NMFC 125000 - Crushing & Grinding Mills | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Quote and tender at Class 85 using NMFC 125000 on the BOL; note the item as crushing/grinding/pulverizing machinery (NOI) to avoid density calculations.
2. Mount the mill to a solid skid or crate, bolt through the base, and block moving parts (rotors, hammers, rollers). Cap inlets/outlets and protect liners or screens.
3. Mark lift points and center of gravity; provide 4-way fork access or use a spreader bar for overhead lifts to prevent tipping of tall hoppers or heads.
4. Drain fluids where applicable, remove loose accessories, and ship spare screens, liners, or drives in a labeled companion crate for safer handling and easier receiving.

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

• Fixed Class 85 simplifies LTL rating and quoting, delivering predictable freight costs across crated or skidded machinery.
• Non-hazardous status streamlines booking and reduces compliance hurdles, helping shipments move faster with fewer accessorials.
• Clear NMFC alignment (125000) lowers reclass and inspection risk, minimizing disputes, chargebacks, and delivery delays.
• Proper blocking and protective packaging cut damage probability, reducing claim exposure and downtime for mills in food, mineral, or recycling operations.