NMFC 131550 Warp Beams | With/Without Heads, Class 60–100

Note 131552: NOTE-Also applies on wooden beams, loose; or on metal beams in quantities of 30,000 pounds or more when loaded on rails or racks in vehicles so equipped.

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Match packaging to the build: boxed for lighter aluminum beams, crated for heavy steel or beams with large heads. Use V‑blocks or saddles so the barrel cannot roll.
2. Protect heads and journals with foam, caps, and edge protectors under steel or poly banding to prevent marring and out‑of‑round damage.
3. If shipping without heads, wrap the barrel in moisture barrier film plus corrugated, then band to a skid; add desiccant for ocean or humid routes.
4. For LTL, secure to a 4‑way pallet with chocks and through‑bolts where possible. Mark center of gravity, ‘Do Not Stack,’ and ‘Lift From Ends’ when heads overhang.

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

• Choosing the correct class within 60–100 improves quoting accuracy and helps avoid costly reclass and inspection fees.
• Purpose‑built crating and blocking reduces head and journal damage, cutting claim rates and preventing loom downtime at mills.
• Forklift‑ready skids speed cross‑dock handling and reduce special rigging or rehandling charges, improving transit reliability.
• Clear labeling and packaging consistency streamline carrier acceptance, supporting better freight rates and predictable lead times.