When your packages are in transit, they will be handled multiple times, go on automated belts (if they’re boxed) and need to be packaged appropriately. They may also have other packages put on top of them so your packaging needs to be strong enough to withstand transportation and handling at the depots.
If your packaging is insufficient, you risk your package being damaged in transit and you will not be able to claim compensation. Sellar can help you to ensure your packaging is secure and fit for purpose.
Cans
24 x 440ml cases of cans
With the recommended packaging your cans are unlikely to be damaged in transit and if they are, we have a very high chance of a successful damage claim on your behalf. Your customers will receive the cans in the same condition you dispatch them.
Recommended ⭐️
Double walled corrugated cardboard is a must for shipping cases of cans with any courier provider.
Use strong tape designed for shipping. Make sure the joins have enough tape to hold them securely closed, and run tape 3 times in both directions across the box and joints.
Paritions between cans to minimise contact
Strong packaging tape
PRO TIP:
Make sure your cans are not touching the walls of the box by adding a 0.5- 1 inch of padding around the inside of the box on the outside of the cans. This will give your cans cushion from any force to the sides. This can be done with winged partitions like the below examples.
Donts:
Ship your cans in single wall boxes - it is likely the cans will be damaged and it is unlikely we will be able to successfully claim for damages.
Ship 2 cases of 24 x 440ml cases strapped together. This will increase your chances of damage.
48 x 330ml cases of cans
If you’re shipping 330ml cans and because of the lower weight, it is economical to ship 330ml cans in boxes of 48. If you decide to do this, remember to bulk up on packaging.
Recommended examples ⭐️
Package two slabs of 24 x 330ml cans in their own box, housed by one outer box. This has been tested at scale by Brulo who find this to be a successful and cost effective configuration.
48 x 330ml cases of cans
If you’re shipping 330ml cans and because of the lower weight, it is economical to ship 330ml cans in boxes of 48. If you decide to do this, remember to bulk up on packaging.
Recommended examples ⭐️
Package two slabs of 24 x 330ml cans in their own box, housed by one outer box. This has been tested at scale by Brulo who find this to be a successful and cost effective configuration.
Glass Bottles
Shipping glass bottles can be particularly difficult. What would be a dent in a can would be a smashed bottle with glass.
Recommended examples ⭐️
Double walled corrugated boxes with partitions is a must. Ideally you can have double walled partitions. You will have a good success rate with this and we will likely be able to claim for damages too.
An additional packaging you can provide, on the tops/bottom of the bottles will help to prevent crushing from above.
PRO TIP:
For the highest success rate, we’ve heard from partners who ship only in glass bottles that using air shock bottle packs are consistently the most reliable. This is definitely recommended for those shipping higher value glass bottles like spirits or wine.
Plastic Kegs
20L Plastic Kegs - boxed
20L Plastic kegs are below the 25kg weight limit for items that do not attract the additional handling surcharge. This means, if you wish, you can box 20L plastic kegs to benefit from the lower rate which would be priced similarly to a case of cans. The other benefit of shipping the 20L plastic kegs in boxes is that it qualifies for damage insurance in the event of damage. Unboxed items do not qualify for damage claims.
If you decide to box the keg, we would recommend putting a shipping label on both the keg and outer box just incase it is separated from the box.
20L/30L Plastic Kegs - unboxed
All unboxed items qualify for the additional handling surcharge. This is already included in the prices estimates laid out here. All unboxed items are only covered for insurance from loss, not damage.
How to label kegs:
Use waterproof shipping labels to prevent wet conditions or water from deteriorating the keg. If the label is disfigured, the keg will be unidentifiable and become lost very quickly.
If using standard shipping labels, you can put cellotape or pallet wrap around the keg to prevent condensation, or from the label from being disfigured.
If using standard A4 paper, please use a documents enclosed pouch to keep the label in good condition. Alternatively tape over the label with cellotape so that it creates a waterproof seal.
