How to apply Cordlash Lashing with Dynablock using a Pneumatic Tensioner

You will need

Cordlash Heavy Duty Lashing Cordstrap Patented Dynablock Buckle Cordstrap Pneumatic Tensioner

Getting Started

To apply Cordlash heavy duty lashing for dynamic freight, start by feeding the lashing through the attachment points of the flat rack and cargo.

Take a Dynablock buckle into your left hand. Feed the heavy duty lashing (furthest away) through the center of the buckle (upwards) and away from you. Fold the lashing over and under the […]

January 19th, 2020|Container Freight Securing, Flat Rack Lashing, Lashing, Product Instructions, Sea Freight Securing|

Container Cargo Securing in a Nutshell – Part 2
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Container Cargo Securing in a Nutshell – Part 2

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Container Cargo Securing in a Nutshell – Part 2

Forces acting on cargo

In Part 1 of “Cargo securing in a nutshell” I discussed how forces act on cargo. If the cargo is not or not properly secured, these forces may cause the cargo to slide or tip.

The effect of forces that act on cargo is beautifully demonstrated in this 10-second video. The cargo in the […]

November 18th, 2019|Container Freight Securing, Uncategorized|

Maersk Piloting Random Container Inspections to Check Cargo Securing

MAERSK Pilot Spot Checking Cargo Securing in Shipping Containers

How you can avoid unnecessary delays and cost

Is the announced increase in cargo container checks by Maersk a threat to your business?

Just recently, Maersk announced that they are starting a pilot, by performing spot checks on shipping containers (CTU’S). These checks will involve physical inspections at a number of ports.

In their announcement, Maersk stated that “By performing these container inspections, we hope to […]

February 8th, 2019|Container Freight Securing, Dunnage Bags, Sea Freight Securing|

Lashing Buckles | Quality Check
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Lashing Buckles | Quality Check

Container Freight Securing, Flat Rack Lashing, Lashing, Rail Freight Securing, Sea Freight Securing

Lashing Buckles | Quality Check

Lashing Buckles

Your heavy duty lashing system is only as strong as its weakest link

Since 1965 Cordstrap has been leading the world of cargo securing systems with a unique concept of in-house research, development and manufacturing. The only company in this industry!

The logistics industry is always on the move and so are we. We continue to develop the most […]

February 22nd, 2018|Container Freight Securing, Flat Rack Lashing, Lashing, Rail Freight Securing, Sea Freight Securing|

Optimal Security in Container Cargo Securing
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Optimal Security in Container Cargo Securing

Container Freight Securing, Rail Freight Securing

Optimal Security in Container Cargo Securing

Container Cargo Securing – Optimal security

Safe and secure transportation is of vital importance regardless of the cargo inside a container. Security concerns, not just the cargo itself, but also the workers and the environment of the container.

More than 100 million containers are being transported per year. Each year thousands of accidents happen because of unsecured or improper secured cargo. This results in damages and millions of dollars of cost but […]

January 30th, 2018|Container Freight Securing, Rail Freight Securing|

Dealing with Open Voids in Shipping Containers
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Dealing with Open Voids in Shipping Containers

Container Freight Securing, Dunnage Bags, Lashing

Dealing with Open Voids in Shipping Containers

Open Voids in Shipping Containers

The 15cm requirement of the CTU Code

We always operate and advise our clients to secure their cargo conform the requirements of the CTU Code.

If you comply with the CTU code you will not be held accountable for incidents that happen in transit, or at arrival due to improperly secured cargo.

The rules and regulations relating […]

January 15th, 2018|Container Freight Securing, Dunnage Bags, Lashing|

Lashing Methods for Containers to Secure IBC’s | Case Study
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Lashing Methods for Containers to Secure IBC’s | Case Study

Container Freight Securing, Lashing

Lashing Methods for Containers to Secure IBC’s | Case Study

Lashing Methods for Containers to Secure DG | Case Study

On January 1st 2018, the CTU-Code was included in the International Maritime Goods Code (IMDG). This means that it now becomes legally binding for the shipment of dangerous goods. Safety and cost-efficiency should be a major priority for chemical companies when securing cargo. Chemical manufacturing is regulated by high standards of safety and efficiency. But the safety standards for […]

January 12th, 2018|Container Freight Securing, Lashing|

How to secure dangerous goods in containers conform new IMDG Code 2018

How to secure dangerous goods in containers conform IMDG Code 2018

Are you ready for the Mandatory IMDG Code Changes in 2018 for securing dangerous goods in shipping containers?

From January 2018 the new 38th amendment of the IMDG Code will become mandatory. This amendment was already applied on a voluntary basis since January 2017. An important part of this amendment affects how dangerous goods must be secured in […]

December 18th, 2017|Container Freight Securing, Sea Freight Securing|

How to secure heavy machinery in shipping containers
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How to secure heavy machinery in shipping containers

Container Freight Securing, Lashing

How to secure heavy machinery in shipping containers

How to Secure Heavy Machinery in Shipping Containers

Case Study

We were contacted by a heavy machinery manufacturer. The company exports machinery to all corners of the globe. They secured their machinery inside shipping containers with steel chains and cable.

Unfortunately, during most shipments, the machinery was severely damaged. This resulted in high repair costs.

They asked if we could assist them with our knowledge and expertise on how to secure their heavy machinery in […]

September 18th, 2017|Container Freight Securing, Lashing|

Container Cargo Securing in a Nutshell – Part 1
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Container Cargo Securing in a Nutshell – Part 1

Container Freight Securing, Dunnage Bags, Rail Freight Securing

Container Cargo Securing in a Nutshell – Part 1

Forces acting on cargo

During transportation, your cargo is subject to forces due to acceleration, deceleration or changes in direction.

The magnitude of these forces depends on

type of transport
handling, eg. the number of times a container is picked up and dropped
weather conditions, eg. during sea transport storms will cause considerably greater forces acting than when […]

July 27th, 2017|Container Freight Securing, Dunnage Bags, Rail Freight Securing|