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The Role of Packaging
The physical characteristics of goods (solid, liquid, gas)
affect the way they can be handled
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Increased volume & weight
Protection
Higher
cost
Easier handling
Stacking
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Flat pallets

Grouping materials for
multi-drop deliveries
For working store 1
For working store 2
For working store 3

Post pallets

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Container-carrying trucks are
more likely to be used for
inbound transport, as they
generally require heavy lifting
equipment

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Covered vehicles are
weather-proof and
more secure than open
vehicles, but are more
difficult to load and
unload

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Containerisation
Containers reduce delays in transferring materials between
modes of transport
ISO standard containers are widely used
The sealed containers increase security and may result in lower
insurance premiums
Protection against damage is also increased
… but containers also increase the volume & weight and require
special handling equipment

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Container types:
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40’ High cube containers
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Flat containers
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40’ Refrigerated containers

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20’ Tank containers

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are used to fill free space in boxes & cartons
Metals, plastic, glass, etc
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Packaging instructions
Packaging is usually the supplier’s responsibility
but the buyer can influence how it is done!
Dimensions of packaging should match standard storage
location sizes in stores to efficiently use the space
Buyers could specify dimensions, type and capacity of
packaging
The Hague and Hague-Visby rules specifically exempt
carriers from liability for packaging
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