Rail Freight Securing

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Tips & Advice for 3PL Logistics | Compliant Cargo Securing Solutions

Cargo Securing Tips and Advice

3PL third party logistics 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 […]

Assisting Supply Chains With Their Shipping Process

Engineered Cargo Securing Solutions…

… for the totality of your cargo’s journey

Since our invention of the first safe alternative for steel strapping in 1965, Cordstrap continues to be the global market leader in cargo securing solutions. Our approach is unique in the industry as everything is done in-house. This includes an extensive R&D department, knowledge centre, test facility, manufacturing and training. To maintain our […]

Shipping Construction Materials | Cargo Securing Tips & Advice

Cargo Securing Tips and Advice for the Construction Industry

Worldwide construction output is forecast to grow by 70%, contributing $15 trillion to the world economy by 2025. This creates a need for the cost-effective and safe shipping of building materials around the world. A global supplier to the construction industry might need to transport everything from timber to solar solutions and water supply systems.

We offer customised solutions for the […]

Top 5 Causes of Container Rain in Shipping Containers

Top 5 causes of container rain in shipping containers

Container rain can be detrimental to your cargo as it can result in caking, damaged packaging, mould and corrosion. 

Did you know you can not insure against this type of damage?

There are a multiple reasons why your container can turn into a greenhouse, with moisture condensing inside to form this highly damaging container rain.

Here are the top 5 that put your […]

Inside the CornerLash Design and Development Process

Thinking outside “the box”…
…to develop cargo securing solutions inside the box

Inside the CornerLash® Design and Development Process

Since 1965 Cordstrap has been on the forefront of developing unique cargo securing solutions. Till date, Cordstrap continues to be the undisputed global market leader in R&D and in-house manufacturing of unique cargo securing solutions. With this blogpost I’d like to take you inside the design and development of one of Cordstrap’s award winning, unique […]

Dunnage Bags Do’s and Don’ts

Dunnage Bags Do’s and Don’ts – 10 Tips

Dunnage Bags Cordstrap

Are you considering using Dunnage Bags to secure your cargo? Also known as Dunnage air bags, or (inflatable) cargo bags, these bags are a great cargo securing product. They can be used in shipping containers, trucks, closed rail cars and vessels.

Dunnage bags are effective in blocking and bracing of cargo. These inflatable cargo bags […]

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