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The word is also known as a form of packing to prevent damage to ships and cargo. TRUCK DUNNAGE Often called Dunnage Air Bags. Originally Rubber bags were used to brace pallets inside trucks. Later evolved into Kraft Paper bags with a plastic bag interior. As the use of metal Strapping became less popular, many companies now use Polyethylene or Vinyl based bags because of their low cost. Dunnage Air Bags are a type of Inflatable Packaging ORIGINS The word "dunnage" is an old sailing term for material placed between cargo to prevent shifting. DEFINITION n. packing material for protecting cargo EXTERNAL LINKS |
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