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LOGISTICS MANUALRELEASED 01/2019

2Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH

Content

Objective Canadian Solar Logistics…………………………………………………. 3

Transport Mode……………………………………………………………………………… 4

Containers……………………………………………………………………………………… 5

Trucks…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

Pallets…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7

Storage…………………………………………………………………………………………… 8

Customs Clearance…………………………………………………………………………. 15

Packaging/Labeling………………………………………………………………………… 9

Unpacking/Handling………………………………………………………………………. 12

Modules Weight / Dimensions…............................................................... 17


Objective

Canadian Solar understands that the quality of logistics is decisive and an essential part to thestrategic success of our company as well as of our customers.

This Logistics Manualis designed to explain our logistical conditions such as transport modes, packaging, the corresponding handling of our modules we provide among other logistics valueadded services.


Transport Mode

Canadian Solar modules are transported on pallets andcomponents in cartons. We offer deliveries in containerand trucks.

Inland

International


Pallets and Cardboard

• Our pallets are mainly composed of plywoodand cardboard

• According to the ISPM (International Standards for Phytosanitary Measure) rules ofinternational shipping , plywood andcardboard do not require a fumigationcertificate

• Pallets are wrapped in plastic and are double stacked

• Pallets are four-way-pallets and can be storedand handled from every side and in everydirection


Containers

Unloading the double pallets using a loading dock

• Loading dock must be flush and on the same level asthe truck or container

• Our pallets are customized and bigger than a standard european pallet to provide proper transport for the modules but they can be handledwith a european forklift.

• In order to carry the pallets from the short edge theusage of extended forks are necessar

Canadian Solar offers 20ft, 40ft and 40ft High Cube general puropse containers


Trucks

Different kind of trucks

✓ Standard Trucks

✓ Guardrail Trucks

✓ Flatbed Trucks

✓ Curtain Side Trucks

• Our common truck used is the Standard Truck

• The Curtain Side truck can be used if theconsignee cannot provide a loading dock

• Based on forklift capabilities 4 pallets at once canbe unloaded

• Pallets shall be placed closely to each other andsecured with required lashing (according tonational traffic laws) to prevent from moving


Storage

Our modules can be stored in 2 different ways

✓ High Rack StorageMaximum 2 pallets are to be stackedon top of each other in racks

✓ Bulk Storage• Pallets should be stored on hard and flat

ground• Maximum 2 pallets are to be stacked on top

of each other• Do not stand on top of the pallets or

loose modules


Packaging – Labeling _ 1/2

Material code

Pallet Group ID

Pallet ID

Serial No.


Packaging – Labeling _ 2/2

Our modules fulfill the VDE standards

Every module is labeled with a bar code (128 standard) on the exterior of the frame


Unpacking Instructions _ general

• The modules are packed vertically on the long side in the box

• Pallets should be placed on a flat area before unpacking

• Always have two workers to carry modules out of the box

• Always use both hands when handling the modules


Unpacking _ 1/2

• Disconnect / Remove the three packagingbelts

• Open/Remove the upper cover of the box• Disconnect/Remove the vertical and upper

horizontal packaging belts

• Tear off the hook and remove it from theupper front cover


Unpacking _ 2/2

• Bend the front cover along the middle cuttingline

• Two workers peel off cardboard tapes at bothends of one module at a time

• The tapes need to be rolled up as shown on the picture

• Two workers take the module out off the box• Repeat the peeling• Remove modules one at a time


Customs Clearance _ 1/2

The World Customs Organization createsinternational classification (HS codes) for all traded products.

HS Code = Harmonized Item Description andCoding System

A code is designed to show the various rulesapplying to products when being importedinto a country / the EU.

TARIC = Integrated Tariff of the European Communities


Customs Clearance _ 2/2

Product HS Code Produced in

Solar panels with mono-crystaline modules 8541 4090 00 China

Solar panels with poly-crystaline modules 8541 4090 00 China

Solar panels with mono-crystaline modules 8541 4090 00 Taiwan

Solar panels with poly-crystaline modules 8541 4090 00 Taiwan

Solar panels with mono-crystaline modules 8541 4090 00 Others

Solar panels with poly-crystaline modules 8541 4090 00 Others

Connector 8541 9000 00 China

Jumper Cable 8544 4290 90 China

Disconnect Tools 8206 0000 00 China

Toolkit 8206 0000 00 China

Repairing tape 3919 1080 90 China

Silicone 3506 9900 00 China

HS Codes applicable for modules, components and tools

You can always contact Canadian Solar for detailed information!


Product Measurements(Frame F9 and F16)


Single Module – F9


Single Module – F16 _ 1/2


Single Module – F16 _ 2/2


Cartons – F9


Cartons – F16 _ 1/2


Cartons – F16 _ 2/2


Pallets – F9


Pallets – F16 _ 1/2


Pallets – F16 _ 2/2


Pallets per Container – F9


Pallets per Container – F16 _ 1/2


Pallets per Container – F16 _ 2/2


Pieces (modules) per Container – F9


Pieces (modules) per Container – F16 _ 1/2


Pieces (modules) per Container – F16 _ 2/2


Weight & Volume 20ft Container – F9


Weight & volume 20ft Container – F16 _ 1/2


Weight & Volume 40ft Container – F9


Weight & Volume 40ft HQ Container – F9


Weight & volume 40ft HQ Container – F16 _ 1/2


Weight & volume 40ft HQ Container – F16 _ 2/2


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