Introduction to Distribution Packaging
Course Description
This course teaches the factors that are important to successfully move a product to its end destination with minimal damage. We will review pallets and treatments, LTL, FTL, parcel and non/returnable container systems. We’ll discuss vibration, shock and compressive forces—breaking them down so you understand how to design to accommodate these inevitable issues through various substrates and cushioning over road, air, rail, and sea.
Course Curriculum
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1
Distribution Overview
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Navigation Tutorial
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Distribution Packaging Workbook
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Introduction to Distribution
FREE PREVIEW -
Defining Transport Packaging
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Developing Distribution Systems
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Let's Get to Know Each Other - Introduce Yourself!
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Glossary
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2
Distribution Modes
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Introduction to Distribution Modes
FREE PREVIEW -
Carrier Considerations
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Carrier Rules & Regulations
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Road Transportation
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Rail Transportation
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Air Transportation
FREE PREVIEW -
Sea Transportation
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Knowledge Check: Distribution Modes
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3
Hazards and Testing
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Introduction to Hazards and Testing
FREE PREVIEW -
Distribution Hazards
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Atmospheric Pre-Conditioning
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Demo | Atmospheric Pre-Conditioning
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Drop Testing
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Demo | Drop Test
FREE PREVIEW -
Tilt Testing
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Demo | Tilt Testing
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Horizontal Shock Testing
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Demo | Horizontal Shock Testing
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Vibration Testing
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Demo | Vibration Testing
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Shock Testing
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Demo | Shock Testing
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Compression Factors
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Compression Testing
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Knowledge Check: Hazards & Testing
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4
Performance Design
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Introduction to Performance Design
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Testing Overview Introduction
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Testing Overview
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Product Fragility
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Cushioning Systems
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Dunnage Options
FREE PREVIEW -
Corrosion Mitigation
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Knowledge Check: Performance Design
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5
Packaging Systems
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Introduction to Packaging Systems
FREE PREVIEW -
Wood Containers
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Pallets
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Pallet Type Comparison Guide
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Corrugated Containers
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Returnables
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Other Systems
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Unitization
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Information Design for Distribution
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UN Markings
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Knowledge Check: Packaging Systems
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6
Packaging Kitting
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Introduction to Kitting
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Packaging Kitting
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Kitting Case Study
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Let the Experts Talk
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Knowledge Check: Packaging Kitting
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7
Bonus Content
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Drones, Robots, and Delivery Services, OH MY!
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Tactical Approaches to Freight Cost Optimization Webinar
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8
Wrap Up
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Distribution - That's a Wrap!
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Exam Instructions
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Final Exam
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Survey
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About the Instructor
Dr. Andrew Hurley
Founder and Associate Professor
Packaging and entrepreneurship came together at an early age for Dr. Andrew Hurley. As a young boy, he molded and sold pewter figurines, but inadequate shipping materials led to breakage. Frustrated, he set to researching better packaging alternatives … and he hasn’t ever stopped.
Dr. Hurley is an Associate Professor at Clemson University in the Department of Food, Nutrition, and Packaging Sciences. He leads the packaging design emphasis area, where he researches how to leverage packaging to solve even the toughest supply chain challenges.