Transporting Fragile Items: Techniques Professionals Use
Reducing breakages requires precise packing layers, knowledge of fragility points and careful handling routines.
Packing layers
- Inner layer: acid-free tissue or foam against surfaces.
- Middle layer: cushioning such as bubble or quilted wrap.
- Outer layer: rigid box or crate with internal braces to prevent movement.
Handling & stacking
- Never stack fragile boxes beneath heavy boxes; always store upright as marked.
- Use edge protectors and ensure vertical load straps do not press directly on fragile items.
Case studies
For glassware sets, wrap items individually, pack vertically with separators and fill voids with soft packing. For ceramics, double-wrap and use small boxes inside a larger crate.