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Packaging Advice
The Do's
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Choose the size of the
package according to its content. Under-filled boxes are
likely to collapse; overloaded ones may burst.
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Always use high quality
materials for your shipments. Consider strength, cushioning,
and durability when selecting your wrapping supplies.
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Choose boxes made of
corrugated cardboard, with good quality outer liners. Use
heavy-duty double-layered board for valuable items.
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Make use of cushioning
materials, especially to stop your packaging contents from
moving.
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Use strapping, when
suitable, as a good way to seal and secure your box. Use
strong tape if a strapping machine is not available.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Place powders and fine
grains in strong plastic bags, securely sealed and then
packed in a rigid fibreboard box.
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Use "arrow-up" label for
non-solid materials.
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Repack your gifts properly.
Many goods sold in attractive packaging may not be suitable
for shipping.
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Use triangular tubes not
round tube-type cylinders to pack rolled plans, maps and
blueprints.
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Remember always to pack
small items in flyers appropriately.
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Protect your data discs,
audio and video-tapes with soft cushioning material around
each item.
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Complete the address
clearly and completely, using uppercase letters when
handwriting labels to improve readability for courier
personnel.
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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.
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Always use cardboard
dividers when sending flat, fragile material (such as vinyl
records).
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When re-using a box, remove
all labels and stickers. Ensure that the box is in good
shape and not worn out.
The Do Nots
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Do not use bags made
of fabric or cloth.
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Do not over seal your
package. Remember that all shipments can be opened
by customs authorities for inspection.
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Do not use cellophane
tape or rope to seal your shipment.
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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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