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    Aluminum Profiles

    Aluminum Profiles

    Aluminum Profiles Freight

    About this Product

    Aluminum profiles should be shipped in palletized or stacked configurations to maximize space and ensure safe handling. Use protective film or pallet wrap to prevent surface scratches during transit. Proper stacking with adequate height clearance (12 feet) is critical for efficient storage.

    Product Specifications

    • Material: Aluminum alloy
    • Size Options: Varied lengths and shapes
    • Load Capacity: Varies by application
    • Coating: TBD
    • Applications: Manufacturing, construction, and industrial uses
    • NMFC Code: 106720 (suggested)
    • Freight Class: Varies based on dimensions and weight

    Note: All specifications listed are suggested values.

    Why UNIS?

    Aluminum profiles, with their varied lengths and shapes, are well-suited for UNIS’s flexible storage solutions. Palletized or stacked shipments benefit from UNIS’s modular systems, ensuring secure handling and efficient space utilization during transit.

    Shipping Methods & Advantages

    LTL freight

    Best for 1-3 units or smaller batches that do not require a full truck.

    FTL freight

    Ideal for 5+ units or bulk shipments headed to large retail warehouses.

    Air freight

    Fastest option for urgent deliveries or time-sensitive placements.

    Reefer freight

    Recommended when the shipment includes temperature-sensitive contents.

    Reliable Transport

    Dependable freight services tailored to your shipment profile.

    Nationwide Network

    Coast-to-coast coverage with scalable routing options.

    Timely Deliveries

    Execution built around transit consistency and delivery windows.

    Quality & Security

    Careful handling with visibility, compliance, and shipment protection.

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    Handling & Compliance

    HTS Official Website

    For classification details on hollow profiles (HTS 7604.21.00), visit the official HTS database. Link:

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    UNIS HTS Codes

    Explore HTS codes for aluminum profiles, including hollow profiles (HTS 7604.21.00). Link:

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    Dimensions & Weight (Packaged)

    Minimum storage space: 15ft x 13.3ft with 12ft height clearance. Ensure dry, well-ventilated conditions to prevent corrosion. Link:

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    Handling Requirements

    Use pallet racking systems for vertical stacking. Maintain 8ft aisles for forklift access and 12ft loading dock widths. Protect surfaces with film or foam padding to prevent scratches. Link:

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    Packaging Specs

    Secure profiles with metal-strapped bundles (NMFC 106720) and use protective film. Clearly mark fragile edges. Link:

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    Accessorials

    Ensure level floors and weight-bearing capacity for stacked pallets. Maintain clear aisles and loading dock access for efficient operations. Link:

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    Cost Drivers

    Storage costs depend on space requirements (minimum 200 sq ft) and handling complexity. Optimize costs with modular shelving and efficient stacking. Link:

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