| Freight Securement ProductsCorrugated Void FillersDunnage Air BagsPlastic And Fiber SlipsheetsCorner & Edge Protectors for ShippingCorrugated PalletsCargo Load RestraintShipping & Packing SuppliesCorrugated & Chipboard SheetsShipment Monitoring & Protection | Sunrise Manufacturing Services & CapabilitiesOn-site training of loading dock personnel- Evaluation and discussion of pertinent Association of American Railroads loading requirements for safety and performance.
- Presentation of product application techniques to maximize safety and efficiency.
- Handouts and drawings to reinforce hands on training experience.
Product specific - custom damage prevention systems- Assessment of key load characteristics
- Nature of product (liquid/powder/solid)
| - Nature of product packaging (carton/bag/drum/pail/etc.)
- How is the load organized on the pallet
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Evaluation of load unitizing materials- Pallet under or over-hang
- Stacking strength requirements
| - Necessity of tier sheets, uncoated or coated
- Weight and cube dimensions of load
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Evaluation of blocking and bracing materials- Balance securing force/restraint to resiliency of packaging.
- Balance cost vs. material, e.g. do reuse opportunities exist?
| - Synthesis of items 1-3 into a customized application of materials to provide best value system to protect shipment.
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Origin and Destination Inspections and Audits- Detailed field documentation, drawings, photos, etc. for collaborative problem solving and continuous improvement opportunities
| - Evaluate compliance with AAR standards (point of origin)
- Forensic investigation of damage issues (destination)
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CAD Drawings / Load Diagrams- CAD drawings are used to provide visual overview for load planning
- Drawings provide assessment of all critical dimensions
| - Drawings are a key reference point for collaborative problem solving and evaluation of shipment
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Training Material- Photos of correct/incorrect product application
- Drawings to provide guidance on where materials are placed and how they form the restraint system
| - Narratives on correct product application, safety precautions, and product performance expectations
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Product Application Bulletins- Updates on product enhancements and upgrade features
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Railroad Liaison- We have an excellent reputation with the damage prevention staffs of the Class I railroads
- We know who to call and have established the relationships that get timely answers
| - We frequently collaborate with the railroads on testing and providing sample materials. Our lab has also been used for materials testing.
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