Cardboard Boxes: A Review of Pack & Send

This article provides a review of the different options provided by Pack & Send for cardboard boxes.
Finding cardboard boxes for shipping is just the first step when preparing to send an item locally or internationally. Proper sealing of the box will ensure your precious items remain safely inside while in transit and the right selection and application of tapes will make all the difference. This article is a review of Pack & Send, and provides valuable tips for finding the best cardboard boxes for your needs.

Pack & Send are your one-stop shop for all your storage, packing supplies and shipping requirements. Visit the Pack & Send Website to browse their selection of boxes, or for an online quote.

No limits philosophy
Pack & Send is the go-to place for shipping for many reasons. This company has an unsurpassed customer service philosophy and offers more boxes and packaging supplies than just about any other company in Australia. Pack & Send provides online shopping as well which combines the convenience of buying boxes online and the personal service of having your boxes delivered direct to your door from any of their 100 friendly stores. Their "No Limits" philosophy means that they will ship any item anywhere and they will do it for the best price possible.

Choosing the right tape
The first step in properly sealing moving boxes is choosing the right tape for the job. Pack & Send recommends either pressure-sensitive plastic or nylon-reinforced tape on your cardboard box for a couple of reasons. First, these tapes are the easiest and most convenient to use for your shipping needs. Pack & Send’s range of tapes have a strong adhesive that bonds to a broad range of surfaces and shapes. You can find a selection of heavy duty polypropylene backed tapes with synthetic rubber adhesive. through Pack & Send's website or at one of their retail stores.

Application of tape
Whether you are sealing large cardboard boxes or something a bit smaller, the way that you apply the tape will make a difference. Pack & Send suggests applying three strips to the top and bottom of your packing boxes to keep the cardboard packaging intact during transit. Avoid using masking tape, cellophane tape or string. These types of tape do not fall within postal guidelines and will not remain secure during shipping. String can cut through small cardboard boxes and damage the box and the contents within.

Customs inspections
When boxes are shipped both domestically and internationally it is possible that they will be opened by customs agents for inspection. This occurs while in transit and you will not know when it happens. Rest assured that customs agents are responsible for resealing packages using the highest possible standards. This means your shipment from Australia will arrive intact even if it is subject to inspection while en route.

Pack & Send provides all of the packaging supplies you need to send all kinds of items safely and securely. The company also provides professional packing services so you can have them pack and seal cardboard boxes for you.

Contact Pack & Send for a free quote online
Visit the Pack & Send website for a free online quote, to purchase from their selection of cardboard boxes, or to find one of their conveniently located retail outlets around Australia.

By Jonathan Hedgewood
Published: 6/23/2009
 
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