When shipping a parcel, the quality of the outer packaging is just as important as the contents. In fact, a poorly protected parcel can be subject to shocks, crushing or tears during transport. This can lead to delays, damaged products, or even refusal of delivery by the carrier. Here are our tips for solid, secure packaging that meets carrier expectations.
📦 Why is outer packaging crucial?
The parcel is handled many times between its point of departure and its final destination: depot, sorting, loading, delivery... Each stage represents a different challenge. potential risk for the integrity of your shipment. Good packaging allows you to :
- Protecting content against shock, moisture or pressure
- Reducing claims in the event of damage
- Meet carrier requirements
- Improving professional image from sender
🧱 Golden rules for solid packaging
1. Choose the right box
- Use a box in double-wall cardboard for heavy or fragile objects
- Prefer a box adapted to the size of the content too large, it risks being crushed; too small, it fails to provide adequate protection
- Avoid reusing used cardboard (weakened or marked)
2. Reinforcing corners and seams
- Double the corners and edges with strong adhesive tape
- Reinforce the bottom of the parcel with plastic tape. H inverted (in cross)
- Use quality adhesives (minimum 5 cm wide, moisture-resistant)
3. Ensure watertightness
- Protect against rain or weather conditions: waterproof tape, plastic film, or inner bag
- Avoid poorly sealed openings or unglued flaps
4. Add useful information
- Legible label affixed to the top of the package
- Add pictograms if necessary: "fragile", "top/bottom", "do not stack".
- Avoid unnecessary stickers that could interfere with automated reading
🛠️ Recommended packaging at Expert Shipping
In our branches Shipping StoreWe offer a wide range of packaging to suit every type of shipment:
- Standard and reinforced boxes
- Tubes for posters or rolled documents
- Padded envelopes
- Special packaging for bottles or valuables
Our agents can also help you prepare packaging to meet carrier requirements.
❗️À to be avoided at all costs
- Office or DIY tape (ineffective)
- Twine, ribbons or elastic bands as fasteners
- Unprotected handwritten labels
- Fancy packaging (gift wrap only, lightweight plastic)
✅ Summary
A well-packaged parcel is the first step to a successful shipment. Don't neglect outer packaging: it protects your shipments, reflects your seriousness, and helps you avoid losses or disputes. To be sure you're making the right choice, rely on the expertise of our agents and the packaging solutions offered by Shipping Store.
