NMFC 124560 - Machine Guards, steel/iron/wire | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List the item on the BOL as “Machine guards, steel/iron/wire” and note packaging (e.g., nested panels on pallet, banded with edge protectors).
2. Nest flat guards together to cut cube, add cardboard or plywood sheets on both faces, and band to a 4-way pallet to keep panels rigid.
3. For bulky welded guards or cages, use a skid or crate with blocking and foam on contact points to prevent denting and paint scuffs.
4. Call out finish and gauge (e.g., powder-coated 12 ga steel) plus exact pallet footprint and stack height to speed rating and pickup.

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

• Clear NMFC alignment reduces reclass fees by matching material and packaging details to carrier expectations.
• Nesting panels and palletizing bundles lowers dimensional weight and improves trailer utilization for better LTL rates.
• Protective packing and edge guarding cut damage claims on sharp metal edges and reduce reship costs.
• Non-hazardous status simplifies carrier selection and avoids extra handling approvals, shortening transit lead times.