1. Receive freight carefully. Many operations are now using professional freight handlers (often called lumpers) to receive their inbound freight. Impact Logistics is such a company.
2. Sort, segregate, and palletize product properly.
3. Shrink-wrap both freight and pallet. There is a specific process for palletizing and shrink-wrapping freight to ensure both safe transport and safety in the warehouse. Have your freight handlers (Impact Logistics) shrink-wrap your product as part of the unloading process.
4. Pack cartons carefully. It is crucial to fill the carton and position its contents correctly.
5. Make sure the contents of the shipment are described on the bill of lading. Carriers can help identify whether or not the packaging is appropriate and the freight is transported safely.
6. Use new packaging materials. Shippers must use a carton with an appropriate burst weight. Reusing cartons that are not made for multiple use can weaken them.
7. Use four-way pallets made of sound lumber. Shippers should inspect pallet slats for knots and use four-way pallets to ease maneuvering. Because freight is likely palletized for carriers, they cannot assess a pallet's condition -- this is the shipper's responsibility.
8. Utilize clear labeling. If a package cannot be tipped, double-stacked, or laid on its side, it should be accurately labeled as such.

Sincerely,
Impact Logistics Corporate