Shipping damage can increase costs, disrupt operations, and impact customer satisfaction. Packaging plays a key role in protecting products during transit. Selecting the right poly packaging materials helps reduce movement, improve durability, and protect against environmental exposure. Aligning packaging with product characteristics and shipping conditions helps maintain consistent delivery performance.
Identifying Common Causes of Shipping Damage
Understanding the causes of shipping damage helps guide packaging decisions.
Common causes include:
• excessive movement inside packaging
• weak or inappropriate materials
• exposure to moisture
• poor sealing
Addressing these issues requires selecting the right packaging materials.
Using Properly Sized Packaging
Packaging that is too large allows products to shift during transit. Proper sizing reduces movement and improves protection.
Benefits include:
• improved product stability
• reduced need for void fill
• consistent packaging outcomes
• better use of materials
Many operations use custom poly bags to match packaging to product size.
Selecting the Right Material Strength
Material strength is essential for protecting products. Poly materials provide durability and flexibility across a range of shipping conditions.
Key considerations include:
• resistance to tearing and punctures
• ability to handle weight and pressure
• performance in different environments
• compatibility with product type
Improving Sealing and Packaging Integrity
A secure seal ensures packaging remains intact during transit.
Best practices include:
• clean seal areas
• consistent sealing methods
• avoiding overfilled packages
• verifying seal integrity
Poly packaging made from poly film supports consistent sealing performance.
For more information, visit the Retail & E-Commerce Packaging page.
Final Considerations for Reducing Shipping Damage
Reducing shipping damage requires selecting packaging that fits the product, withstands handling, and maintains integrity during transit. Standardizing materials and processes helps improve consistency and reduce returns.
If you’re reviewing your packaging process or looking to reduce damage rates, you can contact us to discuss your packaging requirements.
FAQ
What causes shipping damage?
Movement, weak materials, and poor sealing are common causes.
How can packaging reduce damage?
By stabilizing products and protecting them during transit.
Are poly materials effective?
Yes, they provide durability and flexibility.
Why is proper sizing important?
It prevents movement and improves protection.
