Pick strapping based on load weight and whether the load will shift or settle, then match the tool and seal. This guide compares PPY, PET, steel, and cord strapping, and explains why PET is replacing steel on many palletized loads. It also covers strap placement and tension, and why a mismatched seal is the most common failure point. It finishes with safety tips for cutting steel strap.
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Material |
Best for | Notes |
|
PPY (polypropylene) |
Light bundling and carton closing |
Lowest cost; stretches and loses tension over time |
|
PET (polyester) |
Most palletized loads; a common steel replacement |
Strong, holds tension, safer to cut than steel |
|
Steel |
Very heavy, sharp, or hot loads (metal, lumber, coils) |
Highest strength with no stretch; sharp edges when cut |
|
Cord strapping |
Export and flexible loads |
Lightweight and easy to tension by hand |
Yyou want to switch from steel to PET to cut cost and improve safety, or you need tools, seals, or a strapping machine.
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