And... I guess to summarize it appears the following may be beneficial:
1. Should triple box - mfrs double box should be wrapped in some cushion material and enclosed in another box without mfrs labels on the outside box.
2. Should strap and tape the straps of the outside box.
3. Should take pics of the contents, packing process, and finished package.
4. Should have UPS or FedEx store inspect the packaging and complete the packaging with the final outside box to obtain their comfort and assurance any claims will be honored.
5. Should insure package for $5000+, to assure package receives special handling by shipping company.
6. Should consider using SBA or BAX for shipping large, heavy, high-value contents - because they use special freight handling to assure no damage in transit... and... they honor their claims.
7. Should consider using a 3rd party, independent shipping insurance company, such as ShipSure to assure claims are paid - Must meet their packaging requirements (most of which are included above).
Think this reflects most of the advice from the experienced shippers.
1. Should triple box - mfrs double box should be wrapped in some cushion material and enclosed in another box without mfrs labels on the outside box.
2. Should strap and tape the straps of the outside box.
3. Should take pics of the contents, packing process, and finished package.
4. Should have UPS or FedEx store inspect the packaging and complete the packaging with the final outside box to obtain their comfort and assurance any claims will be honored.
5. Should insure package for $5000+, to assure package receives special handling by shipping company.
6. Should consider using SBA or BAX for shipping large, heavy, high-value contents - because they use special freight handling to assure no damage in transit... and... they honor their claims.
7. Should consider using a 3rd party, independent shipping insurance company, such as ShipSure to assure claims are paid - Must meet their packaging requirements (most of which are included above).
Think this reflects most of the advice from the experienced shippers.