Lashing straps are the most common way of securing cargo. Lashing used above the cargo is the most commonly used method. This increases the friction between the cargo and the surface preventing the cargo from slipping. Lashing belts are also used to prevent cargo from tipping over during transport.
Choosing the correct lashing belt depends on the load and the type of transport vehicle to be used, train, truck, van.
The lashing capacity (LC = Lashing Capacity ) is shown in daN.
1 kg = 9.81 N 10 N = 1 daN => 1 daN ca 1 k
In the EU, since May 2001 all cargo belts must be manufactured according to EN 12195-2. The lashing belts must be provided with a label according to the standard. Some of the fields that must be indicated are:
Maximum force for a straight pull application that a lashing strap is designed to withstand. This value is expressed in daN. The lashing capacity (LC) of the lashing strap must never be exceeded.
Standard Hand Force. It is the force of manual operation. This value is expressed in daN.
Standard Tension Force. It is the residual force after loosening the ratchet handle. This value is expressed in daN.
For the calculation of the number of moorings required for transport and the method of use, we recommend that you contact our technical department.
