Requirements for Shipping Product to Dorn Color, Inc.
Advance Item Notification
Detailed information regarding product being shipped to Dorn Color must reach Dorn at least 24 hours in advance of shipment. Notification can be made through an advance-shipping notice, e-mail or any other document agreed to by Dorn.
All shipments of international prepaid inbound must be cleared by the importer of record.
Carton Identification
Each carton must be individually labeled with part number a minimum of ½ inch high.
Partial boxes should be clearly identified and marked appropriately.
Maximum “one” item per carton.
SKU/Part/Item number, description, quantity, and unit of measure must be clearly identifiable.
All items must be packed according to pack out instructions provided on the Client’s purchase order.
Cartons not shipped on pallet – must be individually labeled
Pallet Requirements - Size and Markings:
Refer to attached Shipping Requirements and Facility Contact List for other pallet size and weight restrictions.
All shipments to Dorn Color must be palletized,print stacked flat, banded in two directions with protective corners.
Small parcels and loose cartons should be marked (1 of “x”, 2 of “x”, etc.)
All products must be stretch-wrapped and/or banded securely to the pallet with a maximum of 1-inch overhang.
Corner boards must be placed on top of loose-packed skids.
Pallets are to be marked (1 of “x,” 2 of “x”, etc.)
No mixed skids – 1 SKU per pallet unless pre-approved by Dorn Color.
Delivery Notification
Refer to the attached Shipping Requirements and Facility Contact List for the appropriate location.
24 hours in advance, vendors and/or transportation companies must contact the Dorn Color receiving department to schedule a delivery appointment for all shipments of 5 pallets or larger.
Partial shipments must be authorized in advance. Shipments must have paperwork supporting partial quantities.
After hours receiving may be arranged with a 24-hour notice.
Documentation Requirements
/Packing Slip
/Bill of Lading
Dorn Color facility information, name and address /
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Supplier name, address, and phone number /
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Client - Promo/Job/Cost Center # /
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Purchase order number where applicable /
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SKU/Part/Item number, description, quantity, and unit of measure must be clearly identifiable /
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# of skids, # of cartons per skid /
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Pieces per carton with total extension by SKU/Part/Item # /
Notation of partial or complete order /
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Commodity Description (NMFC) and freight class /
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Carrier name and tracking identification /
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Collect/prepaid/third party designation /
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Damage Reporting
Product received damaged or unidentifiable will be placed in non-conforming or product hold status and the client will be notified to provide disposition instructions. Photographs of the material may be taken for support.
Dorn Color will require the carrier to sign the bill of lading and packing slip for all damaged material.
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Dorn Color, Inc. -Shipping Requirements and Facility Contact List
AddressMain Phone / Dorn Color
11555 Berea Road
Cleveland, Ohio44102
216-634-2252
Contact
Phone
Fax
Email – two locations / Receiving
216-634-2252 ext 320
216-634-2827
Receiving Hours / 8am – 4pm, M-F
Max Pallet Dim: L,W,H / 48" x 48" x 45"
Total Pallet Max Weight / 2500# / pallet
Note: Pallet sizes that exceed the requirements listed may be accepted by Dorn Color with advanced notification provided that product always fits on the pallet.
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