Case Studies 1 | Oceanic6 Solutionz

Professional Packaging Standards for Granite and Quartz Stone Products

Professional Crates and Packaged Stone Products

Why Packaging Matters

It is said that a product that has been fabricated in the best way can lose its value if it gets damaged during shipping. Therefore, Oceanic6 Solutionz takes the process of packaging as an essential part of quality control.

Our goal: To be able to deliver every slab and countertop in perfect condition, installation-ready.

Products We professionally pack and export:

Granites & quartz slabs (standard + jumbo)
Ready-to-install kitchen countertops
Bathroom vanity tops with sink cutouts
Backsplashes & custom architectural pieces
Cut-to-size tiles & specialty stone components

Wrapping each product individually according to its size, weight, and fragility is the way we do it.

Our Core Packaging Objectives

We have to ensure that each stone shipment that we prepare is able to fulfill five paramount requirements:

1. Maximum Physical Protection: By means of foam, edge guards, dividers, and strengthened crates, the damages caused by cracks, chipping, and vibration are avoided.
2. Clear Identification: Every single piece and crate are labeled for unit numbers, room names, and installation positions thus making job-site sorting both quick and error-free.
3. Moisture Protection: Stones are wrapped in moisture-proof packaging, and silica gel bags are used, while the loading is kept covered to protect the cargo during the long sea transport.
4. Export Compliance: All wood used for crates is Heat-Treated (HT) and certified as ISPM 15 compliant, ensuring smooth customs clearance worldwide.
5. Efficient Handling: Our custom crates are designed with 4-way forklift access and clearly marked lifting points to ensure safe and quick handling at both the factory and the final job site.

Our Packaging Process

1. Pre-Packaging Quality Check

Each piece is visually examined and verified for:

The correct dimensions and thickness
The surface polish quality
The edge finishing
The color/pattern consistency
The cleanliness of sink & faucet cutouts

Only the pieces that have been given the green light proceed to packaging.

Sealed 4-way wooden crate ready for loading

Crates loaded inside a shipping container

2. Custom Wooden Crates

Every crate is custom-built using heat-treated hardwood and includes:

4-way forklift entry
Strong base & reinforced corners
Internal dividers
Foam contact surfaces

Crates are engineered to maximize safety and container space.

3. Multi-Layer Protection

Each stone piece receives:

Plastic surface wrap
Foam edge guards
High-density foam sheets
Rubber/foam spacers

This prevents friction, impact, and vibration damage.

Comprehensive Labeling Protocol

A waterproof packing list is placed inside and outside each crate.

4. Safe Loading and Container Optimization

Forklifts with rubber pads
Balanced load distribution
4-way pallet handling
Moisture-protected crates
Photo documentation of loading

Containers are planned for maximum space use and safe unloading.

Overcoming Common Packaging Challenges

Years of experience have taught us how to address the challenges inherent in shipping natural stone products:

Challenge	Our Solution
Oversized countertops	Reinforced hardwood crates with extra-thick foam padding and corner protection
Extended ocean transit	Waterproof exterior wrapping plus silica gel moisture absorption inside sealed crates
Complex projects with many piece types	Color-coded labels and detailed crate contents sheets that list every item
Limited container space	Advanced load planning software to design compact crate layouts that maximize fit
ISPM 15 compliance requirements	All wood heat-treated and properly stamped with internationally recognized fumigation marks
Manual handling risks at destination	4-way pallets and clearly marked lifting points for safe forklift access
Urgent delivery schedules	Additional packing staff assigned to complete large orders without rushing quality
Mixed material shipments	Separate crates for granite and quartz with clear material type labels

Project Results & Client Satisfaction

✔ 0% breakage rate across thousands of shipped pieces
✔ Faster installation thanks to clear labels
✔ No delays due to damaged goods
✔ High customer confidence with photo-verified loading
✔ Reliable on-time delivery for all project sizes.

Conclusion

At Oceanic6 Solutionz, packaging is a science backed by experience. Whether we ship a single vanity top or hundreds of countertops for a multi-unit project, every crate receives the same professional care.

Strong packaging = Safe delivery = Happy clients.