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Custom Packaging Solutions for Small Fragile Items

October 28, 2010 by admin

Shipping large, cumbersome items can be challenging. Most people appreciate that. They call their Boston packaging service almost apologetically, explaining that they know it’s going to be difficult, but they really need to ship their antique furniture or large painting. They’re happily surprised when we tell them it’s no problem, no matter how large their shipment is. We can get their items shipped safely and reliably. Shipping small, fragile items can actually be trickier – unless you have the expertise and equipment to get the job done right!

Shipping Small Packages From Boston

Why is it more difficult to ship small, fragile packages than large, bulky ones?  It turns out that size does matter — but not the way you might think. Large, bulky shipments are heavy and difficult to move.  When shippers handle these packages, they’re forced to move carefully and deliberately.  On the other hand, small, lightweight packages are easy to handle and toss around.  Shippers toss them into bins, onto conveyor belts, into and off of trucks, and finally, onto your doorstep. We say this not to praise or fault any shipping company. This is simply an observation based upon years of experience in the shipping industry: the smaller the package, the more likely it is to get treated roughly during transit.

Imagine what that does to the treatment of your package.  Could your smart phone stand up to that abuse? What about your jewelry, fine art, collectibles, or ceramics?   Perhaps the more important question is, “Do you want to take any chances when you’re shipping your small, fragile items?”

Customized Packaging Solutions For Small, Fragile Items

Safeguard your valuables and treasures by using customized packaging solutions for your small, fragile items.  Custom sized foam core boxes, which include strategic padding and supportive foam collars to provide extra cushioning at vulnerable points, have proven to be the ideal way to package many types of small, fragile items.  Glassware, figurines, electronics, artwork and more can be protected from jolts, shocks, and drops while in transit, minimizing the chances of breakage or damage.

Every small, fragile item has an ideal packaging solution.  Your packaging and shipping professional should be able to advise you on the best materials and methods to protect your items in transit.

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"My mother was living in a retirement community in Massachusetts. After she passed, there were three groups of items that needed to go to three different locations. One of those groups contained a large china cabinet. This had much sentimental value for me but it needed refinishing before having it shipped to my home in Virginia. I was referred to Boston Pack and Ship. They advised me to ship it directly to a refinisher to save me from having to move the cabinet one more time. Boston Pack and Ship stored the china cabinet while I searched for a refinisher near my home. Long story short, I found a refinisher here in Virginia and Boston Pack and Ship prepared the china cabinet for delivery. It arrived safe and sound to the refinisher on schedule who said it was ‘beautifully wrapped and protected’. I can’t thank Bill and Boston Pack and Ship enough for their help in getting my china cabinet to me safely. Most importantly, they were caring and patient at a difficult time in my life."
Mindy Loisel, Virginia

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