Alpine Shop Packaging Guidelines

Alpine Shop Packaging Guidelines: Follow mandatory packing slips, strict PO mixing rules, and precise labeling for cartons and pallets to ensure smooth shipping.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

A packing slip is mandatory and must be placed in the lead box, which should be clearly labeled as containing the packing list. The packing slip must contain the following information: vendor name, address, and phone number; Alpine Shop PO # (or assigned SMC PO#); and ship date.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

A packing slip is mandatory and must be placed in the lead box. The box containing the packing list must be clearly labeled. The packing slip must contain: 1. Vendor Name, address, and phone number. 2. Alpine Shop PO # (or assigned SMC PO#). 3. Ship date.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

Purchase orders cannot be mixed within a single carton.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Do not mix POs on a single packing or pack multiple orders in one box.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

The guidelines do not mention any specific requirements or prohibitions against mixing SKUs within a single carton.

What are the requirements for Bills of Lading when it comes to pallet (freight) or carton (parcel) shipments?

For LTL shipments (including boat deliveries), each Bill of Lading must contain the following:
1. Shipper (From) and Consignee (To)
2. Total number of cartons
3. Total number of pallets
4. Total weight in pounds
5. Freight Class
6. NMFC Item Number
7. Exact dimensions (length, width, height) in inches of each pallet
8. Alpine Shop PO number and number of cartons associated with each PO

The total number of cartons tendered to the carrier must match the number noted on the Bill of Lading. Do not display shipment value on the Bill of Lading.

For labeling cartons, each carton must be labeled with:
- Vendor Name and Address
- Alpine Shop PO number (or assigned SMC PO#)
- Carton Count (e.g., 1 of 2, 2 of 2, etc.)

What are the requirements for carton or pallet labels and their placement?

Each carton must be labeled with the vendor name and address, Alpine Shop PO # (or assigned SMC PO#), and carton count (e.g., 1 of 2, 2 of 2, etc.).

What are the requirements for placing labels on cartons being shipped?

Please label each carton with the following information:
- Vendor Name and Address
- Alpine Shop PO # (or assigned SMC PO#)
- Carton Count (1 of 2, 2 of 2, etc)