MEC Mountain Equipment Company Ltd Packaging Guidelines

A packing list must be included with the pallet and placed in a visible location, such as the lead pallet or carton #1. If shipping multiple POs or pallets, all paperwork should be placed in one master envelope that is readily visible and accessible at delivery (e.g., a tail of trailer).

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

A packing list must be included with the pallet in a visible location such as the lead pallet or carton #1. If shipping multiple POs or multiple pallets, all paperwork should be placed into one master envelope that is visible and accessible at the time of delivery, e.g., a tail of the trailer. This is in addition to the ASN sent prior to shipping.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Stacking of pallets is prohibited.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Only one PO per carton is allowed. Mixing POs in a single carton is not acceptable.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Yes, purchase orders can be mixed within a single pallet if they belong to multiple POs containing products of substantially different weights and/or sizes. However, POs must typically be continuous, and residual cartons for the same PO and less than a full pallet may be combined onto a single pallet if grouped and layered together. Non-compliance fees may apply if guidelines are not followed.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

SKUs must be grouped and layered together on the same pallet according to the same PO. If SKUs are from different POs, the rule for grouping them by SKU still applies, but within the constraints of preventing damage during transit and facilitating receiving. Non-Compliance Fees will apply if these rules are not followed.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Yes, SKUs can be mixed within a single carton. However, the SKUs must be clearly separated inside the carton using a divider, and the carton must be clearly labelled to indicate they contain mixed SKUs. The label must clearly identify the carton as a "Mixed Carton" and must list each Vendor Part Number (VPN) that is contained within the carton.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Pallets must be CHEP or PECO block pallets or their equivalent, with 4-way entry and the standard North American size of 48"x40".

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Maximum dimensions are 24" (Length) x 16" (Width) x 15" (Height). Minimum dimensions are 12" (Length) x 10" (Width) x 6" (Height).

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

The maximum allowable weight per carton is 50lbs (23kgs). Minimum weight is not specified.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

A Bill of Lading (BOL) must include detailed shipment information such as MEC Purchase Order number(s), any special instructions like "Fragile" or "Handle with Extra Care", and Dangerous Goods classification and Product Identification Number (if applicable). For international shipments, additional requirements include a Wood Packaging Materials declaration, Free Trade Agreement details, Commercial Custom's Invoice, and Exporter Statement of Origin. The BOL indicates the carrier, destination, and shipment specifications.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Carton labels require two labels placed on the long and short sides of the carton. Labels must be affixed using adhesive tape and can't be covered by any form of opaque tape. Each label must include: Vendor's Name, MEC designated facility Name and address, Product Name, MEC PO Number, UPC/EAN Number, Vendor Style Number or Part Number, indication if it's a "Mixed Carton" if necessary, Case Pack Quantity, Inner Pack Quantity if applicable, Carton Number, and Carton Weight. Hand-written labels are acceptable if legible. There is no specific mention of pallet label requirements other than the need for a packing list to be included with the pallet in a visible location.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Inner Packs should consist of items that are bundled or grouped together, only one SKU per Inner Pack is allowed, and should include a scannable UPC/EAN. Inner Pack quantities should not be changed without MEC's approval. Case Pack quantities and carton sizes must be consistent for the same SKU in subsequent POs, and require MEC's approval for changes. Case Pack quantity in a carton must correspond to MEC's Purchase Order specifications.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

Two labels are required on cartons. They should be placed on the long and short sides. Labels must not be covered by box tape and must be affixed using adhesive tape. Each label must include Vendor's Name, MEC designated facility Name and address, Product Name, MEC PO Number, UPC/EAN Number, Vendor Style Number/VPN, and Case Pack Quantity. If a carton contains mixed units, it must be identified as a "Mixed Carton" with each VPN listed. Inner Pack Quantity must also be listed, and carton number is required (e.g., Carton 1 of 2). The label should include the carton weight. Hand-written labels are allowed if legible. No specific mention of GS1 or UCC18 was found.

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021

The maximum pallet height should not exceed 7 feet (2.13m).

Source: MEC Vendor Manual - Mar 1, 2021