5 Common Freight Packaging Mistakes and How to Prevent Them
Proper packaging is one of the most important parts of shipping freight safely. Even a small packaging fail or package mistake can lead to damaged products, delayed deliveries, refused pickups, added shipping charges, or freight claims that are reduced or denied. Many of these issues are preventable with the right preparation. In this article, we'll walk through some of the most common freight packaging mistakes, including using the wrong pallet, allowing freight to overhang, failing to secure a load, choosing an undersized crate, and relying on stretch wrap as the only form of protection. Using real-world packaging examples, we'll explain what went wrong, why it creates problems during transit, and how you can package your freight correctly to help ensure it arrives safely.