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Fedex Warning: $100 Limit Insurance on Ground

When I went to Fedex today, I was told that there is a new policy. Any electronics or computer equipment sent ground will only be insured up to $100.

I was ready to go into convulsions! The reason I was given is that there have been "too many claims and losses" so that is what they decided to do.

So, the lower shipping prices of Fedex Ground over UPS Ground are now useless. I find it amazing that they could even legally deny insurance on expensive items.

Considering that their ground treatment of packages was really no better than UPS, I can see why they had so many losses. I certainly hope UPS doesn't follow suit, and do the same.

Now, not only do our packages receive abuse from the shippers, so do we...
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I've gotten to the point where wooden crates are my preferred method for heavy stuff. I got a pair of tubed monoblocks (the Stippich amps), 140lb. each net...these were each boxed inside a crate (and bolted to it) made from 1/2 plywood and strapping. That crate was in another larger crate, same construction, surrounded by styrofoam peanuts. The outer crate(s) were bolted to a pallet and then shrinkwrapped to boot. Total weight was about 350lbs. for the amps, 4 crates, and pallet. Over $600 to ship via FedEx air freight. But worth it, since they arrived in mint condition. Took me about 4 hours to unpack and get in the house by myself.

-Ed
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