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How to pack your parcels properly Valid from 1st March 2018
Basic principles
of packaging
We would like to introduce basic instructions on how to pack your
shipments in the most proper way. In case of any question, feel free
to ask your usual DPD contact.
Maximum dimensions
Max. weight of domestic parcels and parcels to Slovakia: 50 kg
Max. weight of Express parcels: 31.5 kg
Max. weight of international parcels: 31.5 kg
Max. length (longest side): 175 cm
Max. circumference (2x width + 2x height + length): 300 cm
Dimensions of parcels delivered to Pickup points: max.
weight 20 kg, max. length of the longest side 100 cm,
max. circumference 250 cm
How to fill in free space
inside the packaging
Fill in free space between the content and the packaging
to maximize the protection of your parcel content.
The following internal packaging is recommended: foam
sheeting, plastic sheeting, encapsulated-air plastic sheeting
or bubble wrap.
Package based on the parcel weight
The package should be in line with the parcel weight in order
to protect it during transportation.
5x weight
of shipment
Securing and stuffing parcel
Secure and stuff the parcel inside so that it sustains
5x the static load of its own weight at minimum.
Roller conveyor
A parcel must be suitable for automatic sorting process and
roller conveyors.
It must be packed in a sturdy material in order to withstand
a fall from 80 cm.
Stable position
When packing your parcel, bear in mind that it will be
transported in its most stable position.
Revision Date: April 23, 2018
Basic principles of packaging Parcels tied together Parcels tied together cannot be accepted for transportation. Repeated used boxes If you use cardboard boxes repeatedly, do not forget to remove all outdated labels to prevent misrouting of your parcel. Unique packaging All covers and openings in the packaging should be firmly and visibly secured to prevent their spontaneous opening. Unique packaging can be ensured by using the company labelled tapes. Handling labels You can stick handling labels on your parcel if necessary. Handling labels do not replace quality packaging and stuffing. Place a label “Fragile” on the top of the parcel and “This side up” on its side. “Fragile” label shall be used if the parcel contains glass, porcelain, liquids and high value goods. Revision Date: April 23, 2018
Recommended packaging for fragile goods Notebooks We recommend encapsulated-air plastic sheeting, foam profiles, fuchsbags, flopacks as parcel stuffing. If you send a notebook to a repair shop/service, the shop/service is obliged to inform you about the right packaging. Most of repair shops have such instructions in manuals on their websites. Monitors, TVs If you send goods to a repair shop/service and do not have its original packaging, it is feasible to protect the display (by using polystyrene or similar board). Bubble wrap is not enough protection for such goods. Printers Use the original manufacturer’s packaging and semi- hard stuffing. Tablets Insert in the original box and into the transportation packaging stuffed with appropriate stuffing along all sides. Microwaves Insert original packages into the transportation packaging stuffed with appropriate stuffing along all sides. If you do not have the original package, all other types of packaging must be stuffed by encapsulated-air plastic sheeting in an appropriate amount along all sides - polystyrene, flopack, polyurethane, polyethylene, bubble wrap etc. Cooktops It is recommended to use encapsulated-air plastic sheeting (one polystyrene piece into which the cooktop is inserted) or polystyrene “sandwich” (place a piece of polystyrene of the same size as the cooktop on each side of the cooktop, fix with wrap and insert in a cardboard box). Revision Date: April 23, 2018
Recommended packaging
for fragile goods
Vacuum cleaners
Put in an original packaging and into a transportation
box stuffed with appropriate stuffing along all sides.
If you do not have original packaging, all parts must be
fixed so that they cannot move freely.
It is recommended to use soft foam as stuffing,
sufficient layer of bubble wrap, foam profiles.
Boilers
It is recommended to use encapsulated-air plastic
sheeting, polystyrene, polyurethane or polyethylene
lining at both bottom and top.
Tie the parcel with cable ties for easy handling during
transportation.
Fitness machines
Place a machine into a sturdy cardboard box and secure
it so that its individual parts do not collide with each
other.
Furniture
Use original packaging if possible that should
include appropriate stuffing (polystyrene separators
or thin paper sheets or polyurethane separators).
In that way you can prevent damage of individual
furniture in the box.
Glass parts and mirrors are excluded from
transportation because of their fragility.
Always pack furniture dismantled.
Revision Date: April 23, 2018
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How to pack
wine or liquor
Bottles with wine or liquor can be transported in the following
approved and tested packaging.
Polystyrene transportation box
A transportation box made of polystyrene for 1, 2, 3,
and 6 0.75l bottles.
Benefits: easy packing, safe for transport, stable
temperature, if stacked – secured against movement,
thanks to breaking parts it is suitable up to champagne
bottle size.
FUCHSBAG
FUCHSBAG consists of parallel air-filled chambers.
Benefits: storage space saved (air filled only when
you need it), easy and fast handling, environmentally
friendly, repeated use.
The packaging includes tailored boxes.
Ewine secure pack
Premium transportation cardboard packaging.
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Revision Date: April 23, 2018
Tyre packaging
Tyres up to size 19“
max. 2 pieces
Passenger vehicle tyres up to size 19“ shall be
packaged by two pieces at a time at maximum. 1 piece
Tyres above size 19“
Tyres above size 19“ shall always be packaged
by one piece at a time.
Tyres with a rim 1 ks
+
1 piece
Tyres with a rim shall be packaged regardless of their
foil
size by 1 piece at a time. A cardboard sheet shall be placed
under the rim on the bottom part of the tyre so that the
foil does not get damaged when the tyre moves on the
roller conveyor. If you do not use the foil, place the
cardboard on both sides and fix it with a tape, see point
Covering with cardboard only.
Other types of tyres max. 50 kg within the Czech Republic
max. 31.5 kg abroad (up to 50 kg to Slovakia)
Other types of tyres, e.g. for motorbikes, bikes or
wheelbarrows, shall be packaged with a stretch foil.
The maximum allowed weight is the same as for common
parcels, i.e. 50 kg within the CR and Slovakia and 31.5 kg
into other destinations abroad.
In case of a non-standard type of tyres, e.g. for tractors,
the transport within the CR and abroad needs to be
authorized.
Packaging with a stretch foil
Both transparent and non-transparent foil can be used to
package the tyres. It is important that the foil is made of
foil
a tear-resistant material and is at least 0.04 mm thick. foil
foil
The tyre shall be packaged so as the foil does not get torn,
covers at least ¾ of the tyre and there shall be at least
three layers of it.
The surface of the parcel must be soft so that it can move
smoothly on the roller conveyor.
Covering with cardboard only max. 2 pieces
lie
To prevent small parcels getting into the inner space 1 piece
fó
of the tyre(s), the bottom and the upper part of the tyre
can be covered with cardboard instead of foil. The
cardboard shall be attached with a strapping tape.
Revision Date: April 23, 2018
www.dpd.cz/shippingguidePackaging with cardboard or
a cardboard sheet
foil
In this case, at least five-layer corrugated cardboard
shall be used and if the box is not compact, cardboard
sheets on the sides shall be attached with a stretch foil.
Placement of the shipping label
il
fo
The shipping label shall be pasted on the flat outer side
of the tyre packaging (not under the packaging) so that
it is possible to scan it. min. 0.04 mm
Transport of tyres
into Nordic countries
Before sending tyres to Denmark, Finland, Norway,
Sweden or Iceland, it is necessary to check the current
rules of transport into these countries.
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