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Air Transport for International Shipping

Overview

Air freight is a crucial component of our logistics strategy, providing a swift and efficient means of delivering our doors to destinations across the globe. This mode of transportation is characterized by speed, which is particularly beneficial for time-sensitive shipments and deliveries to distant locations.

Key Considerations and Practices

Wooden Crates According to HPE

Similar to other modes of transport, the use of wooden crates follows HPE guidelines to:

  • Provide high-level protection
  • Shield from potential damage
  • Handle rapid movements
  • Ensure air transport compliance

Optimized Packaging

Doors are carefully packaged to:

  • Minimize weight while maintaining integrity
  • Comply with airfreight regulations
  • Ensure cost-effective transportation
  • Maximize space utilization

Customs Compliance

Airfreight often involves crossing international borders, requiring:

  • Strict adherence to customs regulations
  • Accurate documentation
  • Timely clearance procedures
  • Compliance with aviation regulations

Specialized Handling

Air transport demands specialized handling procedures:

  • Secure packaging requirements
  • Temperature and pressure considerations
  • Time-sensitive handling
  • Specialized loading/unloading

Quality Assurance

Our air transport process includes:

  • Pre-flight inspections
  • Weight and balance verification
  • Documentation checks
  • Real-time tracking

Documentation and Compliance

We maintain comprehensive documentation for:

  • Air waybill preparation
  • Customs declarations
  • Insurance coverage
  • Security screening

For more information about our shipping processes, please refer to ourPackaging Overview andHPE Standards pages.