Effective shipping entails proper packing of items to ensure that they arrive on time and free from any damages. Following proper precautions when packing items will eliminate the chances of committing costly mistakes and give you peace of mind. Here are some things that you should avoid at all costs when packing items for shipping:
Heavily marked boxes. You can reuse shipping boxes but make sure to remove as much previous labels and markings as possible. Old labels can be cause for confusion for the shipping personnel and cause delays.
Old and weak shipping boxes. Make sure to reuse only boxes that are still sturdy and can withstand the rigors of shipping. If a previously used box cannot carry the item on its own, it has lost its integrity and is not ideal for shipping even if a lot of packaging tape is used.
Cheap packing materials. While newspaper and shredded paper may be economical alternatives to packaging materials, they have low crush resiliency. Thus, never these materials when shipping fragile items that require maximum cushioning.
Loosely packed packages. Prevent your item from damages by making sure that it is well packed in the box with sufficient packaging materials to prevent movements and shifting. A package will experience rough-and-tumble during shipping and any space left inside the package can lead to shifting which results in damages.
Poor quality packaging tape. Only use adhesive tapes that are specially designed for sealing packages for shipping. Other types of tape may not be strong enough or dry out and peel off easily and will not provide adequate security and protection.
Ordinary mailing envelopes for small items. They are not strong enough to protect an item however small it is. You can use padded envelopes but be warned that the paddings on these envelope are not sufficient in themselves to protect an item.
Wrong or incomplete address. Make sure to provide the complete name and address of your recipient and write/print it in clear and legible manner. Use a permanent market instead of pencil or water-soluble marker when writing addresses. As an added precaution, protect the address from the elements such as moisture by placing clear packaging tape on top.
Go to How To Ship for more helpful shipping tips and techniques.
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