Frequently Asked Questions

What size bag(s) are recommended for centerline loading?: 18"x60" covers 2 pallets (2 bags brace 4 pallets) - saving on overall costs; 15"x21" covers 1 pallet (2 bags brace 2 pallets) - when there are only 2 pallets left to brace, as a result, saving on overall dunnage costs.

What size bag is recommended for all other loading?: The correct size dunnage bag is determined by a variety of factors such as the weight of the product, the void size and the shipping method. Please call us at 1-800-304-0031 and we will be able to assist you in determining the correct size.

Can all Centerload vinyl dunnage air bags be recycled?: Yes, all Centerload air bags can be recycled.

Have Centerload dunnage air bags been verified by the Association of American Railroads?: Yes, Centerload does have a selection of dunnage bags that have been verified for applicable applications.; Centerload paper dunnage air bags have passed all performance standards for applicable intermodal and rail car shipments.

How does a Centerload dunnage air bag compare to other manufacturers?: Centerload is the original manufacturer of the vinyl dunnage bag. Our bags have proven themselves over time and have complete market acceptance.; The combination of raw materials and the manufacturing process of our paper dunnage bags enable our bags to reach higher burst pressures than most other bags. Simply put, our bags are stronger and perform better.

What are some key points when considering pricing?: All Centerload dunnage bags are priced to be competitive with market prices.; You ship, you have damage, and you have claims... Centerload has your solution.; Each full truck load shipment your customer receives, can be as much as $30,000.00 per load. Centerload can protect an entire load for less than $50.00.

What type of equipment is necessary to inflate dunnage bags?: Compressed air from an air compressor. We recommend a minimum 5hp motor with a 25 gallon capacity tank and 120PSI output.; Inflator tool; Air gauge (optional) - not required when using the Turbo Inflation system.

What type of inflator equipment is available through Centerload?: Turbo Filler; Standard air inflators; Gauged air inflators; Replacement tips; Air Compressor Carts; Adaptors for any existing paper bag inflators

Does Centerload offer custom screen-printed dunnage bags?: Centerload offers one color custom screen printing along with one color vinyl at a minimum charge per vinyl dunnage bag.

Can a Centerload disposable dunnage air bag be reused?: Yes, our disposable vinyl dunnage bags can be reused an average of four times, depending on the application. All our paper dunnage bags are manufactured with a reusable valve and can be reused.

How many times can a Centerload reusable dunnage air bag be reused?: Due to the large variety of applications for dunnage air bags, the amount of times that a reusable air bag can be reused depends largely on the type of application and level of care with which these bags are used.

Why use Centerload vinyl dunnage air bags instead of the competition's products?: Centerload vinyl dunnage air bags are more durable and priced competitive to other air bags.; Our patented valve and Turbo FillT inflation system allows our vinyl dunnage air bags to be filled faster than any other bags on the market, saving you time and money.; Every bag has to pass a 24 hour leak test in quality control prior to being packaged.; Due to elasticity, Centerload's vinyl air bags expand and contract with a change in temperature and altitude.; With simple installation, Centerload vinyl dunnage air bags will expand to fill a much larger space, eliminating the need for void fillers.; Centerload vinyl dunnage air bags are more pliable, adhere better to the product, while taking shape to odd configurations without damaging the boxes.

Why use Centerload paper dunnage air bags instead of the competition's products?: Centerload paper dunnage air bags are more durable and priced competitive to other air bags.; We use only the highest quality extensible kraft paper and polyethylene liner to manufacture our paper dunnage bags.; Our manufacturing process combined with the quality of our raw materials gives our bag a higher burst strength than most other bags.; Both the manufacturing process and the finished product are subjected to stringent quality control procedures.

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