Mr . Jones , shall we now discuss the packaging ?
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user
Very well . You know , we have definite ways of packaging garments . As to blouses , we use a polythene wrapper for each article , all ready for window display .
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assistant
Good . A wrapping that catches the eye will certainly help push the sales . With competition from similar garments producers , the merchandise must not only be good value but also look attractive .
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user
Right you are . We'll see to it that the blouses appeal to the eye as well as to the purse .
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assistant
What about the outer packing ?
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user
We'll pack them 10 dozens to one carton , gross weight around 25 kilos a carton .
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assistant
Cartons ?
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user
Yes , corrugated cardboard boxes .
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assistant
Could you use wooden cases instead ?
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user
Why use wooden cases ?
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assistant
I'm afraid the cardboard boxes are not strong enough for such a heavy load .
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user
The cartons are comparatively light , and therefore easy to handle . They won't be stowed away with the heavy cargo . The stevedores will see to that . Besides , we'll reinforce the cartons with straps . Silk blouses are not fragile goods . They can stand a lot of jolting .
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assistant
Maybe you are right , but the goods are to be transhipped at Hamburg or London . If the boxes are moved about on an open wharf , the dampness or rain may get into them . This would make the blouses spotted or ruined .
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user
No need to worry about that . The cartons lined with plastic sheets are waterproof , and as the boxes are made of cardboard , they will be handled with care .
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assistant
Well , I don't want to take any chances . Besides , cartons are easy to cut open , and this increases the risk of pilferage .
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user
Tampering with cartons is easily detected . I should say that this rather discourages pilferage .
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assistant
Maybe so , but I'm afraid that in case of damage or pilferage , the insurance company will refuse compensation on the ground of improper packing , or packing unsuitable for sea voyage .
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user
But cartons are quite seaworthy . They are extensively used in our shipments to continental ports . There are never any complaints from our clients , and our insurance company has also approved such packing for W . P . A . and T . P . N . D .
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assistant
If you could guarantee compensation in case the insurance com - any refuses to honor a claim for faulty packing , we would be quite willing to accept cartons .
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user
I'm sorry , but we can't take on any responsibility that is beyond our functions and powers . We'll make sure that the packing is seaworthy , but we can't commit ourselves to being responsible for every kind of mishap .
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assistant
I can understand your position . Perhaps I'm asking too much .
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user
We'll use wooden cases if you insist , but the charge for packing will be considerably higher , and it also slows delivery .
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assistant
Well , I'll call you immediately for instructions on the matter .
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user
Please do . I'll be waiting for your reply .
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assistant