags attached by string or wire. Make sure
there are no sharp, protruding edges or points; blunt such
surface with firmly taped corrugated panels.
Ship rolled goods ( fabric, wallpaper, etc) in a carton,
with duplicate labels inside the core or top layers of the
material; wrap contents in "bubble" wrap, reinforced
plastic or heavy brown paper before placing in the carton.
Small, valuable items should be shipped as a package inside
a package. (For more tips on shipping high value items,
see reverse)
Luggage, briefcases and garment bags, aluminium cases, plastic
cases, computer cartons or similar items whose outer finish
might be damaged by adhesive labels, soiling, marking, or
other type of surface damaged caused by normal handling,
or which might pop open during transit, should be placed
in a protective container or a special consignment note
pouch attached for shipping. Otherwise, we cannot assume
liability for damaged to them.
Items that cannot be packed in cartons (auto tail pipes,
mufflers, tires, rims, etc.) should have the address
label secured by pressure-sensitive tape wrapped completely
around the object or attach a special consignment note pouch.
Don't use loose tags attached by string or wire. Make sure
there are no sharp, protruding edges or points; blunt such
surface with firmly taped corrugated panels.
Ship rolled goods (fabric, wallpaper, etc) in a
carton, with duplicate labels inside the core or top layers
of the material; wrap contnets in "bubble" wrap,
reinforced plastic or heavy brown paper before placing in
the carton.
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Step
7 : Perishables |
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It is recommended that
perishable article shipped by Nationwide Express should be
packed for a minimum transit time of at least 12 hours greater
than our delivery commitment time for the shipment. The shipment
of perishables on days that will require transit on a weekend
is discouraged. We do not offer refrigerated service. |
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Step
8 : The DO's and DON'Ts of packaging |
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Read the other side of
this guide carefully, then use the information below as a
quick reminder of important points.
If you have any questions, we will be glad to assist you.
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DON'T
ship cash, currency, or other prohibited items (We
will no be liable or responsible for prohibited shipments). |
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DON'T
ship used hypodermic needles.
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DON'T
leave old labels on shipping cartons that have been
used before.
DO place new address labels
on two sides of the box and another label inside.
DO have names and addresss
of both shipper and recipient on each label.
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DON'T
ship blood, urine or liquid diagnostic specimens in
Nationwide Express packaging;
DO follow requirements
for approved packaging when shipping specimens.
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DON'T allow
glass to touch glass.
DO wrap each item individually
in cushioning foam material.
DO have your packaging
for fragile items tested, approved and certified by
Nationwide Express.
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DON'T
allow packages to get damp or wet before they are picked
up.
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DON'T
ship items wrapped in any type of paper or in paper
envelope.
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DON'T secure
packages with string and rope.
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DON'T
use household cellophane tape.
DO seal packages securely with pressure-sensitive
plastic tape.
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DON'T
use damaged cartons, cartons without flaps intact, or
chipboard cartons.
DO use strong corrugated
cardboard boxes.
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DON'T
ship items loose in carton.
DO use fillers for inside
protection.
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