Cargo Equipment Corp attended The ARA Rental Show 2013

Our both display included party tent straps, e-track straps, e-track hangers.  People at the show enjoyed some of our new products like the Linen Hangers for Etrack. They said, "This will keep them clean and save us time." 

All the major tent suppliers were at the show including Anchor, Celina, Top Tec, and Tentnology just to name a few. We make a full line of replacement tent straps that fit any of these manufactures tents. Visit our website to see some common tent tie downs.

Below is brief description of the ARA Rental show. Be sure to see us at the show next year in Orlando, FL Feb 9-12 2014

Tents come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Some tents have side curtains and some don not. Party tents are a good reliable form of temporary shelter in ceremonies and functions such as weddings corporate events and backyard BBQ parties. They are put up with tent poles and secured with tent straps.

Tent straps are made of white webbing which is very durable and strong providing stability and security that is unmatched. Tent straps are far better then ropes that are used to hook tents to the ground. This is because tent straps come with a ratchet that offers tensioning and snap hooks that effectively secure a tent firmly in place. 

There are many types of tents that require different sizes of tents straps. One kind of tent includes frame less that utilize canter poles to support the main weight of the tent. The tent ratchet straps are placed all round the perimeter and secured with tent straps to create tension and pull the tent into shape. They can be secured on various surfaces using ratchet straps and stakes. These tents are versatile since they can be installed on either asphalt or grass.

Keep Your Flatbed Safe – Warning Signs & Safety Equipment

Make sure your cargo gets where it’s going safely. Learn about different types of warning signs and related flatbed safety products that will keep your truck, yourself and others safe.

For flatbed operators, safety is a top concern. Without the proper flatbed safety products, hauling a load can become a liability rather than a boost to your business. It can also create serious risks for others that are on the road. Ensuring the safety of your load isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s required by law. This flatbed safety products guide was created to help better explain various pieces of safety equipment, how they are used and how they keep you protected.

Safety Starts with a Secure Load

Flatbed safety begins with a properly secured load. This not only requires having knowledge and training in how to load the cargo onto the truck but also having the correct straps, tie downs and tarps to keep cargo in place for the duration of the trip.

Flatbed operators should ensure that the tie downs and straps they are using:

•    Fasten Securely
•    Have an Adequate Breaking Strength
•    Have an Adequate Working Load Limit

Cargo Equipment Corp is well known for their quality truck tie down products that can be custom-made to meet your exact specifications.

Types of Flatbed Safety Signs
There is a wide variety of warning signs designed to keep your flatbed truck, yourself and others safe. Keep reading to learn more about the different types of warning signs and why they’re so essential to flatbed safety.

Oversize Load Signs
Oversize Load Signs are used when hauling loads that exceed the operational parameters set by each state. They must be affixed to both the front and the back of the flatbed or load. In addition, if a car/truck is accompanying the flatbed to the front or rear, the vehicle must also have an Oversize Load sign affixed to it.

Wide Load Signs
Wide Load signs serve the same purpose as Oversize Load signs, however, some states require the sign verbiage to say ‘Wide Load’ instead of ‘Oversize Load’. Check with the state department of transportation that you will be traveling within to verify which sign should be used. Regardless of the verbiage, all Wide and Oversize Load signs must have black lettering on a yellow background.

Warning Flags
Warning flags are square pieces of red or orange material that mark the extremities of the load as well as the corners of the truck. Most states require that warning flags must be used by commercial flatbeds anytime a load extends four inches beyond the sides of the truck or four feet from the rear of the truck. The Warning flags must be at least 18 inches square.

Cargo Corp currently offers a variety of safety sign products for flatbed trucks.

•   Oversize and Wide Load signs can be found in durable vinyl or a vinyl coated poly-mesh, which allows for up to 30% more airflow.
•   Make sure you’re covered in every state with a reversible Oversize Load/Wide Load sign.
•   Wide selection of warning flags to choose from: jersey, mesh, with staff, with wire loop, with grommet or with bungee hooks.

Related Flatbed Safety Equipment
There are a number of additional flatbed products built with safety in mind. All operators should make sure their truck is equipped with the following:

•    Reflective Vest
•    Traffic Cones
•    Conspicuity Tape
•    Warning Triangles

All these pieces of equipment and more can be found in Cargo Equipment Corp’s new line of truck safety products.

The Cargo Constrictor

Python Web Winch Strap's – The Cargo Constrictor

Just like the scales of a python protect it as it moves along the ground or through trees, so does the superior weave of our new Python webbing as it resists abrasion while it constricts your cargo.  Python webbing is far superior to that of standard tie down webbing because of how the webbing is woven creating a super tough and wear resistant surface.  4” 24,000 lbs polyester tie-down webbing is nothing new to the industry, in fact it has been around for years and Cargo Equipment has been making  increased strength ratchet strap and winch strap assemblies for customers using this material. Now we have made it better! not only a high strength 24,000 Lbs webbing but very durable and abrasion resistant. We have not only woven the surface webbing for superior wear resistance but we have also woven an anti-fray protection with a rugged durable black edging.

  Cargo Equipment’s new python webbing doesn’t stop there because we have also reinforced our end fittings with two layers of webbing, as well as, an additional wear clip in the flat hook.  That’s double the protection on the high stress points, so that your flat hooks won’t rip out!  No other strap on the market has this kind of wear resistant power!  Cargo Equipment’s new Python Web strap assembly has an increased working load limit of 6,666 lbs giving you more constricting power on your loads, not to mention, all that extra wear resistant durability not found in any other strap assembly.  When you purchase Cargo Equipment’s new Python Web strap assembly you’re not just purchasing a high break strength strap, but your also purchasing high durability and wear resistance.  Invest in your straps longevity and purchase your new Python Web Straps today!

Customize your Cargo Restraint System

Types of Cargo Tracks: E-Track, A-Track & L-Track

 The transportation industry is one with many variables and risks that are completely out of your hands. Traffic, weather and customer demands are always subject to change, so it is essential that the most important aspect of any job is not left to chance, safety. Whether you are responsible for moving the contents of a house, transportation of wheelchair bound individuals or you are hauling dirt bikes to the mountains you will need to use the appropriate equipment to ensure the safety of the cargo and those you encounter during transport. Cargoequipmentcorp.com’s wide selection of inventory and experience in securing cargo is sure to provide a safe and stress free passage for all.

Depending on the vehicle being used and the cargo being transported, Cargoequipmentcorp.com’s complete line of E, A and L Track’s provide the safest and most secure attachment points available. Securing cargo to an enclosed trailer allows for the most flexibility when designing a cargo control system. Using Cargoequipmentcorp.com’s E and A tracks in an enclosed environment you are able to mount both E and A tracks to the walls and floor of the trailer in both a vertical or horizontal configuration. With fuel prices constantly fluctuating and the need to efficiently use space, the ability to retrofit your trailer with horizontal or vertical tracks allows for creative attachment configurations. Cargoequipmentcorp.com’s inventory of E track and A tracks are made of steel and are extremely strong with a variety of fittings suitable for your custom requirements.

When space is at a premium and you cannot sacrifice strength look no further than Cargoequipmentcorp.com’s L Track designs for securing your important cargo. L Track, commonly referred to as airline track, is a narrow and adjustable cargo restraint mount that is primarily used in pickup trucks, vans and small trailers. These aluminum crafted tracks come in 3 different styles, recessed, flanged and angled mount to provide the best solution for your cargo transportation needs. L Track’s have quickly become the track of choice when securing wheelchairs and seats to vans and trucks due to their mounting flexibility, various styles offered and lightweight aluminum composition. The L Track compatible fittings allow for creative setups and easy installations into your current transportation fleet.

Cargoequipmentcorp.com’s selection of E, A and L Tracks are the safest and most durable cargo restraint components available. Choosing the right track and fittings is paramount when it comes to moving cargo safely and efficiently. Look no further than Cargoequipmentcorp.com for your next cargo control purchase.

Making the Move Towards Safety

Major transportation equipment provider, Cargo Equipment Corporation announces their new line of truck safety products.

Cargo Equipment Corporation, a quality supplier of truck tie downs since 1962 is proud to announce their new line of truck safety products including oversize load signs, flip placard, traffic cones, safety flags and mesh vests.  These new products not only help to keep truck drivers safe, but other motorists and equipment too.

The logistics of transporting equipment for your business is a crucial element of success. Utilizing flatbed vehicles to move various products and equipment from one work-site to another allows projects to run smoothly and on schedule. However, using flatbed trucks to transport materials without the proper safety equipment can actually become a liability for your company. Attempting to transport heavy-duty loads without the proper truck safety products can lead to disastrous results. Should large-scale equipment come loose on the highway, there is an immediate danger to the driver and the other cars on the road. And this is why Cargo Equipment Corp is on your side by offering these crucial safety products.  By being prepared you can protect your drivers, other motorists and your company from potential disasters.

Truck safety equipment is crucial even when the truck is not in motion. In the event that a flatbed experiences a breakdown, the driver must warn other motorists of the obstacle. In many cases, the driver may not be unable to pull the vehicle completely off of the road. They must warn the other cars on the road of the necessity to merge into the opposite lane. Neon orange pylons and red safety flags must be placed along the highway where in the area in which the vehicle is experiencing difficulties. Equipping your drivers with the right flatbed safety supplies from Cargo Equipment ensures that your products will make it to their destinations safely and securely.

About Cargo Equipment Corporation:

Cargo Equipment Corporation has been a manufacturer of custom tie down solutions since 1962 and offers a wide range of products to move products and equipment safely from point to point.  With your company and products in mind http://www.CargoEquipmentCorp.com will happily supply you with a made to order solution. That is, if you cannot already find what you are looking for in their wide selection of truck safety products.  Whether it is for the safety of your products, the people around you or your drivers, you can rest assured that everything you care about will make it to its intended destination safely and securely.

What to Look for in a Ratchet Strap

Ratcheting straps commonly referred to as simply ratchet straps or tie downs are specifically designed to hold various loads on trucks, trains, trailers and more. The heavy duty ratchet straps we carry at CargoEquipmentCorp.com, utilize extremely strong polyester webbing combined with a metal ratchet to securely, but more importantly safely hold a load in place.

Choosing a Ratchet Strap

When looking for a high quality ratcheting strap, it’s important to first assess the quality of the webbing itself. A high quality ratchet strap will feature webbing constructed from a durable and weather resistant material such as nylon or polyester. However, most heavy duty ratchet straps use polyester webbing. Polyester is not only abrasion and weather resistant, but it’s also relatively inexpensive and for these reasons, it’s our webbing material of choice.

Ratchet straps also feature a variety of hardware, but most importantly of which is the ratchet buckle. Ratchet buckles work by reducing slack in the webbing and tensioning assembly. The ratcheting mechanism functions in a similar method to that of a socket wrench. When looking to buy ratchet straps, ensure the ratching mechanism is constructed with metal and not plastic, because cheaper plastic ratchet fasteners may not be able to withstand the tension required to securely hold heavier loads.

Using a Ratchet Strap

All ratchet straps should be labeled with their working load limit in order to meet the guidelines set forth by various government agencies. At CargoEquipmentCorp.com, we strongly recommend the “working load limit” not exceed 1/3rd of the component and/or ratcheting assemblies breaking strength. Additionally, you should never use a ratchet strap or tie down that shows excessive abrasive wear including broken or worn stitching, holes, tears, melted webbing or any other observable defect. We also recommend inspecting your ratchet straps before each use and replacing any suspect straps or ratcheting assemblies.

If you would like to learn more about the various types of ratchet straps or if you’re interested in bulk ratchet straps, come visit us at CargoEquipmentCorp.com.