Tips, Resources and Case Studies
Composite Strapping vs. Steel Strapping
Case Study: Composite Strapping vs. Steel Strapping Replacing Steel Strapping with Composite Strapping in Australia's Leading Home and Hardware Store Supply Chain. Australia's leading home and hardware retail chain identified a pressing need to improve workplace safety across its distribution centers. Historically, steel strapping was used to secure inbound goods. However, this practice led to multiple serious injuries when staff cut the steel straps, prompting a corporate initiative [...]
How to secure a truck or machinery on a flat rack | Dynamic Cargo
How to secure trucks or dynamic cargo on a flat rack Securing dynamic cargo on a flat rack involves managing cargo that is either on wheels or static but can behave dynamically, such as cranes. The main challenge in securing this type of cargo is the risk of the lashing materials slipping inside the buckle. To address this issue, Cordstrap has designed and developed Dynablock, a patented and unique [...]
Transporting 200l drums over 1600km on Australia’s toughest road
Safely Transporting 200ltr drums with jet fuel 1600km on one of Australia’s most challenging roads Perth - Norseman - Perth A helicopter logistics company in WA reached out to us, facing the challenge of safely transporting 200l drums of jet fuel over 1600km on one of Australia’s most demanding roads. The transport of such highly flammable liquids poses significant safety concerns on Australian roads, and they [...]
How to Lash and Secure a 36t Hammer on a Flatrack | Case Study
How to secure a 36t unit on a flat rack | Case Study Understanding the challenge One of our customers was faced with the challenge to ensure the safe and damage free transportation of a large and heavy (36t) hammer from their site west of Brisbane to the Port of Brisbane and further on to Singapore. One such significant challenge was managing the combined weight of the [...]
Science between Tie Down vs. Direct Lashings for Road and Sea Transport
The Science of Tie Down vs. Direct Lashings for Securing Cargo In this post we take a deeper look at the science and differences between using tie-down and direct lashings, aka as belly or choker lashings. At the end of this article you will have a clear understanding of: the difference between the two lashing methodologies how to reach compliance with the NHVR Load Restraint Guidelines [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 a chat with our many [...]
Must know info for Australian exporters to the USA in 2024
Must know info for Australian Exporters to the USA in 2024 Like 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 article has valuable information for you. The American [...]