Abstract: A package handling system for handling and transporting a load comprises two spaced apart skid runners molded from an expandable polystyrene or other polyolefin expanded bead, and a high impact polystyrene film. Each runner has a first surface designed to contact a load supporting surface and second surface contoured to accommodate a specific load, and a polystyrene skid applied coextensive with the first side. Optionally, the length of the first side has a plurality of grooves. The system can be used in combination with corner post supports and/or one or more top pieces. A method of packaging a load is also disclosed.