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Indian Maritime University

BNA 023 CARGO HANDLING & STOWAGE


Block no. 1 Cargo handling and Care
Unit No. 3 Containerized Cargoes

3.1 Types of containers


3.1.4 Locking arrangements, seal

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BNA 023 CARGO HANDLING & STOWAGE

3.1 Types of containers


3.1.4 Locking arrangements, seal

There are several types of commercial


locks and seals available for use on a
container to prevent loss or tampering.

The most popular type is


the Bolt type Seal.
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Container Locks

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Container Locks

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Bolt type seal

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• Standardized Container
Bullet Seal Bolt type seal
• Preferred By Shipping
Lines.
• Galvanized High Tensile
Steel shank.
ABS Protective Mould
To Counter Corrosion.
Highly Visible Unique
Sequential Numbering.
Easy To Lock Spring
Lock Mechanism.
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To install Bolt-type Seal

1. Insert Locking Bar


through closed
Hasp.

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To install Bolt-type Seal

2. Position cylinder body


and then press locking bolt
to cylinder and push
to click and secure.

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To remove Bolt-type Seal

Cut The Bolt


with 24“
bolt Cutter.

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3.1.4 Locking arrangements, seal

Empty containers, when carried on


board, should also be locked and
sealed to prevent use of the container
for illegal traffic, including human
smuggling.

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