Smarter Cargo Protection with Dunnage Airbags: How to Choose the Right Type

In freight operations, effective void fill and load securement directly impact both product integrity and transport safety. One of the most efficient solutions is the dunnage airbag. Engineered for different modes and load profiles, these airbags absorb shock, prevent shifting, and minimize damage risk throughout the journey.

ID Airbags: Construction & Flexibility

International Dunnage ID airbags stand out with a reusable, easy-to-handle design. An airtight polyethylene (PE) inner liner pairs with a rugged polywoven (PP) outer shell to deliver durability and long service life. The portfolio scales by load weight and shipment dimensions ensuring a fit-for-purpose solution from road to sea.

Level-Based Selection Guide

Bison Level 0: A cost-effective choice for the lightest loads and in-truck applications. Typical working pressure is 2–3 PSI.
Level 1: The most commonly preferred general-purpose option for trucks and containers operating at 2–3 PSI. Capacity is comparable to two-ply paper airbags.
Level 2: Suited to rail and trailer use as well as seaborne container loads. Working pressure is 6 PSI.
Level 3–4: Designed for heavy cargo in the ~34–93 ton range. Ideal for high-mass products such as plywood, bricks, and paper rolls operating at 8 PSI.
Level 5: For ultra-heavy loads over 93 tons including large paper rolls and metal coils. Optimized for rail and sea freight with a 10 PSI working pressure.

Smart Shapes for Challenging Gaps

Square Dunnage Airbags: Purpose-built for voids standard bags cannot fill. Their three-dimensional form reliably secures gaps—especially widths of 40 and 85 cm—without additional components.
Twin Airbags: Two bags inflated simultaneously via a V-gun to secure wider voids efficiently. Effective for gaps between 40 and 100 cm.
Bladder Airbags: An excellent match for light shipments and sensitive, smooth surfaces. When inflated they assume the form of PP airbags providing gentle yet dependable support.

Selecting the right level and form reduces damage lowers operational interruptions and keeps costs under control. For end-to-end load securement solutions explore the high-quality airbag range from International Dunnage.

For detailed information and to explore dunnage options that best suit your needs, feel free to contact International Dunnage.

Company: International Dunnage

Website: https://www.internationaldunnage.com/

Address: 2217 Rowland Ave. Thunderbolt, GA 31404

Telephone: +1 912 355 88 84

e-mail: sales@internationaldunnage.net