How to ship a book: tips on ideal packaging

There are two types of readers: those who like to leaf through books and love the unmistakable smell of printed paper, and those who prefer the advantages of ebooks such as convenience and ease of transport.

But one thing is certain, today both will be able to take advantage of the many offers from publishers on World Book Day!

It is especially on days like this, thanks also to the strong growth of the ecommerce phenomenon, that it is important to remember the importance of packing books, ereaders and electronic media correctly.

For example, did you know that a large book should not be sent in an unprotected envelope and that receiving customised packaging helps to build customer loyalty?

Don’t miss all our tips:

How to pack a book?

It is important to choose specific packaging that provides adequate protection for your books, tablets, CDs or DVDs.
Cardboard boxes and cases are designed to protect books from shocks, especially in the most vulnerable places such as corners.

Packing a book safely

Packaging for shipping books

You can use either a special case for books or a extra-flat boxbox; both protect against blows: the boxes have protruding edges, while the extra-flat boxes have reinforced edges.

The cases are height-adjustable and can be adjusted according to the size of the books.
In this way you can use the same type of packaging for different shipments.

The extra-flat box, on the other hand, has an elegant design and is also available in white!

Both take up little space, are delivered flat and are very easy to assemble.

Protection for electronic items

Even for alternative readers who prefer to read from tablets, laptops, smartphones or ereaders, there is the perfect packaging: boxes and cases with integrated protection. These are specially designed to immobilise and protect electronic products.

The foam-filled box is ideal for very fragile products and is available with two different closures: with sheathing or with an interlocking tab. This box guarantees total security and super-reliable protection.

The Korrvu boxes with integrated protection immobilise the product thanks to a 60 micron anti-static polyurethane film. Their strong point? A perfect presentation.

Pack a book economically

The hardboard envelopes are ideal for books, not only because they are sturdy and protect against knocks, but also because they do not bend.

The padded envelopes with bubble film are an interesting option for small, strong books. They are not suitable for hardcover books because they could damage the envelope and complicate shipping.

Storing books or shipping large quantities of books

Boxes for books or documents are strong and secure. Thanks to the variety of formats you have at your disposal, you can guarantee perfect shipping whatever size you need (A3, A4, A5, A6 and A7). Furthermore, if you want to opt for a practical and space-saving solution, variable height boxes are perfect for you: by choosing them you also optimise your box stock. Need to add or remove a product? You don’t have to change the box, just adjust it!

Packaging for papers, photographs, calendars …

If you ship roll-up products, cardboard shipping tubes are the best solution for you: they are strong, stable and easy to store. It is the perfect packaging for sheets, posters and projects.

How to close the packaging effectively?

Some of our packaging requires a tape closure such as the cross box, the Variabox box or the box with integrated protection. Choose your tape carefully and find the ideal tape for your package:

• A 28 micron PVC or polypropylene tape, paper tape or its ecological alternative: gummed paper, completely inviolable, powerful and resistant.

You can also choose to use strapping to close your parcels.

And remember, by labelling your shipment correctly you will reduce the chances of your package being lost or not being handled carefully.

How to send a book by courier?

It is important to make sure that your box or tube respects these measurements:

• Length + width + height = 200 cm maximum
• Maximum length = 120 cm
• Maximum weight = 30 kg

The price of shipping depends on the size and weight of the package, the courier will tell you.

Remember

Use quality packaging: choosing poor quality protection or packaging, or packaging that is unsuitable for transport, can affect the shipment, leading to additional charges in refunds or returns due to damage.

If you have any doubts, we have a team of experts who can advise you. Call us on 848 815 815, or go to www.rajapack.it.