Proper  Packaging  &  Damage  Prevention  

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Don’t  let  shipping  alone  be  the  real  test  of  your  packaging.    

Labeling  a  package  as  “fragile,”  is  NOT  enough  to  ensure  that  it’ll  be  treated  as  such.  

Even  sturdy  products  can  be  damaged  by  the  rigorous  wear  and  tear  that’s  unavoidable  during  the  regular  shipping  process.    

Here  are  some  measures  you  can  take  to  ensure  your  package  is  protected:

CHECKLIST  

Four  Foot  Drop  Test

One  Minute  Shake  

Silica  Gel  Packs

Filler  Material

Filler  material—airbags,  crinkle  cut  paper,  foam,  and  bubble  wrap—will  absorb  shock  and  reduce  impact.    

Use  the  “four-­‐foot  drop  test”  to  make  sure  that  your  package  will  survive  the  impact  of  shipping  and  handling.    

Shake  it  vigorously  for  one  full  minute  to  determine  whether  it’ll  be  damaged  by  rough  handling  and/or  shifting  against  other  packages  in  the  transport  vehicle.  

Use  silica  gel  packs  to  control  package  humidity  and  to  protect  your  product  from  moisture.    

Polybags  will  immunize  your  product  from  sun  exposure.  

If  you  have  any  questions  regarding  proper  packaging  and  damage  prevention,  feel  free  to  reach  out  to  us.     Info@shipmonk.com              (855)  222-­‐4601   www.shipmonk.com