NMFC 57445 - Metal Trash Diverters | Class 250

To find the correct freight class for your shipment:

1. Identify the freight as a metal trash diverter for farm pond or reservoir overflow pipe and list NMFC 57445, Class 250 on the BOL.
2. Bundle frames/screens with two straps and edge guards, cap any pipe ends, and wrap to prevent snagging and protect galvanized or painted finishes.
3. Place the diverter on a pallet or pipe rack so forks can lift cleanly; shield the screen face with plywood or crate panels to prevent bending.
4. Measure the full footprint including flanges and brackets; note oversize or site constraints (e.g., rural pond access) to plan accessorials.

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

• Correct Class 250 coding avoids reclass/rebill fees and shipment delays.
• Rigid, protective packing reduces screen deformation and claim risk, saving replacement costs.
• Bundling multiple diverters onto one skid lowers per-piece handling and speeds loading.
• Fixed, non-density class simplifies quoting and budgeting across lanes and carriers.