The Journey of a Slab
Shipping natural stone is an art form. A single crate of granite weighs over 1.5 tons. If it shifts even one inch during a winter storm in the Atlantic, the domino effect can shatter the entire container. At Ruvello Global, we don't just sell stone; we sell safe delivery.
The "A-Frame" Packing Method
Stone has high compressive strength but low tensile strength. It cannot be laid flat. We use specialized wooden A-Frames inside the container. This ensures the slabs stand vertically, leaning slightly into the center, absorbing the G-forces of the ocean swell.
Fumigation & ISPM-15 Standards
Importing to the USA or Australia? You need to worry about bugs. All our wooden crates undergo rigorous Methyl Bromide Fumigation to meet ISPM-15 international standards. This ensures your container clears Customs and Border Protection (CBP) without expensive quarantine delays.
Documentation: The Invisible Hurdle
The stone might be perfect, but if the paperwork is wrong, it sits at the port. We handle:
- ISF (Importer Security Filing): Mandatory for US imports 24 hours before loading.
- Certificate of Origin: To secure lower duty rates where applicable.
- Packing List: Detailed slab-by-slab measurements.
