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NMFC 160000 - Pole & Transmission Line Material | Class N/A

Find pole and transmission line construction material in NMFC 160000. Covers long poles, crossarms, and hardware, bundled or crated for LTL. Non-hazardous.

Freight Group ID
160000
NMFC 160000 utility pole materials index
Total Articles
17
NMFC articles in this group
Class Range
50-85
Class not assigned; depends on carrier rules
Category
HARDWARE AND CONSTRUCTION
Parent category

NMFC Articles in this Group

NMFC 160005 - Aluminum Cross Arms, Banded | Class 70

Find aluminum cross-arm insulator supports in NMFC 160005. Banded to pallets with two or more metal straps, Class 70. Clear rating for LTL, non-hazardous.

NMFC 160010 - Steel Half-Pipe Pole Braces | Class 50

Classify steel half-pipe braces for wooden poles in NMFC 160010. Covers lengthwise half-sections with 1/4 in min wall at Class 50. Non-hazardous for shipping.

NMFC 160030 - Wooden Cross-Arm Bushings | Class 70

Classify wooden cross-arm bushings under NMFC 160030. Covers loads packed in boxes or crates for pole and line use at Class 70. Non-hazardous for easy quoting.

NMFC 160050 - Zinc Cable Hangers & Shields | Class 85

Find NMFC 160050 for cable hangers and shields. Zinc or zinc-and-steel units ship in boxes at Class 85. Fast classification and easy quoting, non-hazardous.

NMFC 160060: Aluminum Insulator Caps/Pins | Class 70

Classify aluminum insulator caps or pins under NMFC 160060. Packaged pieces ship at Class 70 for pole or transmission line projects. Non-hazardous goods.

NMFC 160070 - Wooden Cross Arm Braces | Class 50

Look up cross arm braces in NMFC 160070. Wooden braces with attached metal parts up to 5% ship at Class 50 by weight. Easy quoting and non-hazardous shipping.

NMFC 160100 - Wooden Cross Arms w/ Braces | Class 50

Find NMFC 160100 for wooden cross arms with braces, brackets, or pins. Fixed Class 50 covers crated or bundled pole line hardware. Non-hazardous, easy quoting.

NMFC 160110 - Wooden Cross Arms & Braces | Class 50

Find wooden cross arms and braces under NMFC 160110. Solid wood parts, bundle or palletized, fixed Class 50. Simple rating for utilities. Non-hazardous.

NMFC 160140 - Cable Vibration Dampers | Class 60

Classify cable vibration dampers under NMFC 160140. Packed in boxes or drums and rated Class 60 for LTL. Get accurate quotes and simpler booking, non-hazardous.

NMFC 160160 - Ground Rods in Packages | Class 50

Classify ground rods under NMFC 160160. Steel or copper clad, coated, or plated in packages ship at Class 50. Simple quoting and non-hazardous for easy moves.

NMFC 160180 - Copper Pole Grounds in Boxes | Class 70

Find copper pole grounds in NMFC 160180. Boxed shipments move at Class 70 and fit utility construction needs. Non-hazardous for easier, predictable LTL rates.

NMFC 160190 - Steel Pedestal Housings | Class 60

Find NMFC 160190 for pedestal or post terminal housings. 16 ga or thicker steel for underground telecom or electric lines, Class 60. Nonhazardous for easy quotes.

NMFC 160200: Wooden Insulator Brackets & Pins — Class 50

Find wooden insulator brackets and pins under NMFC 160200. Packaged for pole and transmission line work, Class 50. Clear rates, easy quoting, non-hazardous.

NMFC 160220 - Iron Insulator Caps | Class 50

Classify iron insulator caps under NMFC 160220. Packed in boxes, bags, or drums at Class 50. Clear guidance for quotes and non-hazardous. Fast LTL rating.

NMFC 160270 - Steel Pole-Line Hardware | Class 50

Find steel pole-line construction hardware in NMFC 160270. Includes brackets, crossarm braces, mast arms in packages at Class 50. Nonhazardous for easy shipping.

NMFC 160310 - Cable Protectors, Guy/Ground | Class N/A

Find cable protectors for ground or guy wire in NMFC 160310. Covers polymer or steel guards in cartons or crates. No fixed class and non-hazardous status.

NMFC 160370 - HV Line Suspensions in Boxes | Class 60

Find NMFC 160370 for high-voltage line suspensions. Steel yoke and aluminum clamps packed in boxes, rated Class 60 for LTL. Clear pricing and non-hazardous.

How to Use This Classification

  • Measure the longest piece and bundle diameter precisely, then note overlength thresholds (8 ft, 12 ft, 20 ft) on the BOL to avoid surprise carrier fees.
  • Bundle poles tightly with wood cribbing and steel banding; cap ends and add spacers for fork tines. Crate or palletize crossarms and hardware with 4‑way entry.
  • Book carriers that accept long freight and confirm handling method (forklift pockets vs crane). For 30–40 ft poles, compare LTL long-freight vs partial TL capacity.
  • Detail the shipment: list piece count, longest length, bundle count, and packaging (bundled, crated, or palletized). Tag bundles on four sides for fast terminal ID.

Business Value

  • Clear NMFC 160000 description reduces reclass disputes and keeps invoices aligned with quotes.
  • Proper bundling and crating cut handling time, minimize damage, and avoid special handling surcharges.
  • Right‑sizing mode selection for long items lowers overlength and linear‑foot charges, improving landed cost.
  • Consolidating crossarms, hardware, and poles into unitized loads reduces stops, shortens dwell time, and speeds field deployment.