UN testing criteria for drop tests state that "where more then one orientation is possible for a given drop test, the orientation most likely to result in failure of the packaging must be used." As with all performance oriented tests, it is the responsibility of the manufacturer to establish the orientation believed to be weakest. [...] Read Full Story
New Cargo Rules for Passenger Carrying Aircraft are being implemented as a result of the terrorist incidents that occurred last month. Shippers using freight forwarders that move freight on passenger carrying aircraft or that deal directly with these airlines will be subject to new security requirements. Some of the new procedures include; carriers (passenger) subject [...] Read Full Story
The definition of a "known shipper" is a person or entity for which a carrier or indirect carrier has reliable information indicating; 1) a customer record that contains the shipper‘s name/phone number, and established/verifiable business payment or credit history. 2) Either an established shipping contract executed at least seven days prior to the shipment which [...] Read Full Story