NMFC 185850 - Screens: Coal, Gravel or Sand | Class 85

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the screen media and form factor—wire cloth panels, polyurethane sections, or trommel segments—and list them as “Screens, coal, gravel or sand, NOI” under NMFC 185850, Class 85.
2. Package flat on a sturdy pallet with edge protectors; interleave panels with cardboard or foam to prevent abrasion. Example: bundle 10 wire panels with plywood top/bottom and two steel straps.
3. Crate oversized or framed screens to stop flexing and corner crush. Add blocking under the frame so forklifts don’t bow the panel during handling.
4. Label each skid with NMFC 185850, Class 85, piece count, and “Non-Hazmat.” Note any sharp edges and apply corner guards to protect other freight.

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

• Predictable pricing: fixed Class 85 simplifies quoting and reduces reclass risk across common packaging types.
• Lower damage rates by stabilizing thin panels and frames, cutting claims costs and avoiding costly downtime at quarries or sand plants.
• LTL-friendly: consolidate screen sets for multiple sites on shared skids, improving lane density and reducing per-unit freight spend.
• Cleaner paperwork: a single NMFC for coal/gravel/sand screens speeds TMS automation and accelerates approvals from carriers.