COMMON PACKAGING TERMS AND JARGON

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COMMON PACKAGING TERMS AND JARGON 
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• Have you ever been left perplexed by packaging
  guidelines when sending off your business
  parcels?
• With this jargon-busting glossary, you could
  become an expert in packaging terms and business
  jargon in no time! So, if you dont know the
  difference between the definition of a packet and
  a parcel, then read on Weve listed some of the
  common packaging terms used in the business
  delivery industry that youre likely to come
  across as a new business.

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• Banding
• Also known as bundling or strapping. It is the
  process of applying a strap to an item (or items)
  to combine, stabilise, fasten or reinforce it.
  This is largely used when attaching items to a
  pallet or skid.
• Consignment
• An alternative term that refers to a batch of
  goods that are intended to be delivered to
  someone.

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• Dangerous Goods
• These are goods that are harmful to either to
  people, animals or the environment. They might
  also be flammable or pose a danger when
  transported by vehicle or aircraft. This could
  include everyday items like perfumes and paints
  which can be flammable. The delivery of these
  dangerous goods is strictly regulated by the
  government.
• Delivery Note
• A document that accompanies packages, explaining
  what the contents are. If certain items were
  ordered but arent enclosed for any reason (for
  example, if they are out of stock) then this
  would be detailed on the delivery note.

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• Dimensions
• Boxes and packages are given in length x width x
  height format when measured. This usually gives
  an indication of how much the package would cost
  to send.
•  Dimensional Weight
• Sometimes known as volumetric weight. The cost of
  sending larger packages are often calculated by
  their dimensional weight this is an estimated
  weight thats calculated from the length, width
  and height of the package

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• Off-the-shelf Packaging
• Packaging that can be purchased as standard it
  is not custom-made or bespoke for an individual
  item.
• Packet
• A packet is generally bigger than a letter but
  smaller than a parcel and often does not require
  a courier to send. The term package can refer
  to either of these.
• Pallets
• Also known as a skid, a pallet is a flat (often
  wooden) structure that safely supports goods that
  are being lifted by a forklift or a jack.

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• Postage
• This refers to sending letters and light parcels
  by post. These are usually delivered by postal
  operators rather than couriers, which means that
  there arent any tracking options and longer
  transit times.
• Restricted Items
• Before shipping your items, check that theyre
  not restricted for import or export if they are
  then theyll require a government permit before
  they can be shipped.
• Shrink Wrapping
• This type of packaging involves enclosing the
  package in a transparent plastic film that
  shrinks tightly to it when heat is applied. Its
  largely used for securing boxes, wrapping entire
  pallet loads to keep them secure and protected
  from the weather, as well as adding
  tamper-evident seals (e.g. so that magazines
  cannot be opened before purchase).

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• Size and Weight Restrictions
• Most packages are charged for their delivery
  based on their size and weight.  
• Surcharges
• If you fail to label or weigh your package
  correctly, especially when sending your items
  abroad, you may have to pay some extra costs,
  known as surcharges.
• Tracking Number
• A unique ID number that allows you to track a
  parcel throughout its journey until it has been
  successfully delivered.
• Volumetric Weight
• See Dimensional Weight.

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