Text Box: How To  Prepare Your Package For Safe Shipment!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Text Box: Step 1.  Use a Corrugated Box   It’s best to use a brand new box, but if you choose to reuse a box, make sure it is rigid, has no punctures or tears, and that the corners are intact.  Remember to remove or completely cover any old labels.   Choose a box that is strong enough to be suitable for the weight of the contents.   (Also, choose the right size box for your items!)       *At On The Way, we sell high quality boxes federally approved to 200 and 275 lb. test!*    

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Text Box: Step 2.  Provide Internal Protection Proper cushioning of your goods will help ensure that they arrive in perfect condition.  There are several types of cushioning material, each designed for specific uses.   Bubble Wrap:  Best for protecting lightweight items.  Wrap the item carefully, paying special attention to edges and corners.   Polystyrene “Peanuts”:  Designed to fill gaps in packages with light- to medium-weight items.  Overfill the box, then close flaps gently.  Do not use with flat or narrow products that can shift around the peanuts.   Corrugated Liners:  Increases strength and improve overall package performance.  Also provides protection against box cutters.   Crumpled Paper:  Used as a filler for light- to medium-weight items.  Must be tightly crumpled for best results.   Remember to protect fragile items from each other, as well as from the sides of the box!  Very fragile items should be packed in separate boxes inside the shipping box.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

  

Text Box: 3.  Close Your Box Use pressure sensitive plastic or nylon-reinforced tape.    Apply at least three strips (2” tape) to both the top and bottom of your box.    For best results, do not use masking tape, cellophane tape, duct tape, string, or paper overwrap.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Text Box: 4.  Use Proper Labeling Always include the complete street address with zip code.    If applicable, include apartment or unit number.   For international Shipments, it is recommended to include a phone number.    Place the address label on the top of the box.    Always include complete return address information.    Be sure to remove or cross out old shipping labels