eCommerce Wordbook

Blocking and Bracing

Logistics Glossary

Blocking means preventing a load from moving laterally (side-to-side, front-and-back) and bracing means preventing the load from moving vertically (up-and-down). Without proper bracing, a load can jump over its blocks. And without proper blocking, the braces will not hold.

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Top Online Marketplaces in Africa: A Complete Guide 2026

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