Packing (Stuffing) of Cargo in Container
- Stuff the container within shortest possible time so that the ambient temperature does not affect the container and the cargo
- Ensure packages are stowed with adequate spacing between for “good” airflow
- There should not be too much air pocket
- Similarly, cargo should not be packed too near to the door end as it will cause short cycle of air flow
THE STOWAGE SHOULD FINISH FLUSH WITH THE ?T? FLOOR GRILL AT THE DOOR AS THIS WILL THEN ALLOW THE CORRECT AIR FLOW AT THE DOOR, FAILURE TO DO SO COULD IMPACT ON THE AIR FLOW WHICH COULD RESULT IN A POOR OUTTURN
- Cargo should never be stowed above the red load line within the reefer container; otherwise it will impede the airflow, which could affect the quality of product outturn due to blockage of air flow.
- Cargo weight must be evenly distributed throughout the container floor space. Top part of packed cartons should be parallel.
- Do not leave large spaces where cargo could collapse during transit
- The total cargo weight does not exceed the maximum payload within the container
AS DEFINED ON THE CONTAINER DOOR
- The total gross weight (including container tare weight) does not exceed the road limitation in any transit points during the transportation journey
- Upon completion of stuffing, to seal the laden refrigerated container with PIL Bolt Seal (bullet seal)
- Cartons must be designed to withstand the weight of other stacked cartons. Overloading cartons and stacking them beyond their design limits can cause damage to the cartons and their contents
- If needed, use blocking and bracing with wood
- The products should be stacked as a solid block, without any space between the cargo and the walls of the container
- If the cargo cannot cover the entire floor area, filler such as dunnage or cardboard must be placed over the empty space to assist with the correct airflow. Air will always take the route of least resistance, thus causing a “short circuit” of airflow resulting in insufficient cooling of the cargo