Image via WikipediaWhen time is money, the parcel networks work swiftly and work on volume.
You may only send one package a year, but if it doesn’t get delivered, it can be a total nightmare!
It may also cost you twice, and you need to check you are insured for the right amount, as if you are under-insured, you may not be able to make a successful claim.
If you are sending a package via parcel delivery, the rules are extremely different from those you will find when sending materials via Royal Mail. If you want your package to make its destination on time or even at all you have to follow the rules implicitly, there is no margin for error. To keep your package en route and out of the undeliverable cage, follow these simple rules:
Always use the correct packaging for your item. Seal your package with 48mm or 50mm wide sealing tape and double pack heavy items, so the boxes don’t split Never use damaged or non-standard packaging materials they mat not be strong enough. If recycling packaging, make sure it can do the job it’s being ask to do.
Dont send dangerous or prohibited goods - the rules vary from organisations, but as a general guideline you shouldnt try to send drugs, people, explosives, etc. If you think it could get you into trouble with the law, it will.
Use special care with fragile items. Never allow fragile items to move around freely or bump into each other inside your box. Today I received a package from Lush and the contents could not move as the items were surrounded by popcorn!
Make sure to wrap each item individually where possible and stuff enough ‘extra protective packaging’ (see popcorn reference above) inside the box to keep things from sliding around. Your package will be tossed and turned in every way possible, make sure the packaging can withstand this.
Always put the correct and full address and post code on the box. Write it on to prevent to the label being torn off. If you don’t list all of the vital information, your package will be undeliverable. Chances are, neither you nor the recipient will ever see it again, unless you turn up a local auction house that just happens to be auctioning off undeliverable parcels.
If you dont accurately complete the paperwork and declarations, your package will be delayed, maybe indefinitely. Remember, it only takes one slip up to get your package kicked off the delivery route.
Eliminate frustration and delay, by doing it the Arrow light Haulage way 
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If it’s vital it gets there, then an express or dedicated courier is the only way to go. They may be more expensive, but if they are as good as us, you won’t be paying fuel surcharges or redelivery charges.
Regards
Kevin Arrow
