What Are Plastic Straps For

Plastic Strapping is Ideal For: Paper. Lumber. Fresh Produce. Reinforcing Stretch Wrapped Pallets.

What are plastic straps called?

Since polypropylene is the most common plastic strap option, the term “poly strapping” will generally refer to polypropylene. Polyester works best when you need higher initial tension; polypropylene is best when high initial tension is unimportant and only low retained tension is needed.

How do strapping machines work?

Strapping machines generally work by using sensors to detect the presence of a targeted product or box. They are then fed strap material via a spool or pulley system and mechanical spinners or arms rotate the straps around the target. This motion is mechanical and quick and can be integrated into an assembly line.