Overview
Delivery quality depends on more than production completion. Parts must be cleaned where required, protected from damage, labeled if needed, packed for the shipment method, and sent to the correct destination with realistic transit expectations.
Packaging needs
| Part type | Packaging concern | What to state |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic parts | Scratches, rub marks, finish damage | Visible surfaces, wrapping, separation, and handling notes. |
| Thin sheet metal | Bending or edge damage | Flat support, corner protection, and stacking limits. |
| Machined precision parts | Threads, sealing faces, critical edges | Protective caps, separators, oiling, or keep-clean notes. |
| Printed parts | Warping, brittle details, surface scuffs | Supportive packing and orientation sensitivity. |
| Assemblies | Movement, hardware loss, mixed components | Labeling, bagging, and assembly state. |
Delivery factors
- Destination, carrier options, package size, package weight, customs, and remote delivery areas.
- Part fragility, finish sensitivity, moisture sensitivity, and packaging instructions.
- Whether the shipment contains one part, multiple part numbers, assemblies, or staged deliveries.
- Whether documentation, labels, certificates, or order references must ship with the parts.
Before shipment
- 1Production complete
The supplier completes manufacturing and any finishing operations.
- 2Inspection complete
Required checks and documentation are completed according to order scope.
- 3Parts packed
Packaging follows standard handling or special notes included in the order.
- 4Shipment created
Tracking is generated when carrier handoff is ready.
Reduce delivery risk
- Tell Uretyco if a surface is cosmetic or fragile.
- State if parts must be individually packed, labeled, bagged, or kept in sets.
- Provide correct address, contact, tax, customs, and receiving instructions.
- Avoid last-minute address changes after shipment preparation begins.
FAQ
- Can I request special packaging? Yes, if included before production or shipment planning.
- Can orders ship in batches? It may be possible depending on order scope and supplier routing.
- Does lead time include transit? The displayed schedule should be reviewed carefully because production and transit can be separate.
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