Classification Details
| NMFC | Description | Class |
|---|---|---|
| 185930.00 | Shoring or Bracing, excavation or trench (Shoring Systems), see Note, item 185931, in packages: |
Notes
Note 185931: NOTE-Applies on active shoring or bracing systems used to support the walls of trenches and other excavations. These systems consist of all components or parts necessary for assembly and installation and may include vertical shores, walers, panels or panel sections, hydraulic cylinders, pumps, rails, extensions, struts or corners. Installation hardware that is shipped detached must be in boxes.
How to Determine Your Class
To find the correct freight class for your shipment:
- Bundle components by set (walers, struts, end braces) with edge protectors and stretch-wrap so metal parts don’t abrade or migrate in the trailer.
- Cap or pad sharp steel/aluminum ends using plastic end caps or plywood squares to prevent punctures and meet carrier packaging standards for packages.
- Palletize long members with wood blocking and steel banding; mark center-of-gravity and no-fork zones to reduce tipping and overlength handling risks.
- Reference NMFC Note item 185931 on the BOL and list part types (e.g., hydraulic shores, screw jacks) and counts to help carriers assign the correct class.
Note: All classifications are subject to Item 170. Verify with official NMFC publications for the most current requirements.
Business Value
- Reduces reclass and inspection delays by clearly citing Note 185931 and packaging parts as discrete, labeled packages.
- Lowers damage rates by preventing racking and edge crush, improving claims history and helping secure better LTL freight rates.
- Improves trailer utilization with tight, square bundles that stack or load side-by-side, cutting handling time and accessorial exposure.
- Non-hazardous status broadens carrier options and speeds approvals, enabling faster quoting and smoother network routing.