Tyres and wheels should be prepared as stable handling units with no loose items that can roll or separate during transport. State whether the shipment contains bare tyres, rims or complete wheel assemblies, because their protection and handling needs differ.
Protect the product and the load
Secure the units to an appropriate base or inside suitable packaging. Keep the finished load within the base footprint where possible. Use a packing method that maintains stability without distorting or damaging the products.
Finished rims need protection against scratches and impact. Keep metal surfaces from contacting each other and protect vulnerable edges. A layer of stretch film does not provide the same protection as a properly designed divider or rigid outer package.
Count and label clearly
Record the number of tyres or wheels in each handling unit and use matching package identifiers on the packing list. If several sizes or product codes are mixed, make receiving and stock reconciliation possible without unpacking an unidentified load.
Confirm size and handling
Measure the largest outer dimensions after packing and give the gross weight. Tall or irregular stacks may be unsuitable for stacking other freight above them; provide the actual restriction.
State the loading facilities, delivery hours and any trade-counter or workshop access limitation. Used, damaged or waste-designated products may require a different acceptance assessment, so describe their condition accurately.
See pallet preparation, stackability and automotive parts.