Peace of Mind, Delivered: Secure Your Cargo with Container Bulkheads
In the challenging yet exciting and evolving world of shipping and transportation, ensuring the safety and security of your cargo is paramount for success and growth.
Whether you are dealing with general purpose (GP) shipping containers or specialised refrigerated containers (reefers), bulkhead solutions play a pivotal role in ensuring your goods reach their destination safely and intact.
This blog post will delve into the nuances of bulkhead solutions, focusing on both GP and reefer bulkheads – followed by exploring how JB Anderson’s innovative solutions are providing peace of mind.
The Current Challenges with Bulkhead Solutions
First Up: Standard Bulkheads
When it comes to bulk cargo in general purpose shipping containers, bulkhead sheets are essential for preventing movement and ensuring cargo stability. What this type of solution provides, in short, is a containment barrier that sits between the container door and the loaded product. Not only does it hold the products in place until the container doors can be closed, but it also protects the individuals responsible for loading and unloading the container.
Next Up: Reefer Bulkheads
When it comes to reefers, which handle cargo that needs to be refrigerated or frozen in transit, the situation becomes more complex. Traditional bulkhead solutions often involve the use of wooden boards with plastic sheeting and a hammer for securing wooden chocks. These methods are effective but unfortunately come with their own set of challenges. Wooden bulkheads require a cumbersome setup with several loose elements – including heavy wooden pallets and chocks – which can be labour-intensive, not to mention time-consuming to install. Additionally, there is a risk of damaging the container walls, which can lead to costly repairs and maintenance.
JB Anderson’s Innovative Bulkhead Solutions
JB Anderson Bulkhead Sheets
JB Anderson offers a refined solution for standard bulkhead needs with their woven bulkhead sheets. These sheets are designed to secure cargo effectively – to ensure it does not exit the container – during loading and transit as well as unloading. Their key advantages include:
- Ease of Installation: JB Anderson Bulkhead sheets are easy to install using supportive steel bars, eliminating the need for nails or other fastening methods.
- Cost-Effective: JB Anderson woven Bulkhead sheets offer significant cost savings over traditional wooden methods.
- Lightweight and Compact: Not only are they lightweight but they boast a compact design when folded.
- Environmental Benefits: These bulkhead sheets are recyclable.
- Various Sizes: Can be used when shipping product in bulk in 20 FT, 40 FT or 40 FT high cube shipping containers.
- Versatility: Suitable for the bulk shipment of various commodities such as cocoa beans, coffee beans, nuts and maize, JB Anderson Bulkhead sheets are a versatile choice for bulk shipping.
JB Anderson Reefer
Our robust solution is a game-changer for refrigerated container transport. Unlike traditional methods, the JB Anderson Reefer liner offers several distinct advantages:
- Loading and Unloading Security: Not only do products stay put during transit, but this solution prevents products from exiting the container during loading and unloading at the destination when the doors are opened.
- Custom Design: Specifically engineered for reefer containers, this bulkhead solution ensures a perfect fit and optimal functionality.
- Simple Installation: Designed for one-man installation, this solution is quick and easy to set up, taking less than 1 minute and requiring no additional tools or complex procedures.
- Container Protection: The JB Anderson Reefer avoids damaging container walls, addressing a significant drawback of traditional methods.
- Reusable and Recyclable: This innovative liner solution is reusable, promoting long-term cost savings and environmental sustainability.
- Compact Design: Stands and sheets are supplied as a single solution.
- Versatility: Suitable for various commodities including frozen fish.
In Summary
JB Anderson’s bulkhead solutions for both standard and reefer containers represent a leap forward in cargo security and efficiency. The company’s focus on ease of installation, cost-effectiveness and environmental benefits positions their products as leading choices in the industry. Whether you are shipping bulk commodities or temperature-sensitive goods, JB Anderson offers a reliable and advanced solution to ensure your cargo arrives safely and securely.