Archive for March, 2011

If it was legitimate, shouldn’t the cargo of the Mavi Marmara have met international safety standards? (2011-3-31)

The equipment that arrived in the IHH Hamas-sponsored blockade-busting cargo ships did not have proper transport manifests or any of the paperwork required to legally ship cargo by sea. The cargo was found to contain construction equipment, including sacks of concrete and metal rods products that are restricted from entering into the Gaza strip for [...]

What is that wire used to tie down a Car Battery my grandpa used it it was all rusty but it worked just fine? (2011-3-31)

i have tried bungee cords but they move around no matter how tight you wrap them around i have also tried those hold down kits sold at autoparts store but they won’t work with my battery tray that has broken pieces Since it was Grandpa it could have been, probably was, barb wire.

Canadian jobs could be lost and the cost of shipping to and from Canada will increase, thousands of jobs gone? (2011-3-31)

From Ballast Canadian ports make too great a demand on shipping companies to control their ballast water, they’ll go to other ports. Ships are designed to float at a certain depth, so they have to carry ballast when they have no cargo and empty the ballast when they load up. What do you think? Any [...]

Younger Brother – Safety in Numbers (live in Cargo) (2011-3-30)

Video from the live performance of the new Younger Brother song ‘Safety in Numbers’. This video was shot during the new album ‘Vaccine’ preview in Cargo, London. Unfortunately, the volume was very loud, so the audio is not as good as it should. Duration : 0:1:38 Technorati Tags: 2010, Brother, cargo, Live, London, Posford, Prometheus, [...]

Bastian Material Handling Pallet Rotator / Inverter (2011-3-30)

The Pallet Rotator / Inverter is a simple, rugged machine designed to invert entire pallet loads. The pressure adjustable clamping mechanism easily secures loads up to 4,400 pounds and rotates them 180 degrees on a massive anti-friction turret bearing. Capacity: up to 4,400lbs. 48″x48″x60″ maximum pallet size 180° of rotation Replace damaged goods at the [...]

Best Boat Bungee Docks Cord Straps Lines Ropes Mooring Tie-Downs Piers Post Pilings BOAT DOCK BUNGEE (2011-3-30)

WWW.EZDOCKBOATBUNGEE.COM Dock in 30 seconds or less ! ———- BE SURE TO WATCH THE WHOLE VIDEO…It shows the most common way, and an EASIER and FASTER way to dock a boat, especially for SINGLE person boaters. BEST DOCKING SYSTEM EVER ! Those tie down “snubbers” with loops at both ends? No more reaching AROUND the [...]

RC 2,6m Big Foamy “Cargo” plane – Greek Wings – Model 2010 (2011-3-30)

This is our Huge 2,6 meters wingspan foamy plane built during summer of 2010. Flies on 8800 mAh 3S LiPo u to this moment. Great and Stable plane! Duration : 0:2:37 Technorati Tags: big, cargo, foam, foamy, greek, huge, large, model, plane, RC, wings

Snap-Loc Loc-Down Cargo Control Straps for Dollys, Trucks and Vehicles (2011-3-30)

The SNAP-LOC TEAM has revolutionized the way the world moves and secures its cargo! For decades people have had to settle for using light duty S-hook type straps that come loose, easily wear out, break and become tangled or knotted! Finally, a better and safer method for securing cargo is here! Introducing the LOC-DOWN CARGO [...]

Which car should I buy for comfort, ecomony, safety and trunk capacity? (2011-3-28)

I need a car with comfort, economy, safety and a trunk or cargo area large enough to carry my Hospice nurse supplies. I drive 30 – 140 miles a day, frequent stops and have to idle while I do charting in the car. Need power outlets for computer and cell phone charging. I used to [...]

What are the advantages/disadvantages of these kayak tie-down techniques? (2011-3-28)

I see some people carry kayaks strapped flat to the roof/roof rack while others put the kayaks on their sides. I have a standard SUV roof rack (not a kayak rack) and I am wondering which way I should secure my kayak. I use locking cam straps and have laid the kayak flat in the [...]