Depending on the area in which a company operates, we can offer a range of products tailored to best suit a specific market sector. We specialize in load optimization and securing.
High-value goods are transported daily around the world. Forankra's products and solutions for load securing and lifting contribute to the protection of goods during transport and play a key role in our customers’ efforts to achieve efficient and safe material handling, transportation, and logistics.
Forankra provides load securing solutions across the entire transport sector – land, air, and sea. We also work with industrial partners and manufacturers who are increasingly adopting a comprehensive approach to securing their supply chains.
Our Systems
We deliver solutions tailored to various types of transport and vehicle body applications — from vans and trailers to containers, as well as systems for roadside recovery, technical lifting, and stage applications.
Cargo securing solutions for vans and light transport vehicles.
Cargo securing and stabilization systems for trucks and trailers.
Cargo securing solutions for open transport exposed to external conditions.
Solutions for cargo stabilization and protection in transport containers.
The Most Common Challenges in the Industry
In many industrial sectors, improper cargo securing and the lack of suitable transport solutions lead to serious operational and financial issues. The most common challenges include:
How Do We Eliminate These Problems?
We deliver proven solutions that improve transport safety, protect cargo, and ensure compliance with standards.
What Regulations Apply to Transport and Cargo Securing?
Safe cargo transport requires compliance with applicable standards and regulations governing load restraint, cargo stabilization, and securing methods. Adhering to these requirements helps avoid penalties, improves safety, and ensures compliance with industry standards.
EN 12195 – Cargo Securing Standards
The EN 12195 standard defines the rules for selecting and using lashing straps and other cargo securing systems. It includes parameters such as LC and STF, which are essential for transport safety.
Machinery Directive
The Machinery Directive concerns the safe use of equipment employed for lifting and transporting loads. It defines the requirements for technical equipment, ensuring safe operation in industrial environments.
Transport and Logistics Standards
These include a range of regulations concerning the transport of goods across different modes of transport — road, rail, and maritime. They define, among others, the rules for cargo distribution, load securing, and documentation requirements.
Transport Safety
Transport safety is not only about compliance with regulations, but also about using appropriate securing systems that minimize the risk of accidents, cargo damage, and financial losses.
Need Help Choosing the Right Solution?
Contact our team — we will help you select a securing system tailored to your type of transport, cargo, and industry requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cargo Securing
Cargo should be secured in such a way that it cannot move during transport in any direction (forward, backward, or sideways). To achieve this, appropriate securing systems are used, such as lashing systems, anti-slip mats, beams, or dunnage bags.
Key factors include:
- selecting the appropriate securing method for the type of cargo,
- distributing the weight evenly,
- using an adequate number of securing points,
- using equipment compliant with the EN 12195 standard.
LC (Lashing Capacity) is the maximum force that a lashing strap can safely withstand during cargo securing. It defines the strength of the strap.
STF (Standard Tension Force) is the tension force that can be achieved using a tensioning device (e.g. a ratchet). It affects how effectively the cargo is pressed against the loading surface.
Both parameters are essential when selecting suitable lashing straps and should comply with the EN 12195 standard.
Improper cargo securing may result in:
- fines for the driver,
- financial penalties for the carrier,
- vehicle detention for inspection,
- a prohibition on continuing the journey until the cargo is properly secured.
In severe cases, it may also lead to liability for endangering road traffic safety or causing an accident.
