The friction µ between load and load bed is the single factor that most affects how many lashings you need. Here is how to choose a realistic value — and when an anti-slip mat pays off.
Introduction
In the load-securing formula, the friction µ is the value that carries the most weight. The higher µ is, the more the load holds itself, and the fewer lashings you need. That is why it is important to choose a realistic — and not too optimistic — value.
Typical µ values (EN 12195-1 / IRU)
Grovt spænder µ fra ≈ 0,45 for savet træ mod krydsfiner ned til ≈ 0,15 for glatte plast/stål-kombinationer, mens en antiskridmåtte hæver friktionen til ≈ 0,6. Den fulde materialepar-tabel er samlet ét sted — se artiklen »Lastsikring efter EN 12195-1« — så tallene ikke driver fra hinanden.
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