Vail Resorts Packaging Guidelines

Read Vail Resorts Packaging Guidelines FAQ: learn pallet stacking, SKUs & carton labeling best practices, allowed pallets, weights & shipping tips.

Can pallets be stacked?

Yes, pallets can be stacked. They must be stacked and securely wrapped properly to ensure contents are not broken down before delivery and do not shift during transport.

Can purchase orders be mixed within a single carton?

No, multiple purchase orders should not be mixed in the same carton.

Can SKUs be mixed on a single pallet?

Yes, SKUs can be mixed on a single pallet. Similar SKUs must be stacked together and separated by a slip of cardboard. Additionally, all labels must be placed on the bottom right-hand corner of the box visible from the outside of the pallet.

Can SKUs be mixed within a single carton?

Yes, SKUs can be mixed within a single carton, but it is preferred to consolidate the same SKUs if possible. Multiple POs should not be mixed in the same carton.

What are the allowed pallet types for shipping?

The allowed pallet types for shipping are corrugated or solid (code 25) and wood (code 94).

What are the max and min weights for shipping cartons?

The carton weight should not exceed 50 pounds, unless the product itself weighs more than 50 lbs. Any item over 50 lbs. should be marked as "HEAVY". There is no mentioned minimum weight for shipping cartons.

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

For LTL or truck load shipments, the total number of cartons, all PO numbers, and the total number of skids must be listed on the Bill of Lading. If shipping more than one PO number, each carton must have the VALID VRR PO number visible from the outside. All labels must be placed on the bottom right-hand corner of the box visible from the outside of the pallet. Similar SKUs must be stacked together separated by cardboard, and multiple POs must be separated by cardboard as well.

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

Non-EDI Partners must affix a shipping label to each carton containing the Ship From and Ship To addresses, a valid seven-digit VRR purchase order number, and the total number of cartons for each PO number, e.g., "1 of 3". Labels must be placed on the bottom right-hand corner of the box visible from the outside of the pallet. For EDI Partners, the GS1 label is required for each carton. If multiple POs or SKUs are combined on a pallet, they must be separated by a slip of cardboard. All labels must be placed on the bottom right-hand corner of the box visible from the outside of the pallet.

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

For Non-EDI Partners, the shipping label must include Ship From/To addresses, a valid seven-digit VRR purchase order number, and the total number of cartons for each PO. Labels must be placed on the bottom right-hand corner of the carton, visible from the outside of the pallet. For EDI Partners, GS1 labels are required for all cartons on an EDI shipment, and each GS1 label must have a unique SSCC barcode. The label's placement should be on the bottom right-hand corner of the box, visible from the outside of the pallet.