When it comes to rail load securement, choosing the right partner makes all the difference. Cordstrap’s AAR-approved railcar securing solutions offer clear advantages over traditional metal banding — combining safety, ease of use, and operational efficiency.
These benefits were recently proven in collaboration with one of the largest particleboard manufacturers in the United States, who turned to Cordstrap to modernize their railcar securing methods.
To ensure the customer’s shipping teams achieved full confidence and compliance, Cordstrap’s rail specialists spent two days onsite conducting hands-on training. The team demonstrated the most efficient techniques for securing particleboard on bulkhead flatcars and boxcars using Cordstrap’s AAR-approved products.
Once the crew was fully trained and comfortable with the process, Cordstrap provided tooling and product samples so the customer could continue extended internal testing while management evaluated long-term adoption.
The results spoke for themselves.
The customer’s shipping team praised the simplicity and safety of Cordstrap products — noting faster application times, easier handling, and reduced risk compared to steel banding.
Feedback from their downstream customers echoed that sentiment: shipments arrived securely, undamaged, and on time. The switch not only improved performance but also delivered time and cost efficiencies throughout the process.
When the decision was made to transition away from steel banding, Cordstrap worked closely with the customer’s purchasing department to coordinate pricing, tooling, and product delivery.
Every detail was aligned to meet their timeline and ensure a smooth, complete conversion to Cordstrap’s system. The customer described Cordstrap as “very responsive” and “a true partner” — a sentiment that reflects our commitment to collaboration and long-term support.
Today, the customer has fully adopted Cordlash 150 and CC105 AAR for all particleboard railcar securing applications, with plans to migrate all future cargo securing requirements to Cordstrap.
This successful partnership underscores what Cordstrap stands for — trusted expertise, certified performance, and customer-focused solutions that redefine safety and efficiency in rail load securement.
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