TRANSPORTATION AND PACKAGING FEES: 

SKIDS/PALLETS:
Please make sure that your pallet is in good enough condition to handle the load. If a skid breaks it can cause material spills, lead to several safety issues, or make it impossible to safely move with a forklift. In a lot of cases the material on the pallet will have to be repackaged completely, to replace the pallet. Fees will be assessed at our full discretion for unsafe damaged pallets.

GAYLORD BOXES:
Yes, we do accept gaylord boxes. Make sure the Gaylords weigh under 4,500 lbs. If filling Gaylords to capacity, we recommend the walls of the Gaylord to be 5-ply or greater and that the gaylord is on an undamaged, strong pallet. We charge $175.00/gaylord if we must repackage for safe storage. Any other labor fees will be accessed on a case-by-case basis.

BARRELS:
We accept material in metal and/or plastic barrels. Please make sure to secure the barrels to the skid to avoid material spills or damage to other freight during transit. Fees, at our discretion, will apply if there are material spills, repackaging, and/or damage to other freight.

CARRIER REWEIGH FEES FOR SHIPMENT:
As with all shipping, package weight is critical for transportation and pricing. If material's weight is misrepresented for logistics, that we have managed, then we will incur additional fees from the logistics carrier. Therefore, we will pass those fees on to our customers plus an additional 20%.

HANDHELD OVERWEIGHT PACKAGING:
Boxes that must be lifted by hand; individual boxes must not weigh over 60 lbs. as this ensures employee safety and reduces the tendency for dangerous spills. If stacking these boxes, please fill each box to capacity to ensure the structural integrity of all the boxes. Make sure the boxes are at least double walled. We charge $12/box for every overweight box, plus any additional fees for material spills or non-conforming material.

MATERIAL SPILL POLICY/FEES:
If stacking boxes, please fill boxes to capacity, especially the lower level boxes, and consider using stronger boxes (at least 2-ply). Shrink wrap and strap when needed. Use strong unbroken pallets. Spills will be charged $80.00/hour plus any additional packaging fees for the repackaging of your material. Any additional fees will be at our sole discretion.

MATERIAL FEES:

SORTING; MIXED BATTERY CHEMISTRIES:
If a box of batteries has mixed battery chemistries, then we must sort through 100% of the material. We charge $0.35/lb to sort mixed battery chemistries.

TAPING OR PACKAGING TO REDUCE SHORT-CIRCUIT AND EVOLUTION OF HEAT:
To prevent fires, and to abide by PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) standards, please provide packaging/taping to ensure the guidelines are followed. All hazardous batteries with exposed (non-recessed terminals) MUST be taped or packaged in a way to avoid a dangerous evolution of heat and/or short-circuit. There is no need to tape recessed terminals of batteries like laptops and cell phones if terminals cannot touch. There is also no need to tape smaller voltage, non-hazardous batteries like NiMH, NiCD, and Alkaline (D size and smaller). We charge a minimum of $3.00/lb. if we deem the batteries to be in need of repackaging or taping.

BLOATS, DAMAGED, DEFECTIVE, RECALLED:
We charge $3.00/lb if in GlobalTech approved packaging. We charge $5.00/lb if not in GlobalTech approved packaging. We do not accept Breached batteries currently.

BATTERIES EXPOSED TO WATER:
Water will lead to short circuits which can lead to fire. In addition to fire dangers, some battery chemistries, like lithium-based batteries, can release toxic gases when exposed to water. Water can also eliminate the possibility that a battery can be tested and reused which can significantly decrease the value of your material. Please store all batteries indoors and ship batteries in a manner that eliminates the possibility for environmental impact! We charge a minimum of $1.15/lb. for wet non-hazardous material including the weight of the moisture! We charge a minimum of $5.00/lb. for wet hazardous material including the weight of the moisture; this will be in addition to any other charge for said material. It is ultimately the shipper’s responsibility to properly manage their waste according to all state and federal laws. This material must be pre-approved in writing before shipping. If this material is received without pre-approval, we reserve the right to charge significant fees to properly handle this material, or we can refuse shipment if possible.

Notes:

• We do not like to add any fees, so please ask questions and follow applicable laws so everyone associated with your shipment is safer!
• These charges are necessary to ensure we receive properly represented material, and for you to receive the premium prices from GlobalTech Environmental. If you are unsure and have a question, please send us a photo of the battery prior to packaging.