Appropriate parcel packaging – tips
Appropriate parcel packaging – tips
What is appropriate packaging and why it is important?
What is appropriate packaging and why it is important?
When the packaging of the package is correct, it is not possible to access and damage the contents of parcel without damaging the packaging box. The packaging must protect the contents of the parcel from potential damage during transportation and sorting. The packaging must also be safe. Thus it must not endanger the environment, people, other parcels, equipment, etc. Appropriate packaging ensures that its contents will safely reach the consignee.
Size and weight
Maximum package weight:
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When sending by courier – 31.5 kg.
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When sending to a parcel locker – 31.5 kg.
Parcels on pallets:
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Large packages or those heavier than 31.5 kg must be palletised for transportation.
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The maximum weight of one pallet with parcel(s) is 740 kg.
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Appropriately sized pallets (for example, quarter-pallets, half-pallets) must be used for packages heavier than 31.5 kg but smaller in size.
Size and weight
Maximum package weight:
-
When sending by courier – 31.5 kg.
-
When sending to a parcel locker – 31.5 kg.
Parcels on pallets:
-
Large packages or those heavier than 31.5 kg must be palletised for transportation.
-
The maximum weight of one pallet with parcel(s) is 740 kg.
-
Appropriately sized pallets (for example, quarter-pallets, half-pallets) must be used for packages heavier than 31.5 kg but smaller in size.
Outer packaging
Outer packaging
A suitable outer packaging is a strong, tightly closed box that is sealed in at least three places throughout the package.
The contents of the package must not protrude from the packaging.
Please note that the factory package is not suitable for packaging. It is better to use specially designed packaging.
Inner packaging
The contents of the package must not touch the walls of the outer packaging.
Empty cavities must be carefully filled with packing material, ensuring that the items in the package are stable.
Use bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard, chips, pellets and similar materials for filling material.
Inner packaging
The contents of the package must not touch the walls of the outer packaging.
Empty cavities must be carefully filled with packing material, ensuring that the items in the package are stable.
Use bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard, chips, pellets and similar materials for filling material.
Parcel stickers
Parcel stickers
The parcel packaging must be free from old parcel stickers or other labels.
Each package must be marked with a parcel sticker.
Do not attach the parcel sticker on the edge or joint of the package. Do not obscure the parcel sticker barcode with adhesive tape.
Strength and stability
Each package must be able to withstand a static pressure of 4 to 5 times its own weight to prevent it from collapsing.
The outer packaging of a parcel must be able to withstand a diagonal fall from a height of 80 cm.
Use sturdy (hard cardboard) boxes with equal edges for packaging. The contents of the package must not fall out when the package is carried by holding its edges.
Do not put more or heavier items in the box than it can withstand.
Strength and stability
Each package must be able to withstand a static pressure of 4 to 5 times its own weight to prevent it from collapsing.
The outer packaging of a parcel must be able to withstand a diagonal fall from a height of 80 cm.
Use sturdy (hard cardboard) boxes with equal edges for packaging. The contents of the package must not fall out when the package is carried by holding its edges.
Do not put more or heavier items in the box than it can withstand.
Fragile items and liquids
Fragile items and liquids
Pack fragile or brittle items separately so that they do not touch each other or contact any side of the packaging box.
Fragile and brittle items should be marked with a special label “Fragile”.
If liquids are sent in containers or other special vessels, ensure that the containers are completely isolated and liquids do not leak during packaging.
Container lids must be fitted with guards to prevent them from turning.
