shipping frags for newbies

Heres some info for you guys

this is what I do, And ive posted many

Again like reef-keeping theirs many ways of doing it

Ok things I use

Cardboard Tubes
Plastic container
Various packing tape
scissors
Bubble wrap
cling film
kichen foil for insulation.
heat pack if needed


containers and packing tubes can be bought from The auction site.



the tubes measure 5 inch wide



and the Pots 4 inch , so plenty of room for packing materials



I then cut the tubes down to 5 inches, again giving room for packing materials



Like so..I then make some ends from cardboard,(When you buy the tubes they do come with plastic end caps,which are just the job, but soon deplete the more you cut the tubes down )



Tape up the Tube, and secure the bottom on first



I then cut out, the bubble wrap, to fit inside the tube's for top and bottom




fill the pot with your tank water, and place into pot , (dummy frag shown)

also you want to secure your frags into the pot, this can be done, with superglue gel, elastic bands or padding,

subject of course to what your sending,

if you use the superglue gel, just a small drop that can be twisted off by the recipient



this case I'm using padding as this particular coral is rock hardy



some cling film over the top, then screw the lid on gives a nice seal,PDF tape can also be used



cut of the access, and tape up lid,




Cut strips of bubble wrap, to wrap round until you get a snug fit






place the padding on top with heat pack,if required





put on the top






Just ready for the address

 

Thanks for the info. Do you ship to Virginia?;D

 

good job! good thread too! karma to ya!