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Helping Reduce Workplace Injuries

At Complete Packaging Systems, we take safety very seriously. The shipping industry can be dangerous if products are not secured properly. Not only can shipping your product be dangerous, the act of securing your cargo

Friction Mat durability that can withstand shipments of Skidded or Palletized metal products e.g. Aluminum, Steel, Copper, Brass, Zinc, Lead, etc.

Complete Packaging Systems supplies LoadSecure™ 6910 rubber friction mats as an effective, safe and cost- efficient replacement to traditional wood blocking and bracing, which are manufactured with a maximum working

Why polypropylene dunnage bags are the superior choice

In this blog we will discuss the benefits of choosing polypropylene dunnage bags over paper dunnage bags when used in cargo securement. Complete Packaging Systems recommends our CYCLONE polypropylene dunnage bags over

Important Terms to Know When Working with Synthetic Cord Strap

When trying to determine the proper strength of synthetic cord strap needed in your load plan there are two types of measurements commonly referred to - Break Strength and System Strength – but what do these mean?

PSI Levels and Where They Can Be Found on Dunnage Bags

Dunnage bags are a versatile and easy way to fill voids in load plans, but there are user recommendations for dunnage bags the operator should follow. In this blog, we will describe the importance of filling your

Load Plan Generation Using Load Plan Software and Industry Guidelines

A perfect way to generate a safe load plan when preparing to ship your product in a closed car is by referencing the AAR (Association of American Railroads) Loading Guides for your commodity combined with the use of

How contour buffer pads can be used in roll paper shipments

When shipping roll paper, it can be difficult to find a product that fills voids between paper rolls due to the curved, rounded shape of the rolls. Contour buffer pads are designed to help stabilize dunnage bags and

Recycle & Reuse Our CYCLONE Dunnage Bags

Are you receiving a shipment with cargo secured by CYCLONE dunnage bags? If you are currently throwing away dunnage bags after receiving a shipment and are looking for a method of disposing of them that is a little more

Railcar Preparation

Our cargo securement products help prevent damage to the goods in your load during transit, but did you know there are steps that should be taken even before you start loading a railcar? Upon receiving a railcar, many

What the C.O.F. Rating Is and Why It Is Important

Have you ever wondered why rubber friction mats are printed with yellow numbers and writing? In this blog, we will be covering the C.O.F. value, why it’s important, and a rough idea on how it’s calculated. The