4 Tips To Packaging Large Items

by - 4/21/2017 11:52:00 AM



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Whether you are shipping a care package to a friend overseas who is in the military or moving to a new home, packaging large items can be a challenge and one that should not be taken lightly. This article will provide helpful tips on how to package large items so that they can endure bumps and jostles without causing breakage as well as ideas on how to pack oddly shaped items.


  1. Assess your item. This step is critical as this is where you will decide what is the best way to get your item to where it needs to go. Weight, the cost of the item, regulations, and fragility are all crucial components to consider. The weight of the item will play a significant role in deciding how to package the item as well as what to send it in. The cost of the item needs to be considered as it may be a good idea to purchase insurance in case it becomes lost, missing, or even broken during shipment. Pay close attention to regulations as the item could be prohibited to enter some areas of the world. Many states and countries have policies in place that prohibit items to enter their border due to safety precautions or health related issues.


  1. Choose your packaging. After you have determined the weight, cost, regulations, and fragility of the item, you will need to choose the appropriate packaging. Take into account the material of the box you are using to ship with. Boxes should be made of sturdy corrugated materials for parcels, double or triple wall construction boxes are recommended for fragile and other breakable items. If you are moving a large carton, sometimes it is even necessary to shrink wrap it with plastic or straps for added stabilization.


  1. Pack the item. When packing your item, be sure that you do not have excess empty space around the item. Fill the empty space with plastic air-filled bags or styrofoam peanuts. Always put items in the middle of the box and leave at least 6 centimeters of space between the item and the walls of the box. If you are sending a fragile item, you may want to consider packaging the item alone or use dividers to avoid breakage. Corrugated cardboard dividers work well in this instance.


  1. Seal and label your package. Use tape that is made of cardboard. Avoid tape that is made for crafting. When taping your package, use the H method. Simply tape one strip along the center seam of the box and then tape on either side, creating an H. It is best practice to apply more than one strip of tape on the sides of the box to eliminate the chance of the box opening during shipment.


By using these tips when preparing your next package for shipment, you will not have to worry about your item reaching its destination in the same condition as you sent it. No matter what your shipping needs are, www.packline.com.au can offer solutions that take the stress out of ensuring your items get to where they need to go in a safe manner.


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1 comments

  1. You hit it right. Items should be check first then should be put into an appropriate box and make sure it's properly sealed.

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