Avoid Damage -
Pack each component so they will not touch each other. Metal components can put small nicks in each other if they are allowed to contact each other. Here are some options:
1 Wrap in paper and pack tight - to prevent motion when the package is handled or dropped by the shipper.

2 Wrap components in bubble wrap or mesh plastic.

3 Place in hard containers made of corrugated cardboard, plastic, or wood. Use lids that may be repeatedly secured.

Avoid Loss -
50 Lb - Practical weiizht limit weight of each package to minimize chance of damage 30 Lb - Use triple waTI corrugated containers if package weighs more than this.

Oxidation -
If components can oxidize, they need to be protected from the atmosphere. Light oil works best. Let us know if another protectant is used and the best way to remove it. Use moderate amounts of oil; excessive oil can leak through paper and cardboard packaging, weakening the exterior cardboard box and increasing the chance for the box to break open and spill contents.

Chemically treated paper works well to protect steel components shipped dry. One vendor is Daubert VCI, Inc. (www.daubertvci.com, 800-535-3535).