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About Astrid

G'day! My name is Astrid Groeneveld. I am a Cordstrap specialist at Cargo Restraint Systems Pty Ltd. Cargo Restraint Systems Pty Ltd is Australia's exclusive partner for Cordstrap cargo securing solutions. Since 1965, Cordstraps has been the undisputed global leading company in R&D, Manufacturing and Training in Cargo Securing Solutions. Across Australia I assist companies with strong and safe solutions to safely secure and ship their products and eliminate cargo damage. With my blog posts I try to provide useful information about rules, regulations, safe practices, tips and guidance about cargo securing; and about the latest breakthrough innovations on the market. I have worked for Cordstrap in China from 2009 - 2012, in Malaysia from 2012 - 2014 and joined Cargo Restraint Systems Pty Ltd in Australia in 2015. I hope you enjoy these posts and that you find them helpful. Please get in touch with me anytime via email or LI if you have any questions, or if there is anything I can help you with. Cheers, Astrid

Steel Coils and Rolling Pins | How To Safely Secure Steel Coils for Transport

Cargo Securing and a Rolling Pin

How to safely secure steel coils for transport by road, rail, or sea

During our 1on1 training sessions, we sometimes compare cargo securing referring with a wink to normal daily activities and tools.

Let’s explore how cargo securing, more specifically securing round steel object, such as steel coils and pipe, compares to using a rolling pin, a kitchen utensil we all know and use to […]

Trust me I am an engineer

Trust me – I am an engineer

…and tips on how to avoid dangerous situations when securing your cargo

Some funny images one of our team showed in the office today:

There are many inventive solutions to immediate problems but a number of them could lead to some very serious personal disasters like electrocution or scissors flying out of the electric drill.

When […]

Why you should not knot or twist polyester webbing or lashing

Never knot polyester lashings or webbing

We won’t tie you up or twist your arm, but please DO NOT KNOT and avoid twisting of your lashing straps at all times!

The Port of Brisbane is an exciting place to drive around; the busy container terminals, container vessels, yards with windmills, new construction going up (which is nothing but amazing at the moment) and having […]

February 19th, 2024|Flat Rack Lashing, Lashing|

Must know info for Australian exporters to the USA in 2024

Must know info for Australian Exporters to the USA in 2024

Railcars in the USALike Australia, the United States are a huge country. Freight that arrives in one of the multiple USA Sea Ports needs further transport to its final destination. This is usually done by either road, rail or a combination thereof. If your cargo ships by rail in the USA, this […]

Calculating Correct Weight Distribution in Shipping Containers

 Calculating correct weight distribution in containers

Ice skating in the NetherlandsGrowing up in the Netherlands, one of the greatest excitements was ice skating on our many rivers and canals. Unfortunately there could be years without any ice, as our winters are often too mild. If it does get cold enough, the ice usually only lasts for a […]

Container Cargo Securing | Are You Compliant?

Is Your Container Cargo Securing System Compliant and Certified?

damaged cargo in container

Proper cargo securing prevents cargo from getting damaged during transport. It also reduces the chances of personal and environmental incidents.

A recent study showed that 65% of all container incidents are the result of poorly packed, blocked or secured cargo.

Australian CoR and Road Safety

If an (roll-over) incident happens […]

Securing Break Bulk Cargo on Vessels

Securing Break Bulk Cargo on Vessels

Eliminating the loss of tension with dynamic cargo securing solutions

Break bulk cargo shipped on board of ships can be exposed to extreme external influences.

Securing breakbulk cargo is a complex, dangerous and risky business.

Traditional securing methods require multiple operators, can damage the cargo, expose operators to […]

July 7th, 2023|Uncategorized|

Securing Mixed HazMat Container Loads

Securing Mixed (HazMat) Container Loads

Container cargo is subjected to relentless threats throughout transit due to movement and weather conditions. Goods can be damaged, supply chains disrupted and additional costs can be involved to remanufacture.

We believe there is a better way and offer solutions that engineering out risk.

Securing a mixed container load with HazMat materials, often is a daunting task for chemical companies and we are asked for assistance. When shipping chemicals […]

Why your cargo always moves

Why Your Cargo Always Moves

Let’s just start this post with a short video.

The mechanics of our oceans

Some basic principles/understanding of the mechanics of our oceans and how this influences the way in which a (cargo) vessel moves, and what effect this has on your container and the cargo inside this container.

Even though at a glance an ocean may appear flat, it is anything but. Wave action, currents, and […]

Cargo Protection Solutions For Shipping Containers For 2023 And Beyond

Container Cargo Protection Solutions For 2023 and Beyond

The latest technology and innovations in Container Cargo Protection Solutions that will ensure your valuable cargo reaches its destination well secured and undamaged.

As Australia’s leader in providing container cargo protection solutions, we work together with our customers. We understand your challenges and can design and implement safe, efficient and internationally compliant, certified cargo securing solutions for you.

Our container protection solutions combine Cordstrap lashing, including […]

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