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NMFC 116830 - Meal Driers | Class 100

Article ID
116830
NMFC 116830 covers industrial meal driers
Freight Group
MACHINERY GROUP
Machinery Group—heavy-duty processing equipment
Class Range
100 1 classification
Fixed Class 100, no density rating
Hazardous
No
Non-hazardous machinery, standard handling rules

Classification Details

NMFC Description Class
116830.00 Meal Driers 100

How to Determine Your Class

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

  1. List on the BOL as Meal Driers, NMFC 116830, Class 100, and note any accessories (motors, gearboxes, control panels) shipped loose or attached.
  2. Mount the dryer on a steel or heavy wood skid, block and brace the shell and feet, and cap all steam/condensate, oil, and gearbox ports to prevent leaks.
  3. Protect critical components—seal control panels, sensors, and bearings with weatherproof covers and edge protection; shrink-wrap after anchoring to the skid.
  4. Mark center of gravity and rigging points; provide forklift clearance. Example: disc dryer on 6x6 steel skid, lag-bolted, banded, with panels crated separately.

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

Business Value

  • Predictable rating: fixed Class 100 eliminates density disputes and reclass charges on these heavy processing machines.
  • Non-hazmat status streamlines booking and reduces accessorials tied to documentation and special handling.
  • Clear NMFC mapping (116830) speeds quotes and improves TMS accuracy for LTL or partial truckload moves.
  • Proper skid-mounting and blocking reduce damage risk to high-value internals, cutting claim exposure and downtime at feed or rendering plants.