Drums and percussion
Packing shells, hardware, cymbals and components with very different shapes, weights and contact points.
Drum shells and hardware behave very differently: shells are large and relatively delicate, while stands and pedals can be compact but very heavy.
Do not leave rods, clamps, pedals or keys loose inside a shell. Protect contact surfaces and immobilise each group so it cannot slide.
If nesting shells, create continuous separation between surfaces and make sure hoops and hardware cannot contact each other.
When shipping cymbals, separate the surfaces to prevent rubbing and protect the centre hole from hard contact.
Use a container that resists easy bending and keep the edge away from the outer walls. If several cymbals travel together, secure the group without excessive clamping force.
Heavy metal accessories should be packed separately so they cannot become loose masses next to the cymbals.