OfficeMax Packaging Guidelines

Explore OfficeMax Packaging Guidelines for shipping cartons & pallets. Master packing lists, label placement, SKU mixing and PO rules for smooth deliveries.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping cartons?

All shipments must contain a packing list or invoice as well as a Consignment Note, otherwise the delivery will not be accepted. For bulk shipments with wrapped pallets, the packing list(s) must be attached to the pallet in a pouch marked "Packing List Enclosed." If loose cartons are shipped, the packing list(s) must be attached to the cartons in the same manner. The packing slip must contain the P.O. number and match the items supplied, without including more than one PO number per packing slip.

Are there any requirements for packing lists when shipping pallets?

For pallet shipments, the packing list must be attached to the pallet in a pouch marked "Packing List Enclosed." The packing slip must contain the OfficeMax P.O. number, and the details on the slip should match the items supplied.

Can pallets be stacked?

Pallets can be stacked. The requirements for stacking include ensuring that the cartons fit the NZ wooden standard pallet size (990mm X 1200mm) without overhanging the pallet to minimize product damage. Cartons should be stacked on pallets to a maximum height of 1.4m, and the maximum weight per pallet is 1000kgs. An exception may be made if an individual product exceeds 1.4m high or will not fit on an NZ standard pallet.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single pallet?

Multiple Purchase Orders cannot be combined within the same carton. For pallets, each delivery must have its own separate Despatch Advice. A delivery can contain multiple Purchase Orders, but each Purchase Order must have its own Despatch Advice. Ensure that the Despatch Advice references the original Purchase Order number and that you have a confirmed delivery booking with relevant DCs for pallet deliveries.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Yes, SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet. If a pallet contains different SKUs, an SSCC label is required on each carton or each pallet layer. Additionally, each SKU should have its own individual SSCC label for processing ease and efficiency.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

Yes, SKUs can be mixed within a single carton, but all mixed cartons must be labelled as such. Additionally, product marking criteria requires that if products are marked at the carton/pack level, a single GS1-128 label should be placed on the top side or the side of each carton. Carton labels should be visible when stacked on a pallet, if palletised for shipment. Also, the carton must follow packing requirements to ensure safe delivery and appropriate labeling.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

The allowed pallet types for shipping to OfficeMax must fit the NZ wooden standard pallet size (990mm x 1200mm). Smaller pallets are not accepted.

What are the min max weight requirements for shipping pallets?

The maximum weight per pallet is 1000kgs.

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

Carton labels must be placed on one of the longest sides of each carton. The SSCC barcode's right end should be no less than 19 mm from the vertical edge of the carton and no less than 32 mm from the base. For pallets, if product marking is at the pallet level, two GS1-128 labels should be affixed to adjacent sides of the pallet in the upper right corner, approximately 2.5cm from the top. If cartons are palletised for shipment, labels should remain visible. All mixed cartons must be labelled as such.

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

The carton label must be placed on one of the longest sides of each carton. The right-hand end of the SSCC barcode must be no less than 19 mm from the vertical edge of the carton, and the bottom of the SSCC barcode must be no less than 32 mm from the base of the carton, in keeping with GS1 guidelines. SSCC barcoding is required and must be visible on cartons, with the SSCC carton ID correctly provided in the Despatch Advice message. A single GS1-128 label should be placed on the top side or the side of each carton. Carton labels should be visible when stacked on a pallet.

What is the max pallet height allowed when shipping?

The maximum pallet height allowed is 1.4 meters for both Australian and general shipments, as mentioned for different contexts across the documents.