Oh-oh, there's a fight brewing between two of PPRuNe's resident experts!
Trouble is, there's no argument to be had.
I know how manufacturers bulk-ship things.
I know how people who have to regularly shift around large amounts of kit (e.g TV companies filming on location) do things.
I know how I've done things (both moving my own stuff as well as shipping for others).
Putting stuff in the hold is absolutely fine. All you need is a little bit of common sense, no need for excessive amounts of bubble wrap or foam.
I'm fedup with people treating their technology as if it was some sort of new-born baby. Its not, you don't need to, all that you need is a modicum of common sense.