4 tips to pack your products before shipping

Pack your products: That product is damaged during delivery is something that no company should face, especially because it harms the experience of its customers, who may end up resorting to other alternatives, but how can you make sure that this does not happen to you? At TBC we will help you identify what you should and should not do in the packaging process before requesting a delivery service.

 

Why is packaging important?

Packaging is one of the most important ways in which a company or online store can interact directly with its consumers. For example, a carefully crafted, personalized experience can make a big impression on whoever opens the package. And just as importantly, good packaging keeps your product safe during delivery to your customer’s doorstep, preventing the product from bouncing or crushing during transport.

Packing things correctly helps you save money by ensuring that you don’t have to send a replacement product if the original is damaged. In addition, it keeps the reputation of your store intact, since it prevents your customers from receiving damaged products.

 

What kind of packaging material do you need?

There are a wide variety of packaging materials that you can use to pack your products for delivery. This list covers some of the most common materials you can use, but keep in mind that there is a wide variety on the market.

 

Outer packing:

Polyurethane bag (good for light and non-fragile items)

• packing tube
• Small single-layer cardboard gift box (for smaller products)

 

• Larger double/triple layer box (for heavier and larger products)
• Padding and cushioning material
• Tissue paper for packaging

Cardboard inserts

• Crumpled paper
• Styrofoam inserts
• Bubble wrap

 Sealing tape:

• Brown plastic tape (polypropylene tape)
• Vinyl adhesive tape
• Adhesive tape (fiber-reinforced paper tape)
• Packing tape

 

The type of packaging material you will use depends on the type of product you are shipping and its requirements. With that in mind, here are some tips that will keep your products safe and your customers happy:

 

4 steps for a good packaging process

In general, the packaging of your products will follow the following steps:

 

1. Evaluate the requirements of your item and choose the appropriate packaging materials

Packages pass through many hands during their journey to the customer: they go through first-mile service providers, transportation personnel, to name a few.

 

With this in mind, old boxes or those that are not strong enough for the type of product being shipped could fall apart as the staff moves them from one location to the next.

These packages can also rub against other packages and boxes during many parts of their journey, creating friction that could damage the package or its contents. All that friction and handling means there’s plenty of room for your packaging to weaken and break if your material isn’t strong enough.

 

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If you choose low-quality materials for your shipments, these materials could weaken and break during delivery, causing breakage in the box or damage to the product during transit.

To know which materials to use, consider the following factors when choosing how to pack your product:

 

• The weight of the product: the heavier the product, the more resistant the packaging material must be. You can check the resistance of the box you are going to use through the manufacturer’s seal. Heavier items may need double or even triple layer corrugated boxes. Lighter items can be packed in a polyurethane bag.
• Size and shape of the product: if you use a box, there must be enough space for the padding material. The item being packed must not touch the sides of the box.
• Product value and its fragility: Fragile or high-value products need extra padding and protection. Put a fragility label on the box for reference.

 

2. Wrap all items separately

If your box contains several separate items, please be aware that they could move and collide with each other during transport.

3. Padding and padding: do not leave any space, but do not overfill

Not having enough padding in the package causes your products to bounce around inside the box and get damaged along the way. On the other hand, overfilled boxes can burst during delivery.

As much as possible, there should be enough padding and cushioning so that the product does not shift in the box during transport and have enough cushioning to absorb any shocks the package may experience during delivery.

When adding padding and cushioning to your package, make sure the box has enough room to cushion the delivered item. Use at least 5-6 cm of padding. Some examples of padding are:

 

• Foam or cardboard
• Bubble wrap
• Airbags

4. Use the right sealing material

If your package needs a box for shipping, make sure you use the proper tape with the correct width. Any of the three mentioned in the list above should suffice.

If you pack lightweight products, such as t-shirts, you can use a polyurethane bag with its adhesive strip. Make sure you have sealed the bag properly to prevent it from opening mid-delivery or liquid getting into the package.

As much as possible, do not use straps or ropes. These could damage your heaviest packages or the machinery of your logistics service provider.

Properly packing your products is important for the shipping or delivery process. Remember to choose the right packaging materials and methods to properly cushion and seal your products. These practices help prevent damage during shipping and can save you money on replacing damaged products, ultimately improving the experience for your customers.

If after packing you are looking for a fast and reliable delivery company, at TBC we can help you. We are your perfect logistics ally. If you want more information about our delivery services, contact us and we will help you with whatever you need.