ABOUT THE BOOK

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    Accession Number

 B583

    Title

 Cargo Containers : Their Stowage, Handling And Movement

    Author

 TABAK, HERMAN D.

    Publisher

 Cornell Maritime Press

    ISBN

 

     Summary

The preparation of Cargo Containers- Their Storage, Handling and Movement was an ambitious and challenging undertaking. The author has met that challenge successfully and the result is a comprehensive and detailed study of the many aspects of the cargo container revolution. Mr. Tabak’s contribution to all who wish to pursue the many ramifications of this unique transportation development is extensive. The shipping of cargo in containers is one of the most significant and exciting developments experienced in the transportation industry in many years. Although the concept of containerization is not new, its great potential for broad applications is just beginning to develop in a meaningful way. Improved efficiency in cargo handling, more economical terminal handling, reduced requirements for terminal facilities, and improved protection for cargo against weather, damage and pilferage- all the these are made possible by the development of container usage. Interchangeability between models of transportation and improved utilization of equipment are additional benefits