NMFC 115440 - Plastic Crane Work Baskets | Class 150

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Book as NMFC 115440, Class 150, packaged, non-hazmat; specify “plastic crane boom workmen’s basket” on the BOL to match carrier codes.
2. Unitize in packages: place the basket upright on a pallet or in a crate, pad railings and edges, cap anchor points, then stretch-wrap with corner boards and band securely.
3. Shield the plastic shell from compression. Use foam or corrugated blocking inside the bucket, bag small hardware, and add “Do Not Stack” and “Fragile Plastic” handling labels.
4. Measure total L x W x H including protrusions and pallet; note wide footprints or long brackets that may trigger oversize fees, and add liftgate or jobsite delivery accessorials when needed.

Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.

• Fixed Class 150 simplifies quotes across carriers, reducing reclass risk and invoice disputes for specialty lifting gear.
• Proper packaged protection lowers damage rates on plastic shells, preventing costly downtime for crane crews awaiting replacement baskets.
• Clear NMFC mapping enables apples-to-apples LTL rate shopping and predictable budgeting for construction and utility contractors.
• Non-hazardous status expands carrier options and avoids hazmat surcharges, improving transit flexibility for scheduled crane work.