shipping boxes for heavy electronics

Uhaul has moving boxes that are sturdy 2 ply corrugated, and if you double box, with sturdy styrofoam sheets (you can get at home depot) you may be able to fabricate a package. I would NOT ship a 90 lb amp this way unless I could find 2 double ply boxes that could nest inside each oter with a minimum of 2" hi density styrofoam around it, and use a lot of sturdy packing tape to seal it all up. I may also be inclined to insert some 1/4" plywood sheets on at least 2 opposing sides to give the corners more stiffness.

A wood crate is the way to go .With the styrofoam insulation at home depot .sold in 4x8 sheets.Most delivery services are not going to try and lift something that heavy . They would use dollys or something to aid in lifting heavy weights .

Elizazbeth is correct. Multiple boxes, plenty of thick foam. I just shipped out my old Carys with the original packing, which included very thick foam, and 3 (yes 3!) strong thick cardboard boxes. However, I have heard that FedEX an UPS can refuse to pay claims if the original packing is not used, or if you don't let them do the packing. So Maplegroves suggestion about using a wood crate or pallet is also a very good suggestion.

As noted above, you should see if you can buy a box from Parasound.

Another option is to contact a packing company like the Box Stop. You should ask the Box Stop (or other similar company in your area) for their opinion on the best way to pack and ship your unit. This will ensure your amplifier gets packed correctly. For example, see http://boxstop.biz/

I have used them several times and they are very good. Most likely, they will use a double box, include bubble wrap and/or foam, as needed, to protect your amplifier. The use of a professional packing company will help ensure your amplifier get delivered safely. The cost for this professional packing is reasonable and is recommended because of units weight.

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Buy the box from Parasound. Whatever they charge will be worth it.

Liz's instructions are spot-on. Follow her instructions and you'll have a bomb-proof box. I've done it the same way dozens of times and I've never had an issue or a damaged item.

Professional packers are good, but very expensive compared to doing it Liz's way yourself.
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