1.

Unload a small lot from different stacks check for any Damage in transit

2. If any breakages found in transit it has to be report within 48 hours for claiming the insurance.

3. From Container Load the Boxes on Pallets and transit through forklift or Manual Fork lift to the
storage place to avoid breakages in site.

4. Else unload manually one box at a time. For sizes bigger than 600X600 mm Depute two person for
one box .The box should not be rolled on corner as picture below while unloading .

5.Check for stacking method

Tile is a very fragile product and must be stored in an area that it will be safe from getting hit by other
objects. Cases of tile can be stored either flat or on their sides. If stored flat, raise them off of the
ground; if stored on their sides, raise them off of the ground and place other objects around them
that will prevent them from falling over. Leaning cases of tile against a wall is an effective method of
storage as well.

Step 1

Leave the tile that is to be stored in its original packaging. Do not remove any plastic cellophane
wrapping if the tile is wrapped in it.

Step 2

Raise the tile off of the ground so it will not be exposed to dirt or water. If the tile came on a wooden
pallet, use the pallet to store the tile. If you do not have a pallet to use, use pieces of scrap wood that
are roughly the same dimensions.

Step 3

Cover tile that is stored directly outside. Tile can be stored directly in the elements. Covering the tile
with a tarp or other plastic covering will keep the elements out.
Allow the tile to acclimate to the room it will be installed in if the tile is stored outside during the
winter. The tile should be allowed to warm up to room temperature before it is installed so it will not
crack.

Step 4

Whether it's a few extra left over after a project or you specifically ordered more that need to be
stored for later use, sometimes you may have tile that needs storage. While you can store tile
regardless of the elements, proper steps in storing the tile will ensure it remains intact over the years.

Climate
While climate can affect some materials, such as adhesives and paints, tile can store without regard
to the weather or temperature. Heat and cold do not affect ceramic tile, nor is it subject to the
freeze/thaw cycle like some materials, such as slate tile or tumbled marble. You can put it in your
garage or a shed out back any time of the year.

Moisture
Because tile is not porous it cannot soak up water, so it won't freeze and therefore crack due to water
expansion. In addition it is not subject to rot or mold because the material itself does not retain
water. While it might ruin the cardboard containers it won't affect the tile itself, so you can store tile
without worrying about a little extra moisture.
Proper Stacking
One of the most important parts of storing tile is knowing how to stack it. A couple of boxes on top of
each other is not an issue, but if you need to store a large amount, the boxes need to be positioned in
their factory position, with the tile stacked vertically on edge rather than flat. Stacking the tiles
horizontally will result in pieces crushing and breaking under the weight, while vertically they can
withstand plenty of pressure.

Keep it Simple
If you have a lot of material with different colors and selections that needs to be stored in one area
you need to keep it simple so you can find everything later on. Always store tile with the labels on the
edge of the boxes facing outward. In addition, put thicker tiles on the bottom and lighter, thinner
tiles. A general pyramid style stack works best beyond three or four vertical rows if possible.