Packing Resources and Supplies for LTL Freight
When you're ready to ship less-than-truckload (LTL) freight, check here for the information you need to properly pack your LTL freight shipment — including freight packaging essentials, shipping labels and tips.
FedEx Freight Shipping Guidelines
At FedEx, we know proper packaging of your freight is the best way to ensure that your goods arrive safely at their destination. Follow these four essential steps for all FedEx Freight® shipments.
Freight Packaging Essentials
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3. Secure it. |
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2. Prepare it. |
4. Ship it. |
FedEx Freight Shipping Guidelines
We understand that proper packaging of your freight is the best way to ensure your goods arrive safely at their destination.
Access our comprehensive Packaging Guidelines for Shipping Freight to get a general understanding of FedEx Freight shipping conditions and specific tips for preparing and palletizing most types of items.
Quick Tips
Freight comes in all shapes and sizes. Here are some common examples and tips to get you started.
Bags
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| Use the interlocking stack method. Add a solid bottom cushion or load protector. Cardboard the outside of bags when possible. |
Keep bags within the pallet |
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Cartons
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| Use the column or interlocking stack method. Avoid overhang to reduce the risk of damage. |
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Shelf-Ready Cartons
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| Use the column stack method. Add corner edge-boards and top and bottom corrugated pads. |
Add stretchwrap for additional protection. |
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Crates
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| Use quality lumber (plywood). Use diagonal braces and appropriate fastener on the side grain for corners. |
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Drums
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If palletized, band and protect. |
Use banding, edge protection |
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Spools and Reels |
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| Securely anchor to pallets that may be forklifted. |
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Engines
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| Drain all engine fluids. Block or brace engine in a wood crate or corrugated box. |
Band it securely to a pallet. Add stretchwrap for additional protection. |
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Pipes and Other Long Freight
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| Bundle, secure and crate. |
Label Library for FedEx Freight
When preparing your freight for shipping with FedEx Freight, using descriptive labels to help identify special handling needs can help ensure your freight arrives on time and intact.
We've developed this comprehensive library of common shipping labels to help you identify your handling needs.
Label Library
To use these labels, click on an image to open a PDF file and print the image on 8.5" x11" laser label sheets or go to FedEx OfficeSM Print Online to let us print it for you.
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Caution! Light Bulbs |
CAUTION Sheet Metal Product - |
Reels Must Remain Upright |
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WARNING - Narrow Skid, |
FLOOR LOAD ONLY |
DO NOT BREAK BANDING |
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TOP HEAVY |
FRAGILE |
DO NOT DOUBLE STACK |
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MIXED ORDERS ON SKID |
PLEASE DO NOT USE FORKLIFT |
HIGH VALUE |
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DO NOT TOP LOAD |
TOP LOAD ONLY |
Please Keep Upright |
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TOP HEAVY |
MOVE WITH GLASS DOLLY ONLY |
DO NOT LAY FLAT |
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EASILY DAMAGED, |
ATTENTION Must Use Fork Extensions |
FORK THIS SIDE ONLY! |
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NOTICE SPECIAL HANDLING |
DO NOT BREAK STRETCHWRAP |
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