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Ford Motor Company Global Export Market Packaging Terms and Conditions
EXPORT 1750-Global J uly 2013 GIS 1:26.06, C+12
The information contained herein is FORD PROPRIETARY information and may include FORD CONFIDENTIAL information as defined in
Ford's Global Information SystemII. Reproduction of this document, disclosure of the information, and use for any purpose other than the conduct
of business with Ford is expressly prohibited. This release replaces the previous J uly 2012 version. Globally
Uncontrolled When Printed Page 2 of 36
Contents
PAGE
1. INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 3
2. BACKGROUND ........................................................................................... 4
3. HOW TO USE THIS DOCUMENT ................................................................ 5
4. DO's ............................................................................................................. 6
5. DO NOT ........................................................................................................ 7
6. IMC EXPORT CARTON SELECTION PROCESS ....................................... 8
6.1. NORTH & SOUTH AMERICA FORD ISO-MODULAR CARTON
SIZES AND PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION ..................................... 9
6.2. TABLE 1: FORD ISO-MODULAR CARTON SIZES (NORTH AND
SOUTH AMERICA) .................................................................................. 10
6.3. EUROPE AND ASIA PACIFIC FORD ISO-MODULAR CARTON
SIZES AND PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION ..................................... 12
6.4. TABLE 2: FORD ISO-MODULAR CARTON SIZES (EUROPE AND
ASIA PACIFIC) ......................................................................................... 13
7. UNIT LOAD CONSOLIDATION AND SHIPPING GUIDELINES .................. 16
7.1. GUIDE TO LOAD CARTONS ONTO PALLET BASE ............................... 17
8. ISO-MODULAR PALLET SPECIFICATION ................................................. 19
9. PHYTOSANITARY AND PACKAGING MATERIAL SELECTION ............... 20
10. CORROSION PREVENTION OVERVIEW ................................................... 21
11. FINAL EXPORT PACKAGING CHECKLIST ............................................... 22
Attachment " A" : Export Market Packaging FAQs .......................................... 24
Attachment " B" : Contacts ................................................................................ 30
Attachment " C" : Recommended Packaging Suppliers ................................. 35
List of revisions
Date Description of change Changed by Sections affected
01/04/2009 Initial Release
J .Ader; M.Krings;
C.Krishnamachari
All
29/03/2010 New Release J uly 2011
J .Ader; M.Krings;
R.Suresh Kumar
All
30.03.2012 Update Release J uly 2012
J .Ader; M.Krings
R.Ramkumar
CMMS input;
shipping labelling
30.03.2013 Update Release J uly 2013
J .Ader; M.Krings
R.Ramkumar
CMMS input;
shipping labelling
1. Introduction
This guide is to advise Ford suppliers of the packaging requirements for the shipment of
components to EXPORT markets. If you are unsure as to which territories are deemed as
export for your company; please contact your Ford buyer, Supply Chain Management
contact or MP&L Export Packaging Engineering contact.
These guidelines do not apply where the suppliers provide the freight from the place of origin
to an overseas regional supplier operated warehouse. This is when Ford purchasing has
sourced material as 'Ex local warehouse' or 'FOB supplier's local distribution center'. In these
cases suppliers must refer to regional local packaging terms and conditions, e.g. the
MFG1750 or the EU1750 to define part packaging.
These guidelines aim to standardize packaging methods for all Ford export markets, to
ensure quality is maintained, freight cube is maximized, and to be acceptable and adaptable
to local market conditions. This Global Export packaging Terms & Conditions document
supersedes all previous regional export packaging guidelines and is from now on the
single document for all export market packaging of Ford Motor Company. In case that local
conditions have to be considered this is specifically described within the document as a local
deviation.
Use this specification for all parts that do not yet conform to the Ford IMC packaging
standard. Existing approved IMC packaging must be in compliance with the latest guidelines.
From these guidelines it is expected that the supplier will develop an export packaging
specification and submit it to the contacts detailed below for provisional or final approval.
If you supply components in packaging that does not conform to the specification you may
be held liable for repackaging and incremental freight costs. Deviations are not allowed
without prior written approval from Packaging Engineering. Packaging that proves
unacceptable for whatever reason (quality, transport, production process, safety, etc.) must
be changed upon request from Packaging Engineering.
Remember, the responsibility for ensuring component quality from your plant to the
point of use remains with you - the supplier of the product.
When your proposal is ready, complete the Export Packaging Data-Set. Refer to the table
below to determine the how to submit your packaging proposal.
Destination Market Form to be used Transition path to GPP
The Americas GPP Fully rolled out
Europe Eu1121E & GPP
In 2013 GPP is piloted for selected
programs. Communication incl. timing
and detailed instructions to affected
suppliers will be provided via e-mail.
Asia Pacific & Africa APA1121 & GPP
GPP roll out in 2013 for selected
programs. Communication incl. timing
and detailed instructions to affected
suppliers will be provided via e-mail.
CONTENT
Note: Ford Motor Company is transitioning starting 2013 to a new Packaging Data
Management System for packaging approval. The Global Packaging Portal has already
replaced the current Form 150, 150E processes for input to the Americas and will replace the
EU1121, EU1121E, and APA 1121 procedures/forms in future. Detailed information is
provided through the GPP roll out project. Any supplier who is requested to provide the
packaging proposal through GPP instead of e-mailing it to the packaging engineer will
receive clear instructions through roll out mails.
Packaging data communication through GPP is web based. For the carry over packaging
data communication, EU1121 EU1121E and APA1121, it is required that your proposal is
completed via e-mail.
The GPP website location is: www.packaging.ford.com
To obtain an electronic version of this Guideline document or an electronic packaging
specification Form go to Covisint https://portal.covisint.com,
CLICK THROUGH THE FOLLOWING LINKS:
.. Partner Portals -- Ford Supplier Portal
.. Important Documents -- Global Terms & Conditions
.. Production
.. GTC Web-Guides
Global Export Market Packaging Terms and Conditions
Export Packaging Form EU1121e / APA1121
2. Background
The Ford ISO-Modular Carton (IMC) program is a corrugated box footprint strategy designed
to "module" standard ISO-Sea Containers. Using modular footprints allows unit load cubing
at Ford consolidation centers and direct material loading into ISO-Sea Containers. This
strategy is required to maximize freight and quality while eliminating non-value added
handling and crating. Packaging is based around a unit load footprint size of 980mm x
1140mm x 1100mm (39" x 45" x 43") and NOT the standard shipping pallet dimensions of
1200 x 1140 (48" x 45") or any other specification .
Due to the introduction of lean manufacturing techniques into all Ford plants, all packaging
quantities and sizes are required to allow for manually handable cartons wherever possible
i.e. manually handable cartons should, ideally, weigh less than 15kg (33 lbs).
To assist suppliers in selecting the correct packaging size, Ford has developed IMC Export
Packaging Selection Guidelines supporting the development of an ideal packaging solution
for any export part.
CONTENT
3. How to use this Document
To ensure that all export packaging is in accordance with Ford requirements follow these
steps:
Step 1: For each export which is shipped to export markets, select the ideal
expendable corrugated IMC solution using the given requirements and
Export Packaging Selection Guidelines (Chapter 6).
Step 2: Advise Packaging Engineering of your packaging proposal by completing
the GPP input or a copy of the EU1121e or APA1121 forms.
Step 3: If internal dunnage is required or special part protection included in your
Packaging Proposal Input.
Step 4: Packaging Engineering will review the proposal and then provide
approval or rejection through the Global Packaging Portal or e-mail
communication (EU1121e or APA1121).
Step 5: Suppliers must ensure that all export shipments are made in accordance
to the Shipping & Consolidation Guidelines to achieve optimized cube
utilization in transportation (Chapter 7).
Step 6: Complete final checklist to ensure that all steps have been covered
(Chapter 11)
At any given point of time Packaging Engineering can approach the
supplier to revise the packaging specification when needed (i.e. change
in mode of transportation).
Packaging costs must be identified and integrated as part of your
piece price at the quotation stage, and can only be agreed by Purchase
(your commodity buyer). Confirmation of a packaging specification form
advises that your packaging proposals are acceptable, and does not
infer or imply acceptance or agreement of any associated costs with
that packaging.

Before entering into Step 1 (Selecting the correct export carton) please consider the
following guidelines:
CONTENT
4. Do's
DO ensure that you use modular cartons and pallets to the exact specification - this is a
fully integrated system that requires each element to meet its specification.
DO ensure that you utilize the maximum cube of the carton - if utilization is less than
95% try another IMC size or part orientation.
DO where rusting is a risk ,use corrosion inhibiting materials; i.e. VCI products, etc. For
other components, where required, use the appropriate product quality enhancement
material; i.e. bubble wrap, static-proof bags, etc. Although Packaging Engineering will
advise, the responsibility for ensuring part protection remains with the supplier.
DO select reliable suppliers to provide cartons, pallets, and stickers. Ford has approved
companies that currently stock IMC boxes if you do not have a company to provide the
proper materials. Please contact Export Packaging Engineering to obtain contact
information.
DO monitor the effect of engineering changes on the packaging and submit a new
formal packaging proposal through GPP/EU1121E or APA1121 whenever the
packaging changes
DO inform Packaging Engineering using appropriate pack spec. form if your parts are
temperature sensitive. (Temperatures over 70 C can be reached during transport to
some destinations).
DO ensure your part labeling conforms to Ford Shipping Parts/Identification Label
Standard BAO-1122-L. The BAO-1122-L document is available through the FSP (Ford
Supplier Portal).
DO follow all applicable Hazardous Materials / Dangerous Goods Transportation
Regulations, including the OSHA and UN Hazard Communication Standards. Refer to
the EU1750 Packaging Terms & Conditions or the N.A. Packaging Guidelines for more
details. Adherence to transport regulations of hazardous material / dangerous goods is
legally mandated. Regional and / or national requirements must be followed.
DO use new part labels when shipping parts with new engineering level. Refer to the
regional packaging terms & condition documents for label details.
DO ensure quantities of handles/hand holes is suitable for the pack weight (See
specification)
DO ensure that weight identification discs are fitted next to the IMC Number printing
and are clearly visible. Required disc size is approximately 50mm (2") in diameter.
Discs may be stickers or similar markings i.e. stamp, marker etc.
CONTENT
DO ensure that all cartons have the appropriate ISO-Modular Carton Number printed
approximately 50mm (2") high on two sides of the box. See Example:
IMC100
(ISO-Modular Carton Number) (Weight Identification Disc)
5. DO NOT
Do not use a carton that is not specified in Table 1 for NA & Table 2 for EU & APA - no
exceptions are permitted without prior written approval from Packaging
Engineering.
Do not forget to include the required IMC Number printing on two sides of the box and
do not ship on a Non-IMC pallet.
Do not design an open top IMC proposal. No open top containers are allowed.
Do not allow your product quality to be compromised due to inadequate packaging -
zero defect is the norm. If weight is an issue, suppliers are required to increase the
packaging strength requirements to ensure quality.
Do not pack different parts within the same carton - only one part number per carton is
allowed. Different part numbers, in separate IMC boxes, shipped on the same pallet
must be accompanied by a master packing label.
Do not use belly bands to strengthen IMC cartons. Excessively heavy unit loads require
the use of increased board strength, dunnage, or corner posts to ensure quality.
Do not use steel banding to secure loads - use plastic banding and/or stretch wrapping.
Do not allow cartons to overhang pallets. Ensure they are correctly stacked and
positioned. The appropriate use of banding and/or stretch wrap must be used as
needed.
Do not use staples for carton closure (top or bottom). Staples may damage both the
parts and the operators during the unload operation.
Do not ship pyramid loads whenever possible to prevent inbound transit damage.
Do not use packaging material that cannot be re-cycled, or could be environmentally
harmful after disposal.
Do not cut down or modify modular boxes. Example: do not cut side seams to make a
box smaller or insert an access panel unless approved by Ford Packaging Engineering.
Do not allow the maximum weight of a unit load including pallet base to exceed the
specified weight limit for the region (see sections 6.1 and 6.3 for weight limits).
CONTENT
6. IMC Export Carton Selection Process
Identify the most suitable carton from the Ford IMC container ranges (refer Table 1 in section
6.2 or table 2 in section 6.4) based on the following selection criteria:
1. Determine an approximate pack quantity based on part nature, FPS right sizing
principles, plant material handling requirement, line feed requirement data (if
available) and optimum part density in carton.
2. Determine whether the part requires any special expendable/durable packaging. If
required contact respective regional packaging engineer before finalizing your
packaging proposals.
3. Apply color weight disc to outside of all cartons , remember to also select the
appropriate quantity of hand holes based upon:
Carton Weight Weight Disc Handles
** Up to 12kg (26lbs) Red discs O No handles
Up to 30kg (66lbs) Yellow discs O 2 handles
Up to 60kg (132lbs) Green discs O 4 handles
Specials and above 60kg Blue discs O On Pallet Base
** Note: MH&PE engineer to contact supplier when a deviation is required.
4. All standard IMC shipments must be shipped on the specified IMC Export Block
Pallet 980mm x 1140mm (39" x 45") as shown in section 8. In case that the IMC
carton size exceeds the dimensions of the standard pallet then a special pallet with
same foot print size of the carton used is required .This special pallet must follow the
same construction principle as the standard pallet and must be suitable for the
increased weight and handling requirements.
5. Finally, all IMC unit loads must be adequately secured to the pallet. Manually
handable cartons (IMC010-IMC180) should be secured to the pallet base with a
minimum of four bands and/or the appropriate amount of stretch wrap. If stretch wrap
is used, be sure to make several rotations around the pallet base to prevent carton
movement in transit. Stapling unit load sized cartons to the pallet base in certain cases
is recommended to prevent movement in transit. If you want to staple the carton to
base pallet then please contact the regional packaging engineer before doing so.
6. If your parts are to be shipped by air freight directly from your manufacturing location,
cartons must be placed in a wood or corrugate over pack. This requirement is to
adequately protect it from air freight handling and in-transit forces.
It is mandatory to maintain a minimum of 12mm thick wood overpack if it is plywood
and 15mm in case of Pine wood. However, wood used must comply with the
phytosanitary requirements in section 9 of this document.
CONTENT
6.1 North & South America IMC Carton Sizes and
Performance Specifications
The following applies to import and exports from the Americas and supersede Section 6.3.
IMC Exterior Exterior Tare Minimum Carton Maximum
Carton
Number
Dimensions (mm) Dimensions
(in)
Weight
(est.)
Burst
Strength
Flute
Size
Box
Design
Weight
Per Box
L W H L W H kg (lbs) (lbs) (Combo) (Type) @ Kg (lbs)
IMC010 140 240 120 9.5 5.5 4.75 0.1(0.3) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC020 140 240 240 9.5 5.5 9.5 0.2 (0.4) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC030 280 240 120 11 9.5 4.75 0.2 (0.5) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC040 280 240 240 11 9.5 9.5 0.3 (0.7) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC050 280 480 120 19 11 4.75 0.4 (0.8) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC060 280 480 240 19 11 9.5 0.7 (1.6) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC070 560 240 120 22 9.5 4.75 0.3 (0.8) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC080 560 240 240 22 9.5 9.5 0.8 (1.7) 275 # C RSC 15 (33)
IMC090 560 480 120 22 19 4.75 1.3 (2.9) 275 # C RSC or FTD 15 (33)
IMC100 560 480 240 22 19 9.5 2.1 (4.5) 400 # CA RSC 15 (33)
IMC110 560 480 480 22 19 19 2.8 (6.1) 400 # CA RSC 15 (33)
IMC120 560 960 120 38 22 4.75 2.3 (5.0) 275 # C RSC or FTD 15 (33)
IMC130 560 960 240 38 22 9.5 3.9 (8.5) 500 # CA RSC 15 (33)
IMC140 560 960 480 38 22 19 5.1 (11.2) 500 # CA RSC 15 (33)
IMC150 1120 480 120 44 19 4.75 1.7 (3.7) 275 # C RSC or FTD 15 (33)
IMC160 1120 480 240 44 19 9.5 3.7 (8.1) 500 # CA RSC 15 (33)
IMC170 1120 480 480 44 19 19 4.9 (10.8) 500 # CA RSC 15 (33)
IMC180 1120 960 240 44 38 9.5 8.2 (18.0) 500 # CA RSC
IMC190 1120 960 480 44 38 19 9.6 (21.2) 500 # CA RSC or HSC & LID
IMC193 1120 960 480 44 38 19 12.7 (28.0) 1100 # CAA RSC or HSC & LID
IMC197 1120 960 600 44 38 23.6 10.2 (22.5) 500 # CA RSC or HSC & LID
IMC200 1120 960 960 44 38 38 12.3 (27.1) 450 # CA RSC or HSC & LID
IMC400 1300 1120 960 51 44 38 21.4 (47.2) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
IMC410 1300 1120 480 51 44 19 16.4 (36.2) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
IMC420 1450 1120 960 57 44 38 17.4 (38.4) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
IMC430 1450 1120 480 57 44 19 17.4 (38.4) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
IMC440 1680 1120 960 66 44 38 24.8 (54.6) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
IMC450 1680 1120 480 66 44 19 18.0 (41.8) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
IMC460 1960 1120 960 77 44 38 27.0 (59.6) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
IMC470 1960 1120 480 77 44 19 20.9 (46.0) 1100 # CAA HSC & LID
Tolerance: Exterior dimensions must be maintained to +0.0 and -5.0mm (+0" and -0.2").
Notes:
1. All hardware parts are to be packaged in standard IMC030 or quarter keg (229mm x
229mm x 127mm) cartons.
2. RSC =Regular Slotted Carton, HSC =Half Slotted Carton, and FTD =Full Telescope
Design StyleRolled ends may be used on FTD cartons.
3. All cartons from Asia Pacific countries must have US Kraft liners and be purchased from a
Ford North American International Packaging Engineering approved packaging supplier.
4. Maximum weight of a unit load including the pallet base must not exceed 600kg (1,320lbs).
The carton
weight
capacity
varies
depending
on the pack
design. For
the smaller
hand held
cartons the
maximum
weight is
defined by
the
ergonomic
weight limit
(15kg)
CONTENT
6.2 ISO-MODULAR CARTON (IMC) SIZES North &
South America
Mixed unit loads of different parts and carton sizes ARE acceptable, the modular carton
design allowing all cartons to be inter-stacked. Do not add empty cartons to the pallet stack
to achieve a flat layer. Homogeneous unit loads are shown simply to illustrate relative carton
size and orientation on the ISO-Modular pallet.
IMC010 IMC020 IMC030 IMC040




IMC170 IMC180 IMC190/193 IMC200/203

CONTENT

IMC440 IMC450 IMC460


Box
Number
Carton Outside Dimensions
millimeters (inches)
Pallet Dimensions
millimeters (inches)
L W D L x W x D
IMC400 1300 (51) 1120 (44) 960 (38) 1320 (52) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC410 1300 (51) 1120 (44) 480 (19) 1320 (52) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC420 1450 (57) 1120 (44) 960 (38) 1473 (58) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC430 1450 (57) 1120 (44) 480 (19) 1473 (58) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC440 1680 (66) 1120 (44) 960 (38) 1702 (67) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC450 1680 (66) 1120 (44) 480 (19) 1702 (67) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC460 1960 (77) 1120 (44) 960 (38) 1981 (78) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC470 1960 (77) 1120 (44) 480 (19) 1981 (78) x 1143 (45) x 127 (5)
IMC480 2260 (89) 960 (38) 960 (38) 991 (39) x 2286 (90) x 127 (5)
IMC490 2260 (89) 960 (38) 480 (19) 991 (39) x 2286 (90) x 127 (5)
# Not all IMC carton sizes are shown as sketches.
CONTENT
6.3 European & Asia Pacific IMC Carton Sizes and
Performance Specifications
The following applies to European & Asia Pacific imports -if shipping region is the Americas see 6.1
IMC Exterior Dimensions Tare CARTON SPECIFICATION Maximum
Carton
Number
(mm) (in) Weight
(est.)
BCT. Burst
Strength
Puncture
Resist.
Weight
Per Box
L W H L W H Kg. (lbs) (Kg) (kPa) (J ) Kg (lbs)
IMC010# 140 240 120 9.5 5.5 4.75 0.1 (0.2) 208 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC011* 140 240 120 9.5 5.5 4.75 0.3 (0.7) 208 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC020# 140 240 240 9.5 5.5 9.5 0.2 (0.4) 208 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC030# 280 240 120 11 9.5 4.75 0.2 (0.4) 243 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC031* 280 240 120 11 9.5 4.75 0.4 (0.9) 243 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC040# 280 240 240 11 9.5 9.5 0.3 (0.7) 243 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC050# 280 480 120 19 11 4.75 0.4 (0.9) 294 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC060# 280 480 240 19 11 9.5 0.8 (1.8) 294 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC070# 560 240 120 22 9.5 4.75 0.4 (0.9) 301 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC080# 560 240 240 22 9.5 9.5 0.5 (1.1) 301 1320 6 15 (33)
IMC090 560 480 120 22 19 4.75 1.1 (2.4) 692 2180 12.8 15 (33)
IMC100 560 480 240 22 19 9.5 1.3 (2.9) 692 2180 6 30 (66)
IMC110 560 480 480 22 19 19 1.8 (4.0) 692 2180 6 60 (132)
IMC120 560 960 120 38 22 4.75 1.9 (4.2) 737 2470 13.8 30 (66)
IMC130 560 960 240 38 22 9.5 2.7 (5.9) 1179 2800 15.2 60 (132)
IMC133 560 960 280 38 22 11 2.8 (6.2) 1179 2800 15.2 60 (132)
IMC136 560 960 360 38 22 14.2 3(6.6) 1179 2800 15.2 60 (132)
IMC140 560 960 480 38 22 19 3.3 (7.3) 1074 2500 14.2 60 (132)
IMC142 560 960 600 38 22 24 3.4(7.5) 1074 2500 14.2 60 (132)
IMC144 730 560 480 29 22 19 3.2(7) 1074 2500 14.2 60 (132)
IMC147 800 980 320 32 39 13 3.4(7.5) 1074 2500 14.2 60 (132)
IMC150 1120 480 120 44 19 4.75 1.7 (3.7) 952 2470 13.8 30 (66)
IMC160 1120 480 240 44 19 9.5 2.4 (5.3) 1102 2500 14.2 60 (132)
IMC170 1120 480 480 44 19 19 3.3 (7.3) 1102 2500 14.2 60 (132)
IMC180 1120 960 240 44 38 9.5 7.8 (17.2) 1950 3524 20.2 60 (132)
IMC186 1120 960 360 44 38 14.178.6 (19) 1950 3524 20.2 60 (132)
IMC190 1120 960 480 44 38 19 9.4 (20.7) 1950 3524 20.2 210 (462)
IMC193 1120 960 560 44 38 22. 9.9 (21.8) 1950 3524 20.2 250 (550)
IMC197 1120 960 600 44 38 23.6 10.2 (22.5) 1950 3524 20.2 420 (924)
IMC197HC 1120 960 730 44 38 29.2 11.0 (24.9) 1950 3524 20.2 420 (924)
IMC200 1120 960 960 44 38 38 12.5 (27.6) 1950 3524 20.2 500 (1100)
IMC210 1240 480 480 48.8 19 19 5.2 (11.5) 1990 3524 20.2 250 (550)
IMC220 1460 1120 840 57.5 44 33 15.8 (34.8) 2430 3524 20.2 500 (1100)
IMC230 1470 560 120 57.8 22 4.75 4.3 (9.5) 2160 3524 20.2 120 (265)
IMC240 1470 560 240 57.8 22 9.5 5.1 (11.2) 2160 3524 20.2 250 (550)
IMC250 1470 560 360 57.8 22 14.725.8 (12.8) 2160 3524 20.2 250 (550)
IMC260 1470 1120 240 57.8 44 9.5 11.0 (24.3) 2430 3524 20.2 500 (1100)
IMC270 1470 1120 480 57.8 44 19 13.0 (28.7) 2430 3524 20.2 500 (1100)
IMC280 1660 800 300 65.3 31.5 11.8 8.5 (18.7) 2380 3524 20.2 500 (1100)
IMC290 1740 1120 240 68.5 44 9.5 12.2 (26.9) 2560 3524 20.2 350 (770)
IMC300 1740 1120 480 68.5 44 19 14.3 (31.5) 2560 3524 20.2 500 (1100)
IMC310 2240 1120 480 89 44 19 16.8 (37) 2780 3524 20.2 500 (1100)
CONTENT
IMC Exterior Dimensions Tare CARTON SPECIFICATION Maximum
Carton
Number
(mm) (in) Weight
(est.)
BCT. Burst
Strength
Puncture
Resist.
Weight
Per Box
L W H L W H Kg. (lbs) (Kg) (kPa) (J ) Kg (lbs)
IMC320 2240 560 480 89 22 19 9.1 (20) 2530 3524 20.2 350 (770)
Important note: To provide an almost complete overview on all currently used IMC cartons
a full listing is provided. Nevertheless suppliers are highly recommended to use the carton
types highlighted with bold letters as the first choice. Other listed IMCs may only be used
after written approval from the responsible packaging engineer. All IMC cartons must meet
the carton material and dimensional specification regardless from where purchased.
'HC' (High Cube) IMC cartons are only to be used for high cube ISO containers.
Tolerance: Exterior dimensions must be maintained to +0.0 and -5.0mm (+0" and -0.2").
Note: * IMC011/031 are for Hardware and very small parts only, and consists of base +lid.
#Recommended maximum load =30kg. (62lbs)
Conversion Factors: 1" =25.4mm 1kg =2.2lbs
Maximum weight of a unit load including the pallet base must not exceed 500kg (1,100lbs).
Asia Pacific Plants will also accept quarter keg boxes for hardware (229mm x 229mm x
127mm) cartons. Pallet dimensions should be 740mm x 740mm x 150mm.
6.4 ISO-MODULAR CARTON (IMC) SIZES Europe &
Asia Pacific
Mixed unit loads of different parts and carton sizes ARE acceptable, the modular carton
design allowing all cartons to be inter-stacked. Do not add empty cartons to the pallet stack
to achieve a flat layer. Homogeneous unit loads are shown simply to illustrate relative carton
size and orientation on the ISO-Modular pallet.
IMC010/011 IMC020 IMC030/031 IMC040


CONTENT


IMC170 IMC180 IMC190/193 IMC200/203



CONTENT
IMC290 IMC300

IMC310 IMC320

Box
Number
Carton Outside Dimensions
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IMC220 1460 1120 840 1470x1140x110
IMC230 1470 560 120 1470x1140x110
IMC240 1470 560 240 1470x1140x110
IMC250 1470 560 360 1470x1140x110
IMC260 1470 1120 240 1470x1140x110
IMC270 1470 1120 480 1470x1140x110
IMC290 1740 1120 240 1740x1140x110
IMC300 1740 1120 480 1740x1140x110
IMC310 2240 1120 480 2260x1140x110
IMC320 2240 560 480 2260x1140x110
# Not all IMC carton sizes are shown as sketches.
The IMC carton codes are also used to specify the packaging in Ford systems such as
CMMS3 or ASNs etc. Please note that codes must be used as shown e.g. <IMCxxx>without
any blanks or other characters in between.
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7. Unit Load Consolidation and Shipping
Guidelines
Once the optimum export carton has been selected and is approved for your part - it is
critical that you prepare and consolidate the cartons in the correct manner for shipment:
1. Unit loads must be constructed in accordance with the guidelines in section 6
2. Pallet bases must conform to the specification in section 8.
3. The following general shipping guidelines must also be adhered to:
Each carton must at least be labeled with Ford standard Odette or AIAG part number
labels on two adjacent sides. For IMC cartons where height is less than 120mm (4.75)
the chosen label data format must be used but the label must be reduced to fit onto the
side of the carton.
Maximum height of any unit load must not exceed 1100mm (43") unless approved by
Packaging Engineering. Reference section 6 to determine the appropriate maximum
quantity of IMC boxes allowed on a pallet.
If you supply more than one part number to Export Markets, mixed loads of various
cartons on a single pallet is permissible to achieve a complete unit load.
Carton flaps must be completely sealed with tape or spot gluing. Kraft paper tape is
preferred over plastic tape to assist in carton recyclability.
All modular carton loads must be secured to the pallet with plastic banding and/or clear
plastic stretch wrap. A minimum of, four bands are highly recommended to avoid carton
shifting during transit. For safety reasons, under no circumstances should steel banding
be used. If stretch wrap is used, several rotations around the base of the pallet are
required to avoid carton shifting.
If you supply more than one part number to Export Markets, mixed loads of various
cartons on a single pallet are permissible to achieve a realistic unit load, provided they
are for the same plant destination.
When shipping mixed loads on a single pallet ensure that the heavy load cartons are
positioned on the pallet first with the lighter load cartons on the top.
All IMC Unit Loads must be designed for double stacking of the same weight for
overseas shipments and triple stacking for warehousing purpose (Exception:
IMC197/IMC197HC must be designed to stack three high in an ISO container). Any
deviation requires approval from the Ford packaging engineer.
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9. Phytosanitary and Packaging Material Selection
Phytosanitary is about the protection of plants in the world against insect infestation. For this
purpose the United Nations have developed measures to protect plants and to prevent the
distribution of non domestic pests over the globe. These measures are compiled in the
ISPM15 regulation. The ISPM15 requires all wood packaging material exported from one
country to another country to meet these requirements based on the International Plant
Protection Convention.
Supplier's wooden packaging must comply with the ISPM 15 regulations when packing
material for shipments to all export countries. Suppliers must investigate all Phytosanitary
requirements and comply with any additional regulation that is specific to the country they are
shipping to.
Key Points
These regulations also affect emergency expendable shipments, so even if you are
currently using durable, you also need to comply with your emergency shipments with
Phytosanitary rules.
ll treated wood packaging material must be
marked with an official stamp identifying that
the wood is debarked, the type of treatment
used (DB-HT or DB-MB), the ISO country code
where applied e.g. GB, DE etc. and the
registration number of the body which applied
it. (See sample mark). The wood packaging
supplier is responsible for marking.
Please note that the label should be outlined with border, as this is a mandatory
requirement for certain regions (see above acceptable example).
The requirements will not apply to wooden packaging material comprised wholly of
processed wood such as plywood; fiberboard or similar products prepared using a high
temperature, high-pressure process.
Ford may audit any shipments. Failure to send shipments in the correct packaging will result
in demerit points issued against your supplier performance rating. Using non compliant
packaging also may result in rejection of your material. Any cost associated with the rejection
of material and / or repacking will be charged to you.
The following website links should answer any questions you may have:
http://www.fao.org/documents/show_cdr.asp?url_file=/DOCREP/006/Y4838E/Y4838E00.HTM
International Phytosanitary Portal (IPP) - https://www.ippc.int/IPP/En/default.jsp
Note: Heat treating pallets with steam is not an acceptable process for ISPM15 compliance.

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10. Corrosion Prevention Overview
Parts for export markets are more exposed to corrosion risks than domestic shipments.
Corrosion can be caused by various circumstances, which may have no direct influence or
obvious impact.
Due to long shipping and staging times and extreme variations in both temperatures and
humidity, parts for export markets have a higher risk of corrosion than domestic shipments.
Environmental conditions can play a critical role in the manifestation of corrosion by
accelerating any caustic elements on the part surface. Thus, it is critical the appropriate
measures be considered when developing a corrosion inhibiting system for export
shipments. Corrosion can be caused by various circumstances, many of which are inherent
to manufacturing, handling and shipping processes.
Corrosion inhibiting materials, such as VCI, must be used where rusting and corrosion is a
risk. When developing a corrosion inhibiting system for your components, it is recommend
the following measures be considered: component material properties (ferrous steel, etc.),
part surface cleanliness and dryness (pack only dry and clean parts), part temperature (if
possible, look to insure parts are ambient temperature before packaging), handling process
(wear clean, lint free gloves when handling parts) and environmental conditions of the supply
chain (temperature, humidity, volatility of climate conditions, storage conditions,
transportation mode, etc.). Look to prevent part to wood, paper or corrugate contact to
prevent acidic contamination that can cause corrosion.
Suppliers who are in need for support to establish the appropriate corrosion protection
method may address a third party who specializes in corrosion management/protection
products and services, or their Ford packaging engineer. Some regions can provide an
awareness guide for corrosion protection, which can give you an introduction to this subject
but you have to consider:
The selection of best suited corrosion prevention method for ensuring component
quality till the point of use remains with you - the supplier of the product.
CONTENT
11. Final Export Packaging Checklist
To ensure that you have used these Packaging Guidelines correctly please use
the following checklist to tick off that all key steps have been undertaken:
Note: Compliance with this checklist does not relieve you from the other obligatory content of
these packaging terms and conditions but shall give you an overview on key steps.
1. Have you obtained and read the latest Export Packaging Terms and
Conditions document?

2. Have you selected a provisional export packaging specification using the
guidelines, and the table of available IMC cartons?

3. Have you completed the GPP input or sent a Form EU1121/APA1121
proposal to Packaging Engineering for provisional approval?

4. Have you received 'provisional approval' for this proposal through the GPP
or by e-mail for EU1121E/APA1121 communication process?

5. Have you used the appropriate printing, pallet base, stickers and
handholes to be used when shipping this packaging?

6. Have you selected appropriate supplier(s) that can provide each of the
above and can support your shipping volumes and dates?

7. Have you selected a packaging supplier that can provide the approved
carton to the performance specification detailed in Table 1 or Table 2?

8. Has appropriate corrosion protection method been selected to ensure part
quality?

9. Has appropriate training for warehouse staff been considered to ensure
that consolidation and shipping guidelines are complied with?

10. Have you documented internal processes to ensure that export shipments
are always shipped to the approved specification?

CONTENT
ATTACHMENTS
Contents
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Attachment A: Export Market Packaging Frequently Asked Questions
1. IMC - General Requirements ....................................................... 24
2. Quality Supplier Performance Demerits, QRR ......................... 25
3. Dunnage, Pallets, Box Strength, Quantities ................................ 25
4. IMC Printing, Weight Discs, Handholes ....................................... 26
5. Packaging Data - GPP, EU1121, APA1121 CMMS3 .................. 27
6. Packaging Performance Testing ................................................. 28
7. Trial Shipments ........................................................................... 28
8. IMC Special Case Design ........................................................... 28
9. Special Packaging Design ........................................................... 29
10. Commercial Issues .................................................................... 29
Attachment B: Contacts
1. North America ............................................................................. 30
2. South America ............................................................................. 30
3. Europe ......................................................................................... 31
4. Asia Pacific .................................................................................. 33
Attachment C: Recommended Packaging Suppliers
1. North America ............................................................................. 34
2. Europe and Turkey ...................................................................... 34
CONTENT
Attachment "A": Frequently Asked Questions
1. IMC - General Requirements
Why are IMCs required for export shipments? The Ford IMC world wide export-packaging
standard is required for all shipments that cross the ocean on ISO-Sea Containers in order to
standardize consolidation packaging methods, maintain quality, maximize freight cube
utilization, and to ensure that packaging is acceptable and adaptable to local market
conditions.
What are the key IMC requirements? Outside carton dimensions must conform to the Ford
specified IMC sizes, IMC number printed on two sides of carton, IMC block pallet, Colored
weight discs and handholes are used in accordance to the guidelines.

Who is responsible for implementing IMC packaging? It is the supplier's responsibility to
work with their corrugated box and pallet sources to develop packaging, including interior
dunnage, that will provide adequate strength, allow safe handling, and ensure product quality
to the point of use.
Which export destinations require IMC packaging? All overseas shipments require IMC
packaging.
How do I obtain updated copies of the latest IMC documentation? Go to: Covisint
https://portal.covisint.com, Ford Supplier Portal, GTC Web-Guides
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Colored weight discs are applied
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Attachment "A": Frequently Asked Questions (Continued)
2. Quality Supplier Performance Demerits, QRR
Why did I receive supplier delivery performance demerits for packaging? Ford
packaging engineers will issue Supplier Delivery Performance Demerits to export suppliers if
your company's material does not comply with the IMC specifications. Common Non-
Conformance material includes: Non-IMC sizes, No IMC printing, No IMC pallet, collapsed
loads with too much weight that require additional strength, and open-top pallet box
containers that do not allow stackability within the ISO-Sea container.
Can the Supplier Delivery Performance Demerits be rescinded? Once demerits have
been issue by Ford Supplier Performance they can not be removed without clear evidence
that supplier is not responsible for the concern.
Why did our company receive a QRR (North American supplied parts only)? A QRR is
a quality concern report generated by the affiliates in the export country. QRR's are quality
concerns raised against parts that were damaged during transit. Typically packaging related
QRR's are a result of Non-IMC packaging, collapsed loads, inadequate dunnage, etc.
Suppliers that receive packaging related QRR's are required to work with Ford Packaging
Engineering and Ford IEO Quality to determine the root cause of the problem and revise
their export packaging as needed. Remember, it is the supplier's responsibility to design
export packaging to ensure quality to the end point of use.
What is an ISPR and how do I need to respond to that? An ISPR (Inappropriate Shipping
Practice Report) is issued by the receiving plant and followed up through the material
handling & packaging engineer when material was inappropriately packed causing issues in
transport logistics. Suppliers are required to adhere to the specified packaging to avoid
concerns raised through an ISPR and to furthermore avoid de-merit procedures.
3. Dunnage, Pallets, Box Strength, Quantities
What dunnage (corner posts, cell dividers, bags, foam, VCI, etc) is required? It is the
suppliers' responsibility to determine the appropriate dunnage needed to ensure quality.
Can I use alternative pallet materials, designs, or sizes? No, all pallets must be made of
wood. Corrugated and plastic pallets are not allowed for export shipments. All standard IMC
sizes must be shipped on the IMC 1140x980x127mm; 39" x 45" x 5" block pallet, and must
meet the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) ISPM15 specification; Go to the
web sites indicated in the document for details.
Are IMC pallets required if I'm only shipping a few boxes? Yes, all shipments made to
the export consolidator are required to ship on the IMC specified block pallet.
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What if our parts are too heavy for the standard IMC boxes? Suppliers that exceed the
Ford Packaging Engineering recommended weight limits are required to add additional
strength to the carton in terms of increased board grade, corrugated box design, dunnage, or
corner posts, etc. Remember, the responsibility for ensuring component quality from your
plant to the point of use remains with you the supplier of the product. It is the suppliers'
responsibility to work with their corrugators to determine the appropriate packaging strengths
to apply to IMC boxes. If board grade is increased (i.e. from double wall to triple wall)
remember that the outside dimensions must continue to meet the IMC specified dimensions.
In other words, as board grade increases, the inside dimensions will decrease while the
outside dimensions must stay the same. Please also ensure that the stackability
requirements (as per section 7) are met.
How do I determine an appropriate standard carton quantity? Standard packaging
quantities need to be established based on the following principles: annual estimated volume
for the program, line feed requirements, FPS right sizing principles, weight limit
requirements, and optimum carton density rather than a specific quantity limit.
What if I can't achieve 95% cube utilization within the carton? Ford Packaging
Engineering understands that dictated carton sizes do not accommodate all parts. If you are
having trouble selecting an IMC pack that optimizes density please contact Ford Packaging
Engineering. Digital photos of your part, current packaging, and proposed packaging are
often required for Ford to evaluate your situation.
What if my export releases have large fluctuations? Since there are often large
fluctuations in release quantities for export part-by-part programs, IMC standard pack
quantities need to be defined to accommodate your average export release quantity.
Once a standard pack quantity is defined, what if I get an order for fewer pieces? Once
a standard pack is defined, all shipments must be made to accommodate a minimum of one
carton. In case of any phase out or pre build shipment the release quantity may be less than
the carton pack quantity and needs to be shipped as per release.
What if my unit load quantity exceeds the average weekly requirements? Your
packaging specification (EU1121, APA1121 or GPP) must be submitted based on a full unit
load quantity. However, your release quantity will be in either carton, layer or unit load
quantities.
4. IMC Printing, Weight Discs, Handholes
Why do I have to print the IMC number on the box? The IMC number is used by Ford
consolidation centers to sort IMC and Non-IMC material. The number is then used to
determine the appropriate cubing method to apply when building up unit loads.
What happens if the IMC number is not printed on the box? Export consolidator will not
recognize your box as IMC compliant. The box will then be placed in a one-way expendable
crate to ensure quality. The crating process may then trigger a supplier performance demerit.
CONTENT
Should the IMC number be on adjacent or opposite sides? Either is acceptable. Most
suppliers print on opposite sides of the box along the length panel of the box.
How large does the IMC printing have to be? The size of the printing depends on the IMC
box number used. Typically the printing is around 2"/50 mm high. However, smaller boxes
such as the IMC010 use smaller printing. It is important that the printing is located in the
center of the box to avoid being covered up by labeling and to make sure it is highly visible
for the consolidation center operators.
What are the Weight Disc specifications? Weight Discs like the IMC printing are usually
around 2"/50 mm. Slightly smaller or larger discs (1"/25mm-3"/76 mm) are also acceptable.
Are Weight Discs and Handholes required for unit load sized boxes (IMC190 and
above)? No. Weight Discs and Handholes are only required for IMC100 through IMC190
cartons
How do I determine the correct number of Handholes required? Follow the chart listed in
the IMC guidelines. The number of Handles correlates to the IMC Weight Disc color.
5. Packaging Data - GPP, EU1121, APA121 CMMS3
What is the purpose of submitting a GPP input or EU1121or APA1121? These forms are
used by Ford Packaging engineering to evaluate if your proposed dimensions and weights
are in line with the IMC strategy. If these characteristics are in line with the guidelines
"provisional or final approval" will be granted.
If Ford approved my packaging specification and it fails during implementation is it
Ford's responsibility? No, approval means that Ford Packaging Engineering agrees that
your export packaging proposal meets Ford box dimensions and weight limit requirements. It
is the suppliers' responsibility to ensure that the appropriate board grades, dunnage,
corrosion protection, etc is implemented to ensure quality.
Do I need to input my packaging data into CMMS? All suppliers located in North and
South America are required to input their export packaging data (e.g. all type of IMC
packaging codes) into the DAIA screen under the left hand side of the screen where it
indicates "Returnable & Export Containers Dtls".
All suppliers located outside North or South America but shipping into North or South
America are required to input their packaging data on the right hand side of the screen under
"Expendable Packaging Unit".
For Ford of Europe and Ford Asia Pacific regions, the DAIA CMMS screen will be maintained
by the Ford packaging engineer.
Who do I contact if I have questions regarding CMMS? Contact your Supply Chain
Follow-up Analyst
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6. Packaging Performance Testing
Is IMC packaging testing required prior to implementation? Testing is only required as
needed. Unless otherwise directed by Ford it is up you, the supplier, to determine the amount
and types of testing that will be needed to ensure quality shipments to export markets.
How do I conduct testing? As the supplier, you are the expert on your specific parts
sensitive features. It is up to the supplier to determine the appropriate testing methods and
work with your preferred testing labs to adequately test export packaging for ocean
shipments as needed.
7. Trial Shipments
How should I conduct a trial shipment? Ford Packaging Engineering highly recommends
that any trial shipment be shipped in accordance to your export releases. It is not
recommended that you ship material to the export consolidator that does not satisfy a current
release. If you conduct a trail shipment, be sure to contact Ford Packaging Engineering.
Failure to contact the appropriate engineer will result in your package flowing through the
transportation network without inspection.
8. IMC Special Case Design
What if all IMC sizes dont accommodate my part, when is a Special Case IMC
allowed? Special Case ISO-Modular Cartons are only allowed when none of the IMC sizes
will meet the unique needs of a specific part. Special Case ISO-Modular Cartons are
required to follow the same requirements stated in the guidelines with the exception of the
outside carton dimensions, corrugated printing and the appropriate pallet size.
How do I design an optimum Special Case IMC? Special case cartons are designed by
altering required ISO-Modular Carton dimensions to meet the needs of specific parts.
Remember, the primary objective of the IMC program is to facilitate direct material loading
into the ISO-Sea container. This means that you must select the appropriate packaging
material and dimensions to ensure stackability within the ISO-Sea container. The 45" (or
90" ) width is the most critical dimension due to the fact that the width dimension of an
ISO-Sea Container is 90". This dimension must be held in order to load cartons side by
side in an ISO-Sea Container. The 43" /1100mm maximum unit load height is second
critical dimension because of the ISO-Sea Container usable opening of 86". The length is
least critical dimension is of the carton. Try to design the length as close to 38, 51, 57, 66,
77, and 89 as possible. All Special Case IMC Sizes must be approved by Ford Export
Packaging Engineering.
Are IMC-Special Case cartons only allowed as unit load sized cartons? Typically, Yes.
Most IMC-SC designs involve unit load scenarios. Deviating small carton dimensions,
causes the entire "modular" theory of the IMC strategy to become void. The only way a
small carton dimension such as the height could be approved, as a special case design
would be if the release quantities were always in full layer quantities or full unit load
quantities.
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Can I simply label my current packaging as IMC-Special Case? Absolutely NOT!
Unless packaging engineering approves a special case design, it will not be acceptable.
Inappropriately labeled cartons will be subject to Supplier Performance Demerits.
Are Weight Discs and Handholes required for unit load sized IMC-SC designs? No,
Weight Discs and Handholes are only required for manually handable cartons.
What are the IMC Special Case Printing requirements? IMC cartons need to be labeled
with the appropriate IMC number. Any Special Case cartons must substitute the required
ISO-Modular Carton Number with the letters "SC" (Special Case). Example: IMC200 to IMC-
SC
9. Special Packaging Design
What if my parts require packaging other than corrugated carton?: If your part requires
special packaging please contact your Ford Packaging Engineer to discuss and select
another alternative (e.g. returnable container, expendable steel rack, wood crate, etc). If the
alternative pack requires a different commercial agreement this must be approved by the
Ford Buyer prior to packaging approval.
10. Commercial Issues
Is there a Ford preferred source to procure IMC boxes and pallets? There are
specialized packaging companies who can provide you with IMC standard cartons, IMC
special case cartons, pallets and accessories for your packaging. Contacts for some of these
packaging companies can be found in the attachment.
Is there a Ford preferred source to procure VCI for Rust sensitive parts? There are
specialized packaging companies who can provide you corrosion prevention materials and
corrosion management expertise. Some company contacts can be found in the attachment
What if there are commercial issues regarding implementation of IMCs? All commercial
issues must be handled through your designated Ford buyer. The IMC program has the
support of Ford Purchasing management worldwide.
How do I manage different Packaging for different locations? This is a supplier issue
that must be handled internally. Your company needs to recognize different packaging
requirements based on the ship to location even if the Ford part number is the same.
Suppliers are encouraged to contact their Ford packaging engineers to discuss solutions for
common packaging if applicable.
Will Ford assign separate part numbers? No. Ford will not assign different part numbers
because of different packaging requirements for different locations. It is up to the supplier to
handle this requirement internally.
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Attachment " B" : Contacts
1. North America Contact List
For d Mot or Company March 2013
Nor t h Amer i c a Pac k agi ng Cont ac t Li st
New Model Programs Vehicle Operations
Plant / Program Name Phone Email
Cuautitlan Assy Plant / B299 evo Caleb Conradi (313) 845-2531 cconradi@ford.com
Flat Rock Assy Plant / CD4.1 & S550 Karl Bacon (313) 390-4485 kbacon3@ford.com
Hermosillo Assy Plant / CD4.1 Karl Bacon (313) 390-4485 kbacon3@ford.com
Kansas City Assy Plant / V363 Michael Vanwert (313) 594-7342 mvanwert@ford.com
Leyanna DiGiovanni (313) 390-4487 ldigiov1@ford.com
Louisville Assy Plant / C489 & C520 Leyanna DiGiovanni (313) 390-4487 ldigiov1@ford.com
Existing Programs Vehicle Operations
Plant / Program Name Phone Email
Chicago Assembly Plant J amie Dugan (773) 322-1948 jdugan1@ford.com
Cuautitlan Assembly Plant Arian Torres 52-555-8997522 vtorre15@ford.com
Dearborn Truck Plant Mark Phillips (313) 845-1468 mphill16@ford.com
Dan Eichholtz (313) 845-1820 jeichhol@ford.com
Detroit Chassis Plant Raymond Baillargeon (313) 743-2317 rbaillar@ford.com
Flat Rock Assembly Plant Fred Ochtel (313) 502-7621 fochtel@ford.com
Hermosillo Assembly Plant Marisol Leon 52-662-2598893 mleon29@ford.com
Kansas City Assembly Plant Brian Mcaninch (816) 459-1552 bmcaninc@ford.com
Chris Fenner (816) 459-1634 cfenner@ford.com
Kentrucky Truck Plant J eff Haysley (502) 429-2314 jhaysley@ford.com
Louisville Assembly Plant Todd McFarland (502) 357-6150 tmcfarl1@ford.com
Michigan Assembly Plant Steve Keating (734) 467-9488 skeatin2@ford.com
Oakville Assembly Plant Raj Ramsaroop (905) 853-3536 rramsaro@ford.com
Ohio Assembly Plant Dave Eaton (440) 282-1280 deaton7@ford.com
New Model Programs Powertrain Operation - Engine
Plant Name Phone Email
Chihuahua Engine Plant (I-4) Gustavo Baca 52-614-1580366 gbaca@ford.com
(V8 Diesel)
Fernando Ruiz 52-614-4294062 fruiz37@ford.com
Cleveland Engine Plant Drew Doty (313) 390-1542 ddoty@ford.com
Dearborn Engine Plant Darren Tatum (313) 390-4510 dtatum@ford.com
Essex Engine Plant Brad Walker (313) 390-5058 bwalke10@ford.com
Lima Engine Plant Darren Tatum (313) 390-4510 dtatum@ford.com
Rawsonville Componet Plant Steve Birman (313) 248-3147 sbirman@ford.com
Brad Walker (313) 390-5058 bwalke10@ford.com
Romeo Engine Plant Brad Walker (313) 390-5058 bwalke10@ford.com
Windsor Engine Plant Brad Walker (313) 390-5058 bwalke10@ford.com

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Nor t h Amer i c a Pac k agi ng Cont ac t Li st
Existing Programs Powertrain Operation - Engine
Chihuahua Engine Plant (I-4) Gustavo Baca 52-614-1580366 gbaca@ford.com
(V8 Diesel)
Fernando Ruiz 52-614-4294062 fruiz37@ford.com
Cleveland Engine Plant Eric J urs (216) 676-3548 ejurs@ford.com
Dearborn Engine Plant Darren Tatum (313) 390-4510 dtatum@ford.com
Essex Engine Plant J oe Bondy (313) 910-9526 jbondy1@fordf.com
Lima Engine Plant (D35/7) Gerald Wurth (419) 226-7075 gwurth@ford.com
(Nano) Kyle Klein (419) 226-7056 kklein28@ford.com
Rawsonville Componet Plant Ed Lustenader (734) 484-8482 elustena@ford.com
Romeo Engine Plant Lori Clark (586)752-8001 lclark18@ford.com
Windsor Engine Plant Enzo Grado (519) 257-2362 egrado@ford.com
New Model Programs Powertrain Operation - Transmission
Livonia Transmission Plant J ohn Rumschlag (313) 323-1412 jrumsch@ford.com
Sharonville Transmission Plant Brandon West (313) 390-1935 bwest29@ford.com
Sterling Plant Brandon West (313) 390-1935 bwest29@ford.com
Van Dyke Transmissioj Plant Kevin Walsh (313) 594-1688 kwalsh@ford.com
Existing Programs Powertrain Operation - Transmission
Livonia Transmission Plant Ken Sammons (734) 523-5863 ksammons@ford.com
Sharonville Transmission Plant J ames Whitlock (513) 782-7037 jwhitloc@ford.com
Sterling Plant Matthew Smith (586) 405-8177 msmith70@ford.com
Van Dyke Transmission Plant Courtney Edmunds (586) 826-6183 cshaw21@ford.com
Marty Schmuckel (586) 826-6166 mschmuc3@ford.com
2. South America Contact List
For d Mot or Company
March 2013
Sout h Amer i c a Pac k agi ng Cont ac t Li st
Responsibility Name Address Phone Email
Brasil Vehicle &
Argentina
Operations
Mauricio
Godone
AV DO TABOAO, 899,
Sao Bernardo de Campo -
SP, CEP 09655-900 Brasil
Tel: +55 11-4174 9655
Fax +55 11-4174 8969
mgodone@ford.com
Brasil
Powertrain
Operations
Leonardo
Fujioka
Avenida Charles
Schneider, 2222, Taubate -
SP, CEP 12040-001 Brasil
Tel: +55 12-3625 7038
Fax +55 12-3625 7293
lfujioka@ford.com
Venezuela
Operations
Morella
Ruiz
Avenida Henry Ford, Zona
Industrial Sur, 354;
Valencia, Carabobo;
Venezuela
Tel: +58-241-8746372
Fax +58-241-8746276
mruiz13@ford.com
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3. Europe Contact List
Eur opean Pac k agi ng Cont ac t Li st
Vehicle Operations
All 'B' Car
Responsibility Name Phone Email
Klaus Kiesewetter +49 221 901 2153 kkiesewe@ford.com
J rg Honsdorf +49 221 901 4897 jhonsdor@ford.com
Rob Argles +44 1268 402541 rargles@ford.com
Phill Scott +44 1268 401016 pscott50@ford.com
Cologne Plant Volkan Aydinlar +49 221 902 9721 vaydinla@ford.com
Karin Monix +49 221 901 3524 kmonix@ford.com
Craiova Plant Pastorela Mihai +40-372-516421 pmihai@ford.com
All 'C' Car
Rob Liggins +44 126840 2538 rliggins@ford.com
Cliff Graham +44 126840 2654 cgraham@ford.com
Bill Clissold +44 126840 2286 bclissol@ford.com
Holger Busch +49 221 901 6803 hbusch1@ford.com
Stephan Peschmann +49 221 901 6720 speschma@ford.com
Markus Krueger +49 221 901 8350 mkruege3@ford.com
Saarlouis Plant J ean-Marie Delettre +49-6831-924658 jdelettr@ford.com
Valencia Plant J acinto Azorin Martin +34 96 1791226 jazorinm@ford.com
Nerea Fernndez de Liger +34 96 179 2581 nferna19@ford.com
Beatriz Yaqe Aparicido +34 96 179 1768 byagueap@ford.com
All 'CD' Car
Brett Stevens +44 126840 1794 bsteve17@ford.com
Rainer Arend +49 221 901 6789 rarend@ford.com
Genk Plant (PTA) Peter Peters +32 89 616798 ppeters@ford.com
Genk Plant (MS&B) J ean-Marie Withofs +32-89-616784 jwithofs@ford.com
Edwin Coemans +32-89-619896 ecoeman1@ford.com
All Transit
Geoff Chamberlain +44 1268 40 1013 gchambe2@ford.com
Holger Busch +49 221 901 6803 hbusch1@ford.com
Turkey Plant Yildirim Yolcu +90-262-3155547 yyolcu@ford.com.tr
Southampton Plant David Holloway +44 2380 587690 dhollow6@ford.com
New Model Programs MH&PE VO
Packaging Coordinator
Always quote your 5 digit GSDB supplier code when communicating with MH&PE and
Container Service Providers
For dSol l er s March 2013
Pac k agi ng Cont ac t Li st
Yuri Babain +7-495-7459700 YBABAIN1@ford.com
Pavel Eroshkin +7-495-7459217 PEROSHKI@ford.com
Maxim Mescheryakov +7-495-7459700 MMESCHER@ford.com
St Petersburg Yana Kosenko +7-812-3467151 ykosenko@ford.com
New Model Programs MH&PE
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Eur opean Pac k agi ng Cont ac t Li st
Plant
Current
Engines
Name Email
Positio
n
Tel No.
Mail
Symbol
2L & 2.2L Puma Kevin Cole kcole4@ford.com
Senior
Packaging
Eng
+44-208-526
2262
GB 3/205
3L V6 Lion & 1.8D Steve Tutte stutte@ford.com
Senior
Packaging
Eng
+44-208-526
2202
GB 3/205
1.4L & 1.6L Tiger Andrew Daly adaly1@ford.com
Senior
Packaging
Eng
+44-208-526
4055
GB05/00
B-G02-A
Cologne Engine
Plant
1.0L Fox
Thorsten
Heidenfelder
THEIDENF@ford.co
m
Packaging
Eng
+49-221-901
6396
D-NW/E-
116
Craiova Engine
Plant
1.0L Fox; 1.5L
Sigma
Ioan Manuel
Mihulescu
mmihules@ford.com
Mat.Handl.
Engineer
+40-372-
516178
RO-01
Manolo Navarro
Gonzalez
MNAVARRO@ford.c
om
Senior
Packaging
Eng
+34-96-179
3016
E-AM/LF-
40
Elvira Romaguera
Mart
MROMAGUE@ford.
com
Packaging
Eng
+34-96-179
1383
E-AM/LF-
41
Hommie Parvini hparvini@ford.com
Senior
Packaging
Eng
+44 1656
67 2537
GB
25/117
Brett J ames bjames13@ford.com
Packaging
Eng
+44 1656
67 2493
GB
25/117
Bridgend
Engine Plant
1.2L, 1.4L & 1.6L
Sigma
& 5L V6 AJ 133;
AJ 126
Ex i st i ng Pr ogr ammes - Eur opean PTO Engi ne Pac k agi ng Engi neer i ng Cont ac t Li st
Dagenham
Engine Plant
Valencia Engine
Plant
1.8L, 2L & 2.3L
i4's
Plant
Future
Engines
Name Email Position Tel No.
Mail
Symbol
tbe tbe Supervisor
Caroline
Guest
cguest4@ford.com
Senior Pack-
aging Eng
+44 1268
40 1682
GB 15/4A-
M04
Errol Noel enoel1@ford.com Packaging Eng
+44 1268
40 1684
GB 15/4A-
M04
Cologne & Craiova
Engine Plants
1.0L Fox Danny Clark dclar124@ford.com Packaging Eng
+44 1268
40 1836
GB 15/4A-
M04
Craiova Engine
Plant
5L Sigma
Andrew
Smallman
asmallm2@ford.com Packaging Eng
+44 1656
67 2056
GB 25/117
Dagenham Engine
Plant
2L & 2.2L Puma
EU5, Lion EU6
Aron
McGinness
AMCGINN5@ford.com Packaging Eng
+44 1268
40 1022
GB 15/4A-
M04
Dagenham Engine
Plant
Tiger EU6 Danny Clark dclar124@ford.com Packaging Eng
+44 1268
40 1836
GB15/4A-
M04-A
Bridgend Engine
Plant
3L V6 AJ 126
Leighton
J ohnson
ljohn455@ford.com Packaging Eng
+44 1656
67 2056
GB 25/117
Bridgend Engine
Plant
1.5L Sigma
Andrew
Smallman
asmallm2@ford.com Packaging Eng
+44 1656
67 2056
GB 25/117
New Pr ogr ammmes - Eur opean PTO Engi ne Pac k agi ng Engi neer i ng Cont ac t Li st
All European
Engine Plants
All Future
Projects
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4. Asia Pacific Contact List
APA Pac k agi ng Cont ac t Li st
Vehicle Operations
Ram Kumar +91 4467403788 gramkum6@ford.com
Pragadeesh +91 4467403349 kpragade@ford.com
Poonsak +66 38954111-4205 pchodcho@ford.com
Eric +86 2551187905 fqu@ford.com
Arun Prasad +91 4467403347 parunpra@ford.com
Ananth Padmanabhan +91 4467403210 ranant11@ford.com
M Usha +91 4467407156 musha4@ford.com
Sridhar S +91 4467403348 ssridh25@ford.com
Santosh KV +91 4467403335 ksantho1@ford.com
PTO Operations
M Usha +91 4467407156 musha4@ford.com
RSR/ESR - VO & PTO
Praveen +91 4467403340 rpravee9@ford.com
J ohn J acob +91 4467407193 jjacob96@ford.com
Concern Handling - VO
Sundaresan +91 4467403345 smuruge5@ford.com
Arun Prasad +91 4467403347 parunpra@ford.com
Concern Handling - PTO
All Models Arun Prasad +91 4467403347 parunpra@ford.com
All Models
Always quote your 5 digit GSDB supplier code when communicating with MH&PE and
Container Service Providers
'B' Car - New Model Launches
'C/ CD / D' Car - New Model
Launches
'T / U / V' Car - New Model
Launches
All Models
All Models

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Attachment " C" : Recommended Packaging Suppliers
1. North America
March 2013
Name Name Function Phone Email
Dave Cislo IMC Orders (734) 414-7556 dcislo@packagingcorp.com
Gary Thompson Sales (734) 558-1356 gthompson@packagingcorp.com
Christopher Pannecouck Sales (734) 414-7550 cpannecouck@packagingcorp.com
Steve Ford Sales (248) 640-6337 steveford@viaemail.org
Mike McMillan Sales (734) 915-0033 mikem@kampspallets.com
Steve Gulda Sales (248) 881-4165 sgulda@ntic.com
Packaging Corporation
of America IMC
Standard Corrugated
Cartons
Packaging Corporation
of America IMC
Special Case
Corrugated Designs
Packaging Concepts &
Design IMC Special
Case Corrugated
Designs
Kamps Export Block
Pallets (MI, IN, KY, OH
& IL)
Northern Technologies
VCI Rust Inhibitor
2. Europe and Turkey
March 2013
Name Name Function Phone Email
Emma Kimberley Orders/Commercial +44-145-5892987 emma.kimberley@sca.com
Richard Barker Technical/Design +44-145-5892972 richard.d.barker@sca.com
Locations: http://www.scapackaging.com/en/sca-packaging-locations/
SCAdelta can also supply IMC carton sheet board to your packaging supplier.
For all IMC and sheet board orders please contact the above SCAdelta personnel:
SCAdelta IMC
Standard
Corrugated
Cartons or Sheet
Board

CONTENT
3. Asia Pacific & Africa
March 2013
Markets
Supplier
Name
Supplier
Contacts
Address E - Mail Telephone
India
Panoply
Pack-
agings
Rajendra Bafna
Panoply Packagings PVT Ltd
Survey No 205 & 206, Aarneri Village,
Pondur B.O, Sriperumbudur 602105.
panoplypackagings@g
mail.com
Tel: +91 44 27107300/01/02
Mobile: +91 98401 54033
Hangyu J ack He
Shangang Industrial Park, Yangshe,
Zhangjiagang, 215638, China
hezhong@hangyupack.
com
http://www.hangyupack
.com
Tel: 86-86-512-58548236
Fax: 86-512 56766891
Mobile: 86-133-8229-9848
Tri-Wall Viki Wu
Rm.A5,20F, J iangsu Building, No.528,
Laoshan Road,Pudong, Shanghai,
200122, China
viki@tri-wall.com.cn
http://tri-wall.com.cn
Tel: 86-21-3375 8856
Fax: 86-21-3375 4100
Mobile: 86-13915832231
HSL
Internatio-
nal
Ms.Pornpen
Woracharttrakul
Team Leader -
Marketing
HSL international Company Ltd
19/2 MU 4 THA KHAI MUEANG
CHACHOENGSAO
newproject@hslinter.co
.th
pornpen.hsl@gmail.co
m
Tel : +66 038 847 507-9 #501
Fax : +66 038 847 510
Mobile : +66 0818616788
Tri-Wall
K.J atupat
Triwall Packaging Ltd
99/24, Moo 10, Bypass Chonburi -
Pattaya Road
Tambol Nongkhom, Amphur Sriracha,
Chonburi, Thailand - 20230.
jatupat@tri-wall.co.th
center@tri-wall.co.th
Tel : +66 038 339393-96
Fax : +66 038 339397
Mobile : +66 038 863155988
Box
Makers
Grand Brown Box Makers ,Seaview, Port Elizabeth,
grant@boxmakers.co.z
a
Tel : 041-3781735
Fax : 041 378 2599
Cell : +27826514833
PTA Box J ean J ansen
PTA BOX,
424 Van Riebeck street
Hermanstad Pretoria ,
jean@ptabox.co.za
Tel : 012 379 9057 / 9
Fax : 012 377 2894
Cell : +27823762315
China
Thailand
South
Africa

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