How to Properly Vacuum Seal Products for Shipping?

November 9, 2023

Vacuum sealing is a packaging method to remove air from a package before sealing and shipping the item. It can effectively reduce the package's size, protect the contents, and ensure they remain airtight during shipping. You can use various packaging materials and machines to vacuum seal items for shipping. Here are ways to properly conduct the process.

Gather Your Supplies

Collect and organize all the supplies you need to vacuum seal the items. The supplies you collect should include:

How to Optimize and Reduce Packing & Shipping Costs

September 13, 2023

In today's business sphere, optimizing shipping costs is paramount. Optimizing your shipping costs helps you keep your profit margins high. Moreover, optimizing shipping keeps your business competitive.

There are many ways that you can keep your shipping costs low. PostalAnnex is a trusted shipping company that aims to help you optimize your packing and shipping costs.

How to Ship to a Military Address

July 6, 2023

Shipping to a military address, whether it's an APO (Army Post Office), FPO (Fleet Post Office), or DPO (Diplomatic Post Office) address, requires a slightly different approach compared to shipping to a regular domestic or international address.

Military addresses are a vital link for service members stationed overseas, allowing them to receive packages and mail from their loved ones. Understanding the process and following the correct steps is essential to ensure your package reaches its intended recipient without any issues.

The Benefits of Travel Shipping

March 29, 2023

One of the most frustrating parts of air travel is the process of getting your luggage to your destination. Is there a simpler way to move through an airport and have everything you need waiting at your accommodations when you arrive? Yes! The solution is called travel shipping.

There are many advantages to travel shipping. You can save time, money, and energy at the airport, and minimize your risk of lost or damaged luggage.

How to Ship Fragile Antiques

March 28, 2023

If you are looking to ship antiques either domestically and/or internationally, PostalAnnex can assist you. It is important to consider the logistics of relocating valuable items, as they could potentially be damaged in transit if not properly packed.

Tips on How to Ship Antiques

Below is an overview of the best packing materials to use when shipping fragile items, how to pack them and ultimately, how to ship them. We’ve also provided some recommendations for shipping antiques.

A Guide to Shipping Coverage

March 9, 2023

Any business that ships products directly to consumers or other companies must protect themselves from liability by obtaining shipping insurance. This following information explains what shipping coverage is, its benefits, and how much businesses can expect to pay for a shipping insurance package.

How to Ship Frozen Food

January 11, 2023

Shipping frozen food requires proper refrigeration and insulation to ensure your products arrive fresh. Proper packaging protects fresh food like fish or cheese from extreme temperatures and humidity. It also ensures temperatures are cool inside the packaging to avoid spoilage  in transit, saving time and money. 

Here's how to correctly package frozen food for shipping:

Understanding Economy Shipping: Everything You Need to Know

November 17, 2022

If you're looking for a more affordable shipping option than standard or expedited, the economy shipping option may be the right choice for you. This option typically takes longer than the standard or expedited options, but is much more affordable. Before choosing this option for your shipping needs, however, it's important to understand the details of economy shipping.

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