Tips, Resources and Case Studies
Container Cargo Securing | Are You Compliant?
Is Your Container Cargo Securing System Compliant and Certified? 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 on Australian Roads as a result [...]
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 injury, increase costs and/or create unnecessary risks. Cordlash Heavy Duty Lashing eliminates these risks and [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Tips & Advice for 3PL Logistics | Compliant Cargo Securing Solutions
Cargo Securing Tips and Advice As Australia’s leading supplier of Cordstrap cargo securing solutions, we work in partnership with many 3PL companies across the country, including (but not limited to) DSV, Qube and Toll. Together with our customers we combine our expertise with theirs in transportation. This allows us to jointly provide total, best-in-class shipping solutions. Important safe cargo loading and securing practices 1.) Compliance [...]
Branded Strapping | How to get your name and logo on your Strapping
The Benefits of Branded Strapping When you build your brand, what is often overlooked and at the bottom of the to-do list is packaging. Especially when you ship large generic and/or engineered products on pallets. Yet, branded packaging is one of the simplest and most effective ways to boost your visibility. Using a heavy duty, custom printed pallet strap will help you achieve this. We have great news for [...]
How To Safely Transport Steel and Plastic Drums | Drumclip
How to safely transport palletised Drums Introducing the Drumclip® Securing Drums on a truck to ensure safe transportation without the risk of load shift, simply put, a real pain. To overcome this problem with a quick, safe and low-cost solution the Drumclip® has been developed. Usually large corner boards or a pallet on top are used to tie down the palletised drums. However, as the video shows, they don’t [...]
The advantages of using Cordstrap instead of steel strapping
The advantages of using Cordstrap CC strap instead of steel strapping Cordstrap composite (CC) strapping is known as synthetic steel. It is safer, easier faster to apply and cheaper than steel, or metal, strapping. A safer product and certified by DNV/GL Steel strapping, although still commonly used in Australia, has numerous disadvantages that can lead to head, eye and hand injuries and can damage your cargo by crushing or [...]