ABSTRACT: GR-2759 provides requirements for the preparation and delivery of most hardware products provided to a telecommunications company. It defines the appropriate level of tracking and labeling information; including marking, packing, packaging, and palletization requirements. it also defines the necessary mechanical, electrical, and environmental protection needed to deliver the equipment to a telecommunications company.

GR-2759:

• Helps ensure safe and reliable delivery of products to telecommunications service providers and efficient product tracking and inventory controls
• Reduces percentage of equipment received damaged from mechanical and electrostatic stress
• Provides a document that telecommunications service providers can use in procurement contracts to specify requirements for product marking, packing, packaging, and palletization of hardware from their suppliers.

• Provides detailed references for hazardous material reduction requirements for Europe and China
• Specifies a requirement to minimize heavy metals in products and packaging and meet requirements of local jurisdictions in this area
• References the latest marking technologies, including RFID
• Marking requirements now include two-dimensional (2D) symbol labeling references
• Contains current references for industry, national and international guidelines, and standards.