Shipping materials refer to the hardware and auxiliary materials commonly used for packaging and shipping. Here are just some examples for reference. Shipping materials require a certain amount of cost, and merchants generally need to purchase and use them at their own expense. In addition, some logistics service providers provide free logistics delivery and printing services. If merchants need to use them, they can confirm with their own logistics service providers.
1. Printer
Laser printer/inkjet printer: Use A4 paper. A4 paper printers are generally relatively expensive. Merchants can consider buying second-hand or modified ones, or renting high-speed printers.
Thermal label printer: Use 10cm×10cm label paper. This is a printer specially used for printing thermal labels. Compared with A4 paper printers, it has a higher cost-effectiveness.
2. Printing paper
A4 printing paper: It is recommended to use standard 80gA4 printing paper, which is thick enough and will not get stuck easily, and the printed text is stable and clear enough.
Self-adhesive label paper: 10cm×10cm. It is recommended to use “three-proof” label printing paper that is oil-proof, waterproof, and alcohol-proof.
The common standard logistics face sheet size is 10cm×10cm, which needs to be matched with a standard 10cm×10cm thermal label printer.
3. Packaging accessories
Packaging bags: also known as express bags, commonly made of paper and plastic, suitable for ordinary products. Packaging bags generally have a variety of specifications, and merchants can choose the appropriate ones according to their product specifications. Generally, good quality should be selected, otherwise it is easy to cause damage.
Packaging boxes: also known as express cartons and airplane boxes, with different hardness and thickness, which vary depending on the price. Generally, choose those with sufficient hardness and light weight to use, and fragile items need to be used with bubble film.
Bubble film: a light-textured, highly transparent plastic packaging material that plays a role in buffering and protecting products. It is often used with packaging bags and packaging boxes. Common widths: 20cm, 30cm, 40cm, 50cm, 60cm, 80cm.
Other accessories: transparent glue, sealing glue, woven bags, scissors, etc. Different products have different packaging accessories. Merchants can choose appropriate packaging accessories according to their products.
4. Statistical tools
Electronic scale: also known as express scale, used to calculate weight. When choosing an electronic scale, pay attention to the weight range: 0~500g, 0~10kg, 0~30kg, 0~50kg, 0~100kg. The smaller the weight range, the higher the accuracy. For small items that need to be accurately counted to 1g, it is recommended to use a high-precision electronic scale. In addition, some electronic scales that can be used with the ERP system have functions such as pricing, calculation, weight, and wireless data transmission. Merchants with conditions can consider multi-functional electronic scales.
Barcode scanner: Scan the logistics bill tracking number when shipping and automatically transmit it to the computer or ERP system to facilitate shipping confirmation and quantity statistics. Barcode scanners are generally available in two types: wireless and wired. Wireless barcode scanners are flexible to use, have a wide range, and are not limited by the length of the wire.