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Dunnage Bags
Cargo Stabilisation
Dunnage Bags for cargo protection
Dunnage bags are a simple and effective way to secure cargo during transport, placed between loads to fill empty spaces and prevent goods from shifting in transit.
By stabilising cargo inside containers, trucks, and rail wagons, dunnage bags help reduce product damage, improve transport safety, and protect shipments throughout the supply chain.
Checkmate provides a range of high-performance dunnage bag solutions designed for reliable cargo protection across road, rail, and sea transport.
LOAD SECURING EQUIPMENT
What Is an Air Dunnage Bag?
An air dunnage bag is an inflatable load-securing device used to fill voids between cargo. Once inflated, the bag expands to apply pressure between goods, helping keep them securely in place during transit.
They are widely used across logistics and freight operations due to being:
- Quick to install
- Lightweight and easy to handle
- Effective at preventing load movement
- Suitable for road, rail, and sea transport
STABILISATION & RISK MANAGEMENT
Why Use Dunnage Bags?
Cargo movement during transit is one of the most common causes of product damage. Dunnage bags provide a fast and cost-effective way to stabilise loads and minimise this risk.
Key benefits include:
- Preventing cargo shifting during transport
- Reducing product damage and loss
- Improving transport safety
- Quick and simple installation
- Lower labour and packaging costs
PRODUCT OPTIONS
Dunnage Bag Solutions
Different cargo types require different levels of load protection.
We offer several types of dunnage bags designed to suit different transport conditions.
- Double Chamber Dunnage Bags
- Heavy Duty Dunnage Bags
- Lightweight Dunnage Bags
CARGO PROTECTION
Reliable Dunnage Bags for Transport
Using the right air dunnage bag helps protect goods from movement, impact, and damage during transportation. Whether shipping pallets, cartons, or industrial goods, dunnage bags provide a reliable and efficient cargo protection solution.
If you need guidance selecting the right dunnage bags for your transport requirements, speak to our team today.
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Stress-tested dunnage bags
Every Checkmate dunnage bag is stress-tested to the highest degree, with 10% of each batch receiving an additional high pressure proof test. Checkmate Flexible Engineering has set the standard for air loss with ABS certified and witnessed tests. The company’s BS EN 9001 2015 quality assurance system is registered with SGS, a UKAS approved company.
What are dunnage bags?
A dunnage bag, sometimes known as an ‘airbag’ or ‘inflatable bag’ are used to safely secure cargo during transport. Dunnage bags are useful in stabilising and protecting cargo during transport in closed railcars, trucks, sea-vessels and ISO sea containers, as a cost-effective solution.
What are dunnage bags used for?
Dunnage bags are created to provide a high level of cargo security and alleviate the possibility of damage in transit, ensuring your cargo arrives in the same condition as when loaded.
How do you inflate a dunnage bag?
Our dunnage bags have an easy to use ergonomic quick release coupler. The coupler accepts a male Rectus Type 25 fitting and an inflation tool is also available, with a simple-to-read colour-coded gauge that clearly shows the user when the bag is up to pressure.
How do you deflate a dunnage bag?
How do dunnage bags protect cargo?
Once your cargo has been correctly and tightly packed within the vessel, truck or rail car, dunnage bags can be used to fill any spaces. The deflated dunnage bag will be inserted into gaps or spaces of 30cm, and then inflated to prevent the cargo from moving.
The rubber material that dunnage bags are made from make them high in elasticity, meaning they can fill a wide range of sizes, shapes and spaces, and also provide a cushioning effect to further protect your goods.
How do I know what type/size of dunnage bag to use?
Our Checkmate Dunnage Bags come in a range of sizes:
Rubber Dunnage Bags
- Heavy Duty Dunnage Bag
- Double-Chamber Dunnage Bag
- Multi-Chamber Dunnage Bag
Woven Polypropylene (WPP) Dunnage Bags
- Mega Dunnage Bag
- Lightweight Dunnage Bag
Each dunnage bag has been designed to suit all requirements, budgets and applications, including type, weight and size of the cargo, transportation mode, loading practice and void size. Please get in touch with a member of the team by phone, email or filling out our contact form.
Are rubber dunnage bags reusable?
Our dunnage bags are built to last. We have units in use that are over 15 years old due to our high-strength, heavy duty materials. This is dependent on how that bag is used, but in the unlikely event the bag should be damaged we can repair the bag at our manufacturing facility in the UK.
You can rest assured our dunnage bags can be relied upon to keep your stowage in optimal condition for years to come.
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