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Loading Tips
Lifting - Consider using a dolly or two when moving heavy items. Appliance dollies
and 4-wheel dollies can greatly reduce the strain on your back. When picking up
boxes and furniture, remember to lift with your legs and not your back. Don't hesitate
to ask for help on heavier items. The idea is to have everything reach the
destination in good condition, including you and or your fellow moving partners.
Carton Capacity - We have found that the following box sizes are safe for the indicated
capacities listed below:
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Box Size
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Weight Capacity
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Ideal Items
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1.5 Cu. Ft.
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50 70 lbs.
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(books, records, cd's)
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3.0 Cu. Ft.
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35 50 lbs.
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(linens, clothing, etc.)
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4.5 Cu. Ft.
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10 25 lbs.
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(pillows, games)
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5.2 Cu. Ft.
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75 100 lbs.
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(breakables, dishes, lamps) dishpacks
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6.0 Cu. Ft.
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10 15 lbs.
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(pillows, comforters, etc.)
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Loading Your Truck
When loading your truck or trailer your primary goals are to maximize your space
and minimize shifting within the vehicle while in transit. Plan on building a series
of walls and tiers within your truck or trailer. As you build inside, keep the following
in mind:
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Heavy Items belong on the bottom of each tier, while light items or fragile boxes
belong on the top.
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Load furniture in the beginning of the loading process, and place tables and sofas
on end instead of upright.
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Fill all spaces in each tier with smaller items such as boxes, toys and chairs.
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Use Padding: Be generous when padding fragile items. Remember, do not use tape on
finished surfaces because you can ruin the finish.
Items Prohibited from Loading
Aerosol Cans
Ammunition
Cleaning Supplies
Gasoline
Oil
Insecticides
Bleach
Live Plants
Loaded Firearms
Matches/Candles
Paint Thinners/Solvents
Perishable Goods
Propane Tanks
Pets
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