CARGO SECURING FOR MINING & HEAVY INDUSTRY

SGS Certified Load Securing Solutions for South Africa’s Mining and Industrial Sector

Why Mining Cargo Requires Specialised Securing Solutions

South Africa’s mining sector generates some of the most challenging cargo securing requirements in the country. Mining equipment, heavy machinery, structural steel, conveyor components, vehicles, and bulk materials all need to move safely between mine sites, processing facilities, ports, and international destinations.

Mining cargo presents unique securing challenges:

• Extreme weights — individual items can weigh tens of tonnes, requiring high-strength lashing with verified load ratings
• Irregular shapes — machinery, vehicles, and structural components rarely fit neatly on pallets, demanding flexible securing systems
• Remote locations — mine sites in Mpumalanga, Limpopo, North West, Free State, and the Northern Cape are far from ports, meaning cargo endures long road and rail journeys
• Multi-modal transport — cargo often moves by road from the mine site to a rail hub, then by rail to port, requiring securing systems that perform across all transport modes
• Harsh conditions — dust, heat, vibration, and rough roads are standard operating conditions for mining logistics

DunLash supplies South Africa’s mining industry with independently tested, SGS certified cargo securing products designed for the extreme demands of mine-to-port logistics.

In addition to our mining cargo securing solutions, we offer a full range of lashing, strapping, dunnage, and cargo protection products. Read more about these related pages below:

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DunLash Product Specifications for Mining Applications

Heavy-Duty Woven Polyester Lashing

For securing heavy mining equipment, machinery, and structural components, DunLash woven polyester lashing delivers the strength needed:

All specifications are SGS certified. The DunLash 750 with a system strength of up to 13,850daN is the product of choice for the heaviest mining cargo, providing approximately 7 tonnes of Maximum Securing Load (MSL) per individual lashing.

AAR-Rated Composite Strapping

For mining cargo moving by rail between inland mines and ports, DunLash AAR-rated composite strapping (32mm, up to 2,771daN system strength) provides rail-compliant securing. This is particularly relevant for the Transnet Freight Rail corridors connecting mining regions to Durban, Richards Bay, and Saldanha Bay.

Dunnage Bags for Mining Cargo

Mining components and materials moving inside containers require void-filling protection. DunLash AAR Level 2 dunnage bags (burst pressure up to 17psi) are recommended for the rough handling and extended transit times typical of mine-to-port logistics.

Mining Regions Served by DunLash

• Mpumalanga — coal mining, chrome, and vanadium. Freight moves to Richards Bay and Durban via the N4 and rail corridors
• Limpopo — platinum group metals, chrome, and iron ore. Connected to Gauteng and ports via the N1 and rail
• North West — platinum, gold, and chrome mining around Rustenburg and Brits. Connected to Gauteng and rail network
• Free State — gold mining in the Welkom and Virginia region. Rail connections to Durban and Cape Town
• Northern Cape — iron ore, manganese, and diamond mining. Saldanha Bay port via the Sishen–Saldanha rail line
• KwaZulu-Natal — coal mining and industrial operations around Richards Bay and northern KZN

Mine-to-Port Logistics: Complete Securing Solutions

DunLash provides a complete cargo securing package for the full mine-to-port journey:

• At the mine site — composite strapping for bundling and unitising components; woven lashing for heavy equipment securing on trucks
• Road transport — dunnage bags for containerised cargo; lashing systems that absorb shock from rough roads and long distances
• Rail transfer — AAR-rated strapping and dunnage bags for intermodal compliance
• At port — break-bulk lashing for vessel loading; container desiccants to protect against coastal humidity during ocean transport

Mining Cargo Securing FAQs

What lashing strength do I need for heavy mining equipment?

This depends on the equipment weight, transport mode, and lashing angles. For the heaviest mining cargo (crushers, large conveyors, heavy vehicles), DunLash recommends the 50mm DunLash 750 with a system strength of up to 13,850daN. Multiple lashings are applied based on the total restraint force required. DunLash provides cargo securing assessments for mining logistics.

Can DunLash supply directly to mine sites?

Yes. DunLash supplies mining operations across South Africa from our offices in Johannesburg (80 Ronald Ave, Sandton 2090), Durban (Unit 1, Chestnut Grove, Brackenhill Road, Waterfall 3610), and Cape Town (60 Tower Road, Airport Industria). We coordinate delivery to mine sites, processing facilities, and port operations.

Are DunLash products suitable for the full mine-to-port journey?

Yes. Our product range covers every stage of the mine-to-port logistics chain, from composite strapping for on-site bundling through to break-bulk lashing for vessel loading and desiccants for ocean transport. All products are SGS or ISO certified.

Does DunLash offer cargo securing training for mining operations?

DunLash provides hands-on training for mining logistics teams, covering correct product application, load calculation, and compliance with applicable cargo securing standards. Training can be arranged at mine sites, warehouses, or port facilities.

Contact DunLash to discuss cargo securing solutions for your mining and heavy industry operations.

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