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There are several types of strapping available and to get the best results you need to choose the correct type that offers the benefits needed for your packaging operation. Here are just a few questions to ask yourself before starting to buy strapping. -What is the application and how do you intend using it? -What is the weight, and is it a static or dynamic load? -Will the strapped shipments have to withstand any weather conditions? -Will the strapping be done manually with tools or will it be done automatically with a machine? -How far is it going and will long will it be strapped for? Listed the different types of strapping below, so you can learn the properties and advantages of the different materials. This should help you make the right decision when buying strap. Polypropylene Strapping (PP): is light and versatile, making it ideal for sealing, reinforcing and securing lighter loads. With elastic properties, it does not deform or corrode and resists bumps and sc...

  W hen it comes to almost any task in your plant / warehouse, you want to use the right tools for the job. There are so many reasons to make sure you have the right equipment, from saving money to helping your team be more productive. There are some tasks where it’s clear you must have the right tools. For other tasks, like strapping applications, you may not be as concerned about having the “right” tool. An older handheld strapping tool or separate sealers and cutters might seem like enough to get the job done. Having the wrong tools for your strapping applications could be costing you more than you realize. Here are a few reasons to make sure you’re always working with the right strap equipment. The Wrong Tool Increases Worker Fatigue and Injuries: The wrong strapping tools, for example, can increase the risk of eye injuries or cuts. Your team members might also be at higher risk of burns or other injuries if they’re using old or poorly maintained tools. Increases in Dam...