Small Package Shipping: Packing Fragile Items the Right Way

Packing fragile items for shipping is a delicate task. You have to make sure you pack the fragile contents correctly or else they’ll be exposed to damage and breaking during shipping.

With more than 30 years of small package shipping experience, Amerijet understands how to handle fragile shipments. Here are some helpful guidelines you should follow when sending out fragile shipments.

1. Wrap the item with Bubble Wrap—Wrap the fragile item all over with Bubble Wrap. Don’t just wrap it one time around; go around it several times to give it enough cushioning to stay protected during shipping. Tape up the Bubble Wrap to ensure it stays in place.
2. Fill hollow items with packing peanuts—If you’re shipping a hollow item—like a cup—fill the inside of it with packing peanuts. This provides the fragile item with additional reinforcement, helping to keep it from chipping.
3. Don’t under-pack the box—Never skimp on packing materials. Your box needs to be stuffed properly with enough packing materials to keep the contents from shifting.
4. Beware of over-packing too—Over-stuffing the package is also a bad idea because it causes the box to expand and weaken. As a result, the box could bust or tear open.
5. Tape the box and label it—Always tape up the seams of your box to keep it from opening up during shipping. You should also clearly label your fragile shipment so package handlers will treat it with the utmost care.

Amerijet offers small package shipping services for commercial and individual customers. Our small package services start at a low flat rate of just $35.00, and they can be combined with door to door delivery within the United States.

To learn more about small package shipping, please visit www.amerijet.com today.