Shifting of loads during transit plays a significant role in increasing the damages to cargo as well as the road accidents associated with the trucking industry. The solution is very simple but often neglected. Dunnage Bags are inflatable Cushioning Bags designed to fill the void in the containers to reduce or stop the shifting of the contents. The Dunnage Air Bags 36"x36" offer a superb ability as load stabilizers along with the low cost and easy to use functionality.
Pros and Cons of Using Dunnage Bags
The StarBoxes Dunnage Bags are 100% leak-proof Air Cushions offering a high-quality inflatable load stabilizing system at a fraction of cost. There are many advantages to the use of Dunnage Bags:
Pros:
Protection of Cargo – The inflatable Dunnage Bags protect cargo from damages associated with the shift of the cargo during shipping by securely occupying the void area and leaving no space for the shift to happen. Dunnage Bags protects Shipping Boxes, pallets, and other forms of cargo from moving during transportation. The protection against the shift of the cargo is the ultimate solution in reducing damages to the contents while lowers the risk of traffic accidents
Cost-Effective – The Dunnage Bags are among the most economical and effective load bracing tools in the market. StarBoxes offers a great selection of sturdy Dunnage Bags at the most competitive prices direct to businesses
Dunnage Bags are Reusable – The Dunnage Bags by StarBoxes are manufactured from heavy-duty materials to offer many uses out of these rigid Air Cushions. The bags deflate flatly in a very short time. The airless, flatten bags require minimal storage space creating easy storage till their next use. Please note that not every Dunnage Bags in the market are reusable. This is especially true with Kraft Paper Dunnage Bags, which are a form of one-time use, Disposable Dunnage Bags
Ease of Use – StarBoxes’ Dunnage Air Bags are very easy to use and require little to no staff training. The ease of use of the Dunnage Bags also reduces the loading work-hours resulting in the reduction of labor costs.
Quick and Easy Inflation and Deflation – The inflating or deflating of StarBoxes’ Dunnage Bags is fast and effortless. This will also help in reducing the labor-hours necessary for securely loading the containers resulting in lower labor costs
Cons:
Damages to Dunnage Bags – Dunnage Bags like most inflatable devices are prone to puncture when exposed to sharp objects. As a precautionary check the loading area for any object that may puncture the air-filled bags. If the Dunnage Bags become damaged and unusable, they are 100% recyclable.
Use of Dunnage Bags for Securely Loading Containers and Trucks
Following a few precautionary steps will ensure the correct loading of containers and trucks and maximizing the role of Dunnage Bags in securely bracing the cargo. This will also help in reducing the damages to the reusable Dunnage Air Bags:
Remove Sharp Objects – Remove any sharp objects or nails in the trailer or other cargo containers. Sweep the floor of containers and inspect all areas which will come in contact with the Inflatable Dunnage Bags to clear the surface from any objects which may puncture the Airbags.
Tight Load – Load the skids very close and touching each other. The tight loading of cargo offer less chance for skids to shift.
Balancing the Load – The load in the container could be easily balanced by simply alternating the void from one side to other
Loading Fragile Cargo – All fragile, as well as the tallest cargo, should be loaded first toward the nose of the container.
Using Dunnage Bags – First load the front of the containers tightly, put a deflated Dunnage Bag on each side of the load, and inflating them making sure there is no void space left for cargo to move. If cargo is not well stabilized, use additional Inflatable Dunnage Bags to completely fill the void and stop any shifting of the skids
Inflating the Dunnage Airbags – Place the deflated Dunnage Air Cushions on the sides of the skids and inflate them by using the StarBoxes’ Dunnage Bags Inflator
Protecting the Dunnage Bags from Damages – It is recommended to place corrugated boards between the Dunnage Air Bags and cargo, pallets, or the walls of the containers to avoid puncturing the Airbags
Finish Loading with Dunnage Bags – Most of the cargo damages happens in the front section or the last 15’ of the loading area of the container. Securing this section, immediately next to the back doors in the trailers, with Dunnage Air Bags will eliminate the risk of damages
StarBoxes AAR Certified dunnage bags are one of the most cost efficient air filled bags on the market. Considering the inflatable dunnage bags may be purchased at volume discounted pricing and are reusable while being eco-friendly makes them economical. The polywoven dunnage bags reduce labor costs, cargo damages, improve customer retention while reducing insurance claims. The polywoven dunnage bags may be used on railway cars, ocean freight, and trucks. The bags are inflated with a free flow gun to just the right pressure and have a walk away deflation system.
