Don’t drop it as you always have a way around.
Heavy shipments are too hard to process and dropping them off eventually becomes the end decision.
Have you ever met with this scenario?
You are finally taking a big sigh of relief after packing some of the heavy-weight cooking utensils for your son or daughter who badly needs to self-cook and eat homemade food.
However, when the courier guy comes for the pickup, he tells you, ‘Sir, this package is very heavy with all the kitchen utensils packed’ for which you may be expected to pay additional charges.
It strikes a chord with you and the mental debate begins whether you are going to pay the extra pennies or remove some of the items from the box.
The good news is there is a way to handle such last-minute crises with heavy-weight shipments.
Given below, is your walk-through guide to navigating the process of heavy-weight shipments efficiently.
1. Clarity in understanding about heavy-weight shipments
Always choose to break the myth by gaining clarity of the concepts.
There isn’t anything that is called ‘too heavy to deliver’ in the language of shipping.
Rather, the underlying meaning of it is that such packages cannot be accommodated in the regular pricing slab of the courier. However, the intricate part of it is where not only weight is considered but also the space it occupies.
Hence, the real meaning of too heavy differs in the following ways,
- When the parcel leaps above the standard volumetric limit it has to be moved into a separate pricing category.
- When the package is above the weight being above the 30 kg limit within the confinements of the regular shipping.
- For packages filled with fragile or delicate items
- If the parcels needed to be moved into cargo or freight services.
Therefore, gaining knowledge about heavy-weight shipments first-hand helps you in planning your packages smartly.
2. Ensure proper packaging
Heavy-weight shipments are always on the edge of disaster.
For bulk and heavy parcels, all you require is safe and secured packaging which will help ensure that it doesn’t rip open during transit. Not only does it render damaged products inside, but it also leads to the undeliverable status of the parcels.
Correspondingly, here is your list of quick tips to make sure your packaging is just done right.
- Choice of the right box- For unusually high-weight parcels use double or even triple-walled corrugated boxes which assure durability.
- Cushion like a pro- Make sure you bubble wrap the fragile items and add air pillows or foam padding wherever possible.
- Secure the bottom part of the parcels- Sagging is possible no matter how strong the box. To avoid such situations, place at least 2 to 3 strips of heavy-duty packing tape.
- Label wisely- Ensure you label the big boxes with appropriate labels like, ‘Handle with care’, and ‘Heavy item’. Not only it does help safeguard all the items inside but also prevents damage from handling the items.
Your box is only a placeholder, unless it is protected by wearing package armor as the journey, they are about to take is a real battleground.
3. Breaking the bulk shipment into smaller parcels
When it is too huge to handle, breaking into compartments is a wise move.
Accordingly, if you have multiple kinds of shipments, like home essentials on one hand, apparel and expensive electronic items on the other hand, the smart choice is to split into small-sized packages.
Here is a list of ways, in which you can break down the big box.
- Based on priority- You can split the packages based on the urgency of delivery.
- Make a split for slab pricing- If you notice the shipping charges drastically increase after crossing a certain upper limit, make it into multiple packages to prevent you from incurring additional costs. For instance, if your package comes around 30 kg, split it into 15 kg for each parcel.
- Avail bulk shipment discount- The advantage of splitting the parcels under one booking number gets you close to still obtaining bulk shipping discounts.
- Sometimes, breaking up helps to see a clear picture of your expense on the shipment.
4. Check for change of service from parcel to cargo or freight
Look for a change if you can’t find a straight road ahead.
When your parcel weight crosses 20 plus kg, check if you can find a cost-effective alternative than relying on just sending your big boxes via parcel service.
Accordingly, many international shipment providers automatically convert the parcel to a cargo or freight service. Although the delivery takes time via cargo, it helps in favouring you with a less expensive choice of service.
5. Always keep in check the hidden charges involved
Be wary of the hidden costs involved when it comes to sending bulk or heavy shipments. How the hidden costs show up are,
- Penalties for heavy boxes
- Fuel surcharges
- Customs handling costs
- Remote area delivery fees
To skip such unnecessary hassles, always ask for the complete pricing structure from your delivery partner.
Wrap Up
You don’t have to lift the big package by yourself when you ship it.
For a care package from home, your next customer order, or a surprise box for someone you miss, you just need the right plan, the right packaging, and the right partner.
Plus, we have the answer to your question about how to send that big package without stress.
Brown Post is able to handle packages of any size, and it also provides real-time updates, personal assistance, and assistance with container packaging. mainly due to the fact that we do not simply transport packages; rather, we relocate trust, enterprises, and memories.
