How to properly pack packages?

With tips on how to properly pack your shipments, Overseas Express wants to prevent any damage to the package. Follow the simple instructions which will help you to properly package the products you are sending to the recipient. It is in your best interest to properly pack the goods you are sending so that they are not damaged, because a well-packaged parcel is safe from damage.

The sender is obliged to package each parcel in such a way as to protect its value and to prevent damage. The choice of packaging material and the method of packaging must correspond to the content, type, dimensions, weight and value of the goods and the length of the shipping route.  Properly packaged parcel protects the goods during transport and allows the shippment to arrive at its destination in a safe way. Transport manipulation is performed by industrial technology, and therefore we do not recommend sending packages that are not suitable for transport on the conveyor belt. Overseas Express assumes responsibility only for those parcels that are properly packaged.

In order to adequately pack the parcel, pay special attention to the following:

• The cardboard must be strong and undamaged and must be able to withstand the weight of other packages in transport. It is not recommended to use cardboard that was previously wet, even if it is dry at the time of packaging.
• The content you are sending must not touch the outer cardboard (place the contents in the middle of the box a few inches away from the outer edges of the box).
• Cover the goods with styrofoam, foil, bubble wrap or similar material to avoid movement of the contents inside the package during the transport.
• Glass products must not touch each other. The bottles must be separated from each other by partitions from top to bottom and additionally lined with cushioning material.
• If you are sending liquids, be sure to pre-pack them in an airtight bag (nylon, etc.) so that even in case of damage, spilled contents would not damage the rest of the contents of the package or other packages.
• Make sure one person can handle your package on their own.
• Pack the goods so that they can be transported in any position, so the safety of the package does not depend on the position.
• If you are sending objects of unusual or irregular shape, all sharp edges and protrusions must be wrapped and tightened so as not to damage other packages during transport.
• If you use used cardboard packaging, it is necessary to remove all old labels and package markings in order to deliver your package on time to the correct delivery address.
• Glue, adhesive tape, etc. can be used to close the package, depending on the type and value of the contents.
• Consignments delivered in a sealed envelope must be secured so that their contents or a part of it cannot be removed without visible damage to the envelope and the means of closing the consignment (adhesives, adhesive tapes, etc.).
• If you do not have the original packaging, it is recommended to put the item in a larger box that can be filled with styrofoam and hard cardboard in several layers to completely eliminate the possibility of damage.

The goods on the pallet should be stacked and protected as follows:

• The goods on the pallet must be packed in appropriate packaging, the heaviest goods or boxes stacked on the bottom of the pallet, and the lighter goods on top.
• Goods or boxes must not exceed the dimensions of the euro pallet, and the entire contents of the pallet must be protected by a transport foil.

Overseas Express (service provider) has the right to refuse to pick up the shipment from the shipper if the shipment is not packaged in the manner prescribed in the general conditions of the Company.

Following the general terms and conditions, Overseas Express (service provider) is not obliged to accept a shipment if its contents are hazardous material or the shipment is of such a nature that its transfer is prohibited by law, regulation or decision of a competent state body or other relevant organization.

The service provider will not accept shipment of:

• A living animal
• Perishable or easily perishable products
• Flammable products
• Gold, silver or other precious material
• Gems
• Securities
• Firearms (whether whole or in pieces)
• Ammunition, explosives or explosive devices
• Human remains
• Illegal narcotics
• Tender and similar type of documentation or goods that are being sent to tender or supposed to be delivered within a defined time limit

Please note that acceptance of the package transfer and delivery by Overseas Express does not mean that the sender has packed the parcel in accordance with the general terms and conditions of the company.

Additional instructions for packing certain types of goods:

The content you are sending must not touch the outer carton (place the contents in the middle of the box 3 to 5 inches away from the outer edges of the box).
Cover the goods with styrofoam, foil, bubble wrap or similar material to avoid movement of the contents inside the parcel during the transport.

Technical products, electronic devices

Technical products and electronic devices must be packed in the original packaging of the manufacturer, which has additional protection - styrofoam.
If you do not have the original packaging, it is recommended to put the item in a larger box that can be filled with styrofoam and hard cardboard in several layers to completely eliminate the possibility of damage.

Glass, ​​fragile and delicate goods

Glass, breakable and delicate goods must be individually packed in a box filled with a protective material (eg styrofoam, foil…).
The glass products must not touch each other. The bottles must be separated from each other by partitions from top to bottom and additionally lined with cushioning material.

Liquids / Semi-liquids / Powders

If you are sending liquids, be sure to pre-pack them in an airtight bag (nylon, etc.) so that even in case of damage, spilled contents would not damage the rest of the contents of the package or other packages. Cover semi-liquid substances, fats or substances with an intense odor with adhesive tape and wrap in grease-resistant paper.
Powders need to be packed in such a way as to prevent spoilage and damage to other packages. They need to be packed in an airtight bag, and then covered with additional protection inside a box of appropriate size.

Car parts

If you are sending car parts, it is necessary to completely protect the entire contents of the package, which means that the contents must not be seen through the packaging material, and that it is completely protected on all sides.

Bicycle

If you are sending a bicycle, it is necessary to send it disassembled in parts, with appropriate internal protection of sensitive parts.

Leaflets, brochures and documents

Leaflets, brochures and documents should be wrapped in wrapping paper and placed in a box of appropriate size.

Books

When sending books, the edges should be additionally protected with cardboard and placed in a box of appropriate size.

Various rolls of paper, paintings, vinyl

This type of product should be sent in a cardboard sleeve that closes on one side. The sleeve must be made of material (cardboard) suitable for automatic and mechanical sorting of packages.

Maps and blueprints

Pack maps and blueprints in a suitable box / sleeve. Close both ends tightly to prevent the contents from falling out of the package. The sleeve must be made of material (cardboard) suitable for automatic and mechanical sorting of packages.

Rolled goods, mattresses, textiles

It is necessary to protect them with multi-layer polyvinyl with bubbles and be sure to cover them with cardboard.

Scissors, knives and sharp objects

Each sharp item must be packed separately, and all edges should be well wrapped.
Place the packed item in a suitable box and use fillers (paper, styrofoam, bubble wrap…). If you are sending more than one sharp item, prevent them from touching.