NMFC 124694 - Wire/Metal Strap Choppers | Class 100

Note 124695: NOTE-Switch box must be boxed or crated.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. List the item as a wire or metal strap chopping machine on the BOL, cite NMFC 124694, and mark Class 100; note if the unit is fastened to a base per Note item 124695.
2. If shipping loose, bolt the machine base to a sturdy skid with lag screws, add 2x4 runners for fork access, and strap tightly; guard blades and secure the hopper or infeed chute.
3. Lock out moving parts and protect electrics: bag control panels, cap conduit, and tie off power cords so they don’t snag during LTL handling.
4. Mark center of gravity and “Do Not Stack” where applicable; share verified weight and dimensions with the carrier even though the class is fixed to streamline quotes.

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

• Predictable budgeting with a fixed Class 100 rating reduces reclass risk and surprise invoices.
• Non-hazardous machinery in the NMFC Machinery Group speeds tendering and avoids hazmat paperwork delays.
• Allowance for loose or skid-mounted packing trims crating costs while proper skid fastening cuts damage claims and accessorials.
• Uniform classification across different models simplifies multi-location procurement, contract pricing, and TMS automation.