Article featured in "On Board Hospitality" Magazine

An article written by ABRIC was featured on the "On Board Hospitality" magazine. The article was based on cargo theft and tips on preventing losses from cargo theft.

Cargo theft is a growing multi-billion dollar concern, and it is estimate of approximately $30 billion worth of goods have been stolen a year worldwide. Authorities and several non-profit organizations (such as TAPA) are doing their best to put up a fight against these terrors. Yet it is equally important to prevent and discourage cargo theft from happening. Arming oneself with information regarding cargo theft such as popular theft places, methods, and most stolen products is one of the ways to prevent cargo theft. Creating barriers by using security seals, being alert of surroundings and simply being involved with organizations that combat cargo theft are also important measures which should be taken into consideration.

We would like to thank Ms Sue Williams of On Board Hospitality Magazine for giving us the opportunity to contribute towards the magazine. Big thanks!

Product training - Names of seals

Learning about our products can be a bit challenging, since we have so many products, with similar features, design, yet totally different applications, strength and benefits.

So a couple of us newbies sat down together and have a little chat about our products in line. We learn about the differences between each seal, try to remember the names, and its applications. The whole training took about 2-3 hours.

And now the fun part - remembering the names. It can be a huge challenge, let alone learn the differences between each and every seal, since most of the seals look the same and given similar names. Say example:

• Difference between JawLocks and LuggageLocks? (LuggageLocks have tabs to be removed upon application; JawLocks don't.) 
• Difference between RibLocks and BagLocks? (BagLocks have "bigger teeth".) 
• Which one of these is ClipLock, CartLock, CrimpLock? 

It will take some time to remember all the names and their features. So, don't worry, some of us took nearly a month to remember the names even. 

A good way to remember all the seals' names is to actually lay down all the seals on a table, label them, and worship them. Every morning before work starts, look at the seals and try to remember the names. That way you can compare easily and identify all the seals at a glance.

Another way of remembering is to find out how the seals get their names! Alright this would need a little bit of a history lesson. TwinLocks, for instance, got its name from its locking mechanism. You will hear two clicks whenever your apply the seal, hence the name. SmoothLocks? Smooth stem. JawLocks? Jaw locking mechanism. ClickLocks? Click, and lock!

So good luck knowing our seals! I might come up with a test for everyone on product knowledge. Mandarin oranges as prizes. 

TwinLock – “Security simplified."

In a major construction project, there are typically multiple deliveries of concrete every day.  Even in a good economy, theft is an  issue.  This problem has become more acute in this economic down turn.  In an effort to monitor deliveries and reduce theft, Titan America is now utilizing ABRIC’s “TwinLock”, a plastic truck seal with sequential numbers on each seal.  This enables Titan America to track deliveries and has reduced theft.

The TwinLock is one of a few ABRIC’s pioneering seals. This seal has a fixed loop design with the length 200mm (7.83 inches). It is equipped with a patented double locking mechanism and ribbed locking head, giving the seal’s superior design an enhanced level of security. Made out of polypropylene, this seal has a tensile strength of 15kgf (33lbs).

Benefits of TwinLock:

· Allow movements of the door locking mechanism without applying strain on the seal

· Enhanced level of security

· User friendly, easy removal

Widely used to seal containers, vehicle doors, and tankers, the TwinLock’s patented double locking mechanism & ribbed locking head is more secure with the special acetal locking jaws. With its fixed length, the TwinLock allows movements on the door of the container, without applying strain on the seal or breaking the seal. Easily removed on its pre-determined break point without requiring any removal tools, it has proven to be a successful and widely accepted fixed length tamper evident seal by many companies.

-Written by Jennie Hunter, VP Sales, ABRIC North America

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