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How To Pack LTL Freight

How To Pack LTL Freight

How To Pack LTL Freight

We’ve put together the following steps to help you pack your freight like a professional.

4 Key Steps

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FedEx Employee checking freight manifest
FedEx Employee checking freight manifest

1. Plan It

FedEx Freight shipments may be palletized or nonpalletized, weigh up to 15,000 lbs., and measure up to 15 feet in length*.


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FedEx Freight courier with customer
FedEx Freight courier with customer

2. Prepare It

To ensure safe and efficient shipping across town or across the country, properly organize, stack, label and prepare your freight shipments.


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FedEx Employee checking freight
FedEx Employee checking freight

3. Secure It

To protect your shipment from natural vibration that occurs in transit, use proper cushioning, blocking, bracing, banding, stretch wrapping, and standard wood or plastic pallets.


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FedEx Freight truck on the road
FedEx Freight truck on the road

4. Ship It

Use descriptive labels to help identify special handling needs, and complete the Bill of Lading with an accurate piece count and description to help ensure that your freight arrives on time and intact.


*For shipments that weigh more than 15,000 lbs. (6,803 kg), contact the FedEx Freight Solutions Team.