Steel vs. Poly Strapping: Which is Right for Me? Strapping is an essential tool for packaging and palletizing operations worldwide. No matter what type you use, it is always used to wrap around palletized loads in order to keep them contained and safely on their pallets during stora...
The Signode SLB (seal-less battery powered) combination tool
A new product from Signode is designed for use with steel strapping. The Signode SLB Seal-less strapping tool is battery-run with versatility in mind. It works with strapping with widths of 1/2'' and 3/4''. This tool bands and applies a seal-less joint to connect the strapping, perfect for...
*Updated 11-27-17*
Do you know how to choose the right strapping product?
If you're using strapping to package your products, knowing what kind of package you have will help you to determine what kind of strapping you need to purchase.
Do you know that there are five main types of packages on which you'd use strapping? Knowing what kind of package you're...
Let's be honest: steel prices are increasing while poly prices are poised to decrease. If you've ever considered it, now is the time to start really thinking about switching from steel to poly strapping.
It doesn't take a wise, old mathematician to realize that switching from steel to poly strapping can save you thousands.
And did you know that with...
Strapping: You've heard of it, but what do you really know about it?
Strapping is one of the most commonly used means of unitization and bundling in the packaging industry. There are multiple types of strapping products available, as well as many application types, but strapping is especially used in environments such as:
Bundling together for...
Knowledge is power. And the right knowledge about strapping puts the power in your hands.
Did you know that with the dramatic increase in the cost of steel, many companies are finding that plastic or poly strapping provides the same performance at a fraction of the cost?
Most of these companies are saving, on average, 78%.
Achieving dramatic...
