Did you know that strapping is an essential element to ensure the safety and integrity of your products during transport and storage? Strapping is a strap that surrounds and secures packages or pallets, preventing them from moving or being damaged.
But not all strapping is the same, nor is it suitable for all types of goods. That is why, in this article we explain how to choose the right strapping according to the type of goods you want to send, protect or store.
What types of strapping exist and what are they used for?
Strapping is classified according to the material it is made of, the strength it offers, the flexibility it has and the type of closure it requires. The main types of strapping are:
Polypropylene strapping
This is the most economical and popular of the plastic strapping products. It is used to store things that do not weigh much and that will not be kept for a long time. It has an average resistance of up to 300 kg and is flexible and manageable, so it adapts to the shape of the products without damaging them.
It does not deteriorate with the weather or with temperature variations. It can be used both manually and with automatic or semi-automatic strapping machines.
Polyester strapping
It is the most resistant and durable of the plastic straps. It is ideal for heavy or very heavy loads, which require high tension and shock resistance. It has a resistance of up to 500 kg and is very rigid and stable, so it maintains tension for a long time.
It is resistant to moisture, UV rays and chemical agents. It can be used both manually and with automatic or semi-automatic strapping machines.
Textile strapping
It is the most flexible and soft of the straps. It is perfect for fragile loads, with sharp or irregular edges, that need extra protection. It has a resistance of up to 450 kg and is very manageable and safe, since it does not cut or damage the products or the operator’s hands. It is resistant to the weather and the passage of time. It can be used manually only, with metal buckles or knots.
Steel strip
It is the strongest and safest type of strapping that exists, which is why it is used to secure very heavy or irregularly shaped goods. It has a very high tensile strength, which allows it to withstand extreme loads.
In addition, it has low elongation, thus maintaining shape and rigidity under load, and has good heat and fire resistance, making it resistant to high temperatures.
How to choose the right strapping according to the type of merchandise?
To choose the strapping that best suits your needs, you must take into account several factors, such as:
The product to be protected: its shape, size, weight, fragility, etc.
Driving and transportation conditions: distance, time, type of vehicle, etc.
Storage conditions: location, duration, exposure to external agents, etc.
In general, it can be said that polypropylene strapping tends to be for light or medium-weight goods, with regular shapes and that do not require high security.
Polyester strapping is for heavy goods or those with sharp edges, irregular shapes and requiring high security.
Steel strapping is used for very heavy or specially shaped goods that require maximum security.
As you have seen, choosing the right strapping according to the type of merchandise is very important to ensure the safety and integrity of your products during transport and storage.
We therefore recommend that you take into account the factors explained above and use Baumgarten, which is a leading brand in the packaging sector, offering quality and tailor-made solutions such as corner protectors for all types of needs. This way, you can send, protect and store your goods with complete peace of mind and efficiency.