How to package a parcel to withstand transport and handling

When choosing your packaging, you should consider its material, strength and size.

It is crucial to use high-quality packaging to ensure that your shipment is protected throughout the transportation process. There are many packaging suppliers in Sweden, so find out what they offer and what suits your particular shipment. It might be a good idea to talk to the supplier and explain your needs and what you are sending. This will ensure that you get sturdy enough products to protect your goods so they arrive in a good condition. 

Keep these three factors in mind when purchasing packaging: 

  1. Material

    Always use high-quality corrugated cardboard boxes when shipping parcels. We recommend using double-walled or triple-walled corrugated cardboard boxes for fragile or heavy items. Double and triple-walled cardboard boxes are reinforced and much more stable than single-walled boxes.They therefore provide better protection from knocks and impacts during storage and transport. 
    If you choose to reuse old boxes, which is good from an environmental perspective, it is important to ensure that they are in a good shape. They may have lost some of their strength and stability and therefore don’t offer the same degree of protection. 

  2. Strength

    Check the manufacturer’s stamp for information about the material and strength of the box. Ask the box supplier for information if necessary. Check the box's specifications to choose packaging suitable for the weight of the shipment. 

  3. Size

    Half-empty boxes may collapse and overloaded boxes may burst. To prevent this happening, choose a box that is the right size for what you are sending.

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Remember this when packing your items

Tips on the best way to pack your goods to help you avoid the most common mistakes.  

 

Use high-quality boxes! Sharp objects or weights above 10 kg? Use double or triple-walled boxes. 

Do not reuse boxes that have lost their stability and strength. 

Make sure the outside of the box has enough free surface area to be labelled.
The label must be visible and correctly positioned.  
Read about correct label application here.

Do not use cardboard boxes with any tears, dents or corner damage etc.

Use padded envelopes for small items that do not break easily or contain liquids. Avoid half-empty boxes. 
It is important not to overload the boxes. 

 

It is important to remember the following: 

  • The packaging must not be damaged when the goods are delivered to us. We are not able to replace packaging that is already damaged.
  • The product’s original packaging is not suitable as transport packaging! 
    These boxes must therefore always be packed inside a larger box with space for cushioning. 
  • Some items may not be sent in the usual way.

Do you want to know the best way to pack and package goods that do not fit inside standard boxes? Our Customer Service Team will be happy to assist you.
Your packaging supplier can also offer good help and guidance.