NMFC 130210 - Fruit/Vegetable Sorting Machines | Class N/A

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Stabilize the machine: lock casters, pin moving arms, and band the frame to a skid; crate delicate parts like cameras, scanners, or HMI screens separately.
2. Mark center of gravity and lift points, and measure overall dimensions including guards, infeed/outfeed chutes, and discharge conveyors to avoid re-weigh/re-measure fees.
3. Use rugged skids or crates with cross-bracing; bolt through baseplates and protect control cabinets and wiring with foam, corner boards, and moisture wrap.
4. Confirm the unit ships dry and debris-free; schedule liftgate or forklift if no dock is available, and note farm or packinghouse access on the BOL.

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

• Correctly using NMFC 130210 minimizes reclass fees and disputes, keeping LTL quotes predictable for seasonal produce operations.
• Non-hazardous status simplifies paperwork and speeds tendering, reducing time-to-ship during tight harvest windows.
• Proper crating and skid design lowers damage risk and claim costs, protecting sensitive optics, belts, and control panels.
• Consolidating modular sections (feeders, conveyors, frames) under one PRO cuts pickup charges and streamlines dock scheduling.