Bosch | Supplier Logistics Manual, Release. 3.0 |
3.1.2 Premium Freight
Premium freight is usually organized by SUPPLIER. SUPPLIER shall agree with the receiving BOSCH plant on the carriers to be used.
The costs of premium freight shall be borne by the responsible PARTY. Where BOSCH bears the cost, a prior written declaration of acceptance is required from the responsible BOSCH plant or 3PL provider in charge.
3.1.3 Combining of Shipping Units
In case of GSP processing all shipping units must be handed over in a logistically optimized form to the carrier (freight forwarders, parcel services).
Where possible, multiple smaller units should be combined to form one larger unit, taking account of the generally recognized dimensional and weight limits.
3.1.4 Parcels (GSP processing)
Packing items weighing up to a maximum of 31.5 kg and within the maximum outer dimension limits of the parcel services are generally dispatched by the specified parcel services.
10 single packaging items or more per working day per BOSCH unloading point are to be combined to form one logistically efficient shipping unit and shipped by the specified freight forwarders.
3.1.5Pallets, box pallets and large containers
Shipping units shall contain only one single type of load carrier as a matter of principle.
3.1.6Maximum weight of packing units
Regional/ local regulations concerning maximum weight for single packing units has to be considered.
3.2Delivery specifications
The basic outer dimensions of pallets must be maintained. Protrusions and overhangs must be avoided.
All shipping units must be packed by SUPPLIER in a manner which is safe for transportation and protected from unauthorised access.
The pack items should be packed in
Packing items are combined to form a safe unit on the shipping unit, and safeguarded against slippage in transit.
At least the top layer must be covered.
Robert Bosch GmbH, CP/LOG, 07.05.2007 | Page 22(35) |