HOW TO SHIP
PACKING GUIDELINES
When preparing and packing your pallet for shipping, it is important to ensure that the goods are loaded securely to avoid damage during transport. Packing pallets correctly is also essential to minimise the risk of injury during handling. Our packing guidelines for pallets will explain how to safely and securely pack your pallet for shipping.
1. Choose the right pallet
2. Stack in columns
3. Do not overhang
4. Keep it flat
5. Strap and wrap
6. Label clearly
Once you have loaded the goods onto the transport pallet, check below further tips and materials you can use to secure the shipment properly:
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This depends on the size of your boxes and the specifications of your pallet, but just to give you an idea, if you were shipping standard 30 kg boxes, you would be able to have 58 per pallet.
The boxes should be stacked in even columns, with one box directly over the other. This ensures a more stable base with a lower centre of gravity.
Pallets can be purchased from most hardware stores and specialised pallet stores. Alternatively, you can buy new or used pallets online. Used pallets are the cheapest solution.
Pallets are recommended for shipping multiple boxes and items that are too large for package shipping. In all cases, you should make sure that the loaded goods do not exceed the dimensions of the pallet.
Loading bulky or oddly-shaped items on pallets provides increased stability and minimises the risk of damage during transport.
You do not need to use any specific machine or device to wrap your pallets for shipping.
If you need any additional assistance or equipment to load the pallet for shipping onto the truck, simply let us know during the booking process. Such services are available for an additional fee.