Regulations for lashing points 2022-02-23 Unlike loose cargo securing equipment, lashing points are an integral part of the cargo carrier (eg the vehicle), which is why the capacity must be determined by the one responsible for mounting it on the current cargo c …
Armaton.com – Now available in Finnish 2022-01-26 Armaton – a brand within the Forankra group – designs and manufactures high-quality systems for light commercial vehicles such as pillar and dropside lock systems and the Modular Platform Kit. To facilitate for Arma …
Recycling of cargo securing and lifting equipment 2021-12-02 As part of our continuous work with sustainability, we have developed an instruction for how components in cargo securing equipment and lifting equipment can be recycled after use. Example: Lashings consist of thre …
Forankra in Partnership with Sustaid 2021-11-16 Forankra has been invited to be participate in a cross-sectoral collaboration and partnership with Sustaid during 2021-2022. Sustaid is a collaborative forum for sustainable innovations in international crisis and disast …
When should chain slings be replaced? 2021-10-11 To ensure "safe lifting", it is important to always check the lifting equipment before use. The chain sling must be replaced as soon as there are signs of permanent elongation, deformation, cracks or other damages on the …
Rewarding meetings with tow truck drivers! 2021-09-09 When Viking Academy earlier this week arranged a training session in towing technique for drivers of tow trucks from all over the country, Forankra had the opportunity to participate in a mini-fair in connection to it. …
Every lifting situation is unique! 2021-08-31 Safe lifting always starts with choosing the right equipment. The choice of lifting equipment depends on what is to be lifted. Safe lifting requires: • Approved and certified products • Proper handling&nbs …
When transporting goods on an open trailer ... 2021-07-02 ... make sure that your goods are properly bundled and load-secured on the trailer, eg with cambuckle lashings and lashings. It is also important to prevent all loose goods from falling off or flying away during transpo …
Smooth storage of lashings 2021-06-07 There are many different ways to keep your lashings in order without them getting tangled up. With a webbing winder, the lashing can easily be rolled up into a neat roll. The lashing can thereafter be stored in a storage …
Armaton conducts an LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) 2021-05-12 As part of our work with sustainability, we have ordeded an LCA for Armaton's flatbeds. The LCA will be conducted during the spring 2021 by IVL Swedish Environmental Institute in Gothenburg, Sweden. What is LCA?&nbs …
Are you driving with loose goods in your delivery van? 2021-03-09 Then we have a proposal! Use one of Forankra's easy-to-use Rollo lashings, which are adapted for lashing goods inside smaller vans, trucks and covered trailers. Rollo's function is similar to a regular seat bel …
Chain sling 2-parts, Grade 100 – Now in standard lengths! 2021-02-18 We have now expanded our lifting equipment range with 2-part chain sling Grade 100, where the lifting chains are available in pre-cut lengths of 2, 3 and 5m. The chain sling is equipped with autolock hooks and master lin …
Inspect yourt cargo securing equipment regularly! 2021-01-12 To achieve the best capacity on your cargo securing equipment, you should regularly inspect and ensure that all components are intact and clean. Therefore, before use, check that the straps on your lashings are not …
When you are going to transport a vehicle on a trailer ... 2020-05-12 ... it is important that you find a quick and safe manner to load t safely. With the right type of wheel lashing you get just that! As specialists in cargo securing, Forankra has a large selection of wheel lashings with …
Focus on cargo securing at Swedol's Kunskapsdagar! 2020-02-06 In connection to Swedol's Kunskapsdagar January 28-31, Forankra's experts got the opportunity to educate Swedol's staff in cargo securing and safe lifting. The participants received a overview of different types of lifti …
