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I had decided to not pursue squonking or mesh coils. But I recently mistakenly bought a mesh rta so had to add mesh wire to the stockup list. But by the looks of it, it would probably accept a conventional coil.

In this thread and another I have been told that mesh is easily found from non-vape suppliers. But I have no idea who sells it. As far as I can see, Temco doesn't have it, but I didn't look really hard.

Anyway, if so, then no need to stock up on mesh if you want to use mesh.
 

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If you don't know how they route deliveries, ...

The Big 3 Carriers usually use a "Righthand Algorithm" for Urban areas.

The Concept is that Turning Right as much as possible might not be Ultimate Quickest way to get a Route done. But the Accident Rates and Driver Burnout Rates is lower when you do.
 

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The Big 3 Carriers usually use a "Righthand Algorithm" for Urban areas.

The Concept is that Turning Right as much as possible might not be Ultimate Quickest way to get a Route done. But the Accident Rates and Driver Burnout Rates is lower when you do.


Well usually UPS ground seems to deliver to commercial addresses first, which is understandable, but I have gotten packages in the mornings. Usually after 3PM, though. Usually.
 
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    I've only ever got UPS/Fedex deliveries that late during Christmas season. This past December I actually got US mail at around 7PM once.
    My us mail is generally more reliable 11:30-12. UPS and FedEx not so very. If they get a new driver who doesn't recognize that I live in the back of a duplex in a row of single dwelling houses, thus I am the only one with an address on the back street. Everybody else's address is on the main street and their backyards face the back street. If the driver can't see that I'm not somebody's back yard, he won't deliver at all.
     
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    Vapeon4Life

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    Anyone here own a vape/smoke shop? - Or do you know any vape/smoke shop owners???

    Are they now stocking up like crazy in anticipation of the coming boom in brick and mortar sales?

    Have you asked them IF they will let you order online and have the item{s} shipped to them if you pay them a transaction fee ???
     

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    Anyone here own a vape/smoke shop? - Or do you know any vape/smoke shop owners???

    Are they now stocking up like crazy in anticipation of the coming boom in brick and mortar sales?

    Have you asked them IF they will let you order online and have the item{s} shipped to them if you pay them a transaction fee ???
    I visited my local vape shop for the first time a week or so ago. The owner told me he would be happy to try to order whatever I needed, to see if he could get it. I would expect him to mark it up for his profit. I think that might be how you'd have to do it.
     

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    I visited my local vape shop for the first time a week or so ago. The owner told me he would be happy to try to order whatever I needed, to see if he could get it. I would expect him to mark it up for his profit. I think that might be how you'd have to do it.
    The way I see it - 'Some' dealers might allow you to purchase online and ship directly to them {USPS will still allow B to B shipping} and then complete the retail purchase in their store for a fee.
     

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    With my nic from heartland I also ordered 100 100ml LDPE bottles (which include caps and tips) and 100 extra caps of a different color. I wanted to order 100 spare tips but they were out. The tips get damaged easily when I fill certain tanks.

    When I got the package today, not only did I get the tips that came with the bottles but also got another 100 tips packed with the spare caps. :thumbs:
    But the description clearly says that the caps are only caps, no tips.

    Back in late 2019 or early 2020 they sent some polycone caps that arrive in pieces and they never responded to my email. I just let it go.

    I guess we're even now. :D
     

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    {USPS will still allow B to B shipping}

    According to heartland, that's not clear yet...

    Vape Mail Ban/PACT ACT
    Due to the Pact Act, we will stop accepting orders for shipment through UPS 03-25-2021 to ensure all orders are shipped out before the Mail Ban. Current order processing times are longer than normal due to an extreme influx in order quantities. Please be patient with us during this time of change.

    Keep an eye on our website. The Propylene Glycol market is currently volatile. Logistic and manufacturing companies are backed up due to the pandemic and weather interruptions. This is causing a global supply issue and significant cost increase of product.

    We are working with legal and special interest business groups to implement plans moving forward. We are being forced to cease all shipments to retail consumers. The primary focus of HeartlandVapes has always been wholesale. We expect our brick-and-mortar customers to have substantial growth. We have always been loyal to our stores and will continue to be. Thank you all for being our customer. We love you!
    Our current plan:
    Ship orders out as freight LTL (less than truck load) palletized shipments.

    Explore shipping to surrounding states once a month, meeting at a designated area.


    Encourage all customers to order and pick up at our facility 333 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK

    Ship USPS if feasible and allowed. We do not know until they post the regs.

    What you can do:

    Work with industry partners in your area, group buy to offset shipping costs.

    Improve inventory management and order once a month.

    Drive to our manufacturing facility and pick up orders.

    Get involved with advocacy groups

    FILL OUT OUR PACT/ACT FORM
     

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    Is there really any point to the UPS "Follow My Delivery" live map? This is the 2nd or 3rd time I bothered to try it and every time it's the same. Truck goes from 3 blocks away to the southwest of me, then I check it later and it's 20+ blocks away to the northeast of me. If I check it again it'll be here then there then god knows where else maybe a mile away :lol:

    If you don't know how they route deliveries, it's a pointless "tool". It's like watching an ant walking on the sidewalk and wondering which direction he'll turn next at any given second. :blink:
    Wait until he shows up and tell him you enjoyed watching his route all day. Ours taking a long time making deliveries to an apartment complex nearby every time I tracked. A) he had no idea we could see where the truck was. B) He turned bright red when I mentioned they must get tons of deliveries at the complex, because he sure was there a long time :lol:
    New driver however is quite prompt. ;)
     

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    Wait until he shows up and tell him you enjoyed watching his route all day. Ours taking a long time making deliveries to an apartment complex nearby every time I tracked. A) he had no idea we could see where the truck was. B) He turned bright red when I mentioned they must get tons of deliveries at the complex, because he sure was there a long time :lol:
    New driver however is quite prompt. ;)

    Well I don't like to get on their bad side. I actually don't care when my deliveries come, I was hoping to get to the post office today but didn't want to leave because I had nic coming. I'll just go tomorrow.
    I like my UPS guy. Fedex is another story.
     
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