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Dunnage Air bags work best in voids between 4” and 12.” However the size of the bag, heavier plies, and the different products can handle larger voids. We can give you recommendations as to what size and how the dunnage air bag would be most effective. Click here for a free assessment.

Dunnage Air Bags:

Different ways Dunnage Air Bags are used in various shipments:

2-Ply Dunnage Air Bag Uses:

As pictured here, the 2 or 4 ply Dunnage air bag secures the load by locking the last 2 or 4 pallets from the door to the sides of the truck creating frictional drag.

4-Ply Dunnage Air Bag Uses:

Here is another example of air bag positioning. This is 4 ply bags placed in two different areas to lock in the load securely.


Crosswise Bracing

4-Ply, 6-Ply, 8-Ply Dunnage Air Bag Uses:

Rail Car Uses (Crosswise Bracing):

Used in railcars to fill length-wise void in doorways. AAR approved when weight of load is less than 30,000 lbs. Crosswise Bracing shown in the picture, can be a combination of 4,6, or 8 ply, due to the number of bags used.

6-Ply & 8-Ply Dunnage Air Bag Uses:

Rail Car Uses (Lengthwise Bracing):

The Lengthwise bracing requires a 6 or 8 ply. The primary application for the 8 ply bag is for the shipment of roll stock in rail cars. Used in railcars to fill length-wise voides in doorways where due to severe shipping conditions, a greater amount of protection is needed.

Lengthwise Bracing



Intermodal may require a variety of different sizes and plies. This will vary by the products and means of transportation.

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