Your shipment has a long journey ahead. So making sure it arrives in a single piece is a must. You must ensure that items have been packed securely, leaving no room for damage. Proper packaging can ensure a safe parcel delivery in Lancaster. Your parcels are generally subject to four main types of stresses: shock, compression, atmospheric, and vibration. Let’s delve into the packaging guidelines below.
A Brief Guide About Parcel Packaging
- Get the suitable box
We suggest using a new double-walled box to pack your parcel. We understand reusing old boxes is sustainable, but it increases the damage risk to your shipment during transit. It’s always better to use strong and rigid cardboard boxes for packaging.
- Choose the right size of cardboard boxes
This is another important thing you need to consider. Avoid overloading your stuff in a cardboard box of inappropriate size. It not only minimises the transit risk on your parcel but also saves money. Please note that an underfilled box is equally at risk as an overloaded one. This is because the courier services generally stack the boxes on each other, which can damage an underfilled box. Hence, choose a box that’s just appropriate to pack your items.
- Get the quality cushioning materials
You must have found bubble wrap or shredded cardboard when you order fragile or any such items that are at risk. Soft or expanded foam is also great for protecting your parcel. You can also go for cheaper alternatives like shredded textiles or screwed-up newspaper if the items aren’t that fragile or valuable. Ensure there must be at least 7.62 cm of cushioning materials between the items and the box’s outer wall.
- What to do if items are extra fragile?
If you are sending glass or other items that are extra fragile and need extra attention, just normal packaging using cushion materials may not work. In such a case, you can use the box-in-a-box packaging method. You must choose a second box that’s at least 15.24 cm wider and deeper as compared to the original box in which you have already packed your items. We suggest using cushioning materials again in this method to fill the gaps and the remaining space on the top before sealing it.
Cumbria X-Press Limited is a reliable company for parcel delivery in Lancaster. Contact us today or check our website for more information about our delivery services.