Tips for Preparing an Auction for Shipment

By mickavailable

Liquidation.com has assembled the tips and tricks of the trade from our shipping experts. Take advantage of this guide for better packing and shipping practices and realize increased returns as Buyer satisfaction increases! Remember, perception is everything!
Benefits of Proper Packaging

1. Safer Shipment

2. Limited Liability

3. Decreased Disputes

4. Repeat Business
Special Classifications:

1. Packages weighing more than 70 lbs require a special ‘heavy-package’ label.

2. Oversized packages and packages with a large size-to-weight ratio require special pricing and dimensional weight calculations.
Guidelines:

• Use a rigid box with flaps intact (preferably new).

• Wrap all items separately.

• Use adequate cushioning material i.e., bubble wrap, peanuts, foam etc.

• Make sure internal packing is tight and cannot move in transit.

• Use strong tape designed for shipping to secure exterior.

• Use a single address label that has clear, complete delivery information provided by our logistics company.

• Place a duplicate address label inside the package.

• Make sure the ltl shipping company scans all packages prior to leaving your facility.

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