Avoiding Load Shifting for Loss Prevention
When you close the doors on your dry van trailer, the last thing you want is for your cargo to turn into a battering ram. Load shifting is inconvenient and a profit killer. It leads to damaged goods, late deliveries, and, in worst-case scenarios, injuries and liability. That's why loading your cargo with loss prevention in mind is a necessity.
At US Cargo Control, we know that securing cargo starts with having the right tools for the job. Below are three of the most effective tools to keep your freight safe, secure, and right where it belongs.
1. Cargo Nets
Cargo nets are essential for enclosed trailer load control. Built from heavy-duty webbing, these nets create a flexible, yet strong barrier that keeps your load contained, especially when you're hauling small or irregularly shaped cargo. They're easy to install, adjustable, and ideal for partitioning freight or holding items in place that might otherwise shift with turns or sudden stops.
Key Benefits
- Quick and easy installation in trailers with E-Track
- Easily adjustable and repositionable for all types and sizes of cargo
- Also helps protect drivers from falling cargo when opening trailer doors
For pros who handle a variety of loads with smaller or odd-shaped cargo, cargo nets are a must-have securement tool.
2: Shoring Beams & Cargo Bars
Shoring beams and cargo bars act like immovable walls inside your trailer. These extendable bars lock between walls or into an E-track system, creating rigid sections that prevent forward and backward movement. They're ideal for stabilizing tall or stacked cargo and preventing shifting.
Key Benefits
- Provide strong resistance to shifting loads
- Simple to install and can be moved throughout the trailer as needed
- Compatible with E-track systems (shoring beams) for versatile yet secure placement
Whether you're running LTL or full loads, these are essential for sectioning off or stabilizing freight in enclosed trailers.
3. Dunnage Bags
Dunnage bags are essentially inflatable pillows that fill the gaps between cargo. Once inflated, they apply uniform pressure to all sides of the load, locking it in place without damaging it. These are particularly effective in reducing lateral movement and ideal for boxy freight like appliances or stackable boxes.
Key Benefits
- Lightweight and easy to use
- Quick inflation with dunnage bag inflators
- Reusable and recyclable
These bags are perfect for tight-fill scenarios and can save you from dealing with the domino effect of loose or falling cargo.
Prevent Loss with the Right Tools
No matter what you haul, the goal is to safely get your cargo to its destination. Cargo nets, shoring beams, and dunnage bags are essential tools for your loss prevention toolkit.
Looking to further prevent loss or set up your trailer for maximum load security? Our industry experts with over 60 years of combined experience are available to answer all your questions. Give them a call at 866-444-9990. Or email them at customerservice@uscargocontrol.com.
At US Cargo Control, we're here to help you deliver without disruption. And that starts with smart, securement-focused planning and the right tools inside your toolkit.
