Ratchet straps are quicker and easier to use than chains or ropes and provide a wide surface area of contact with the items they are restraining. They can be easily packed away, and they are not heavy to carry. They…
Ratchet straps are quicker and easier to use than chains or ropes and provide a wide surface area of contact with the items they are restraining. They can be easily packed away, and they are not heavy to carry. They…
A shipping container is a convenient, standardised size that makes it easy for intermodal transport – they can be loaded straight from a ship to the back of a truck without devanning (removing goods from a sealed container). This means…
The two main types of ute are wellside and flat deck, and you load them differently. With both types of utes, it’s advised to block a load against the headboard to stop it moving under braking. It’s important to protect…
You’ll frequently need to carry items in or on your car, whether it’s shopping, a pet or something large like a surfboard. The four most important considerations when loading items in a car are: Will this item fly forwards and…
If you’re loading a roof rack, whether it’s for work or you’re packing things for your holiday, there are some guidelines which will help keep your load secure: Check the rating on your roof rack and don’t overload it. There…
If you don’t want to hire a removals company, you can do it yourself, either in a trailer or a rented truck. While you can use a cage trailer or a ute, it’s best to choose a vehicle with a…
The rules and guidelines for loading trucks and trailers are contained in the Load Restraint Guide which you can find here. If you are loading your truck with a forklift or crane (or someone else is for you), there are…
