Important Factors For Strap Choice

Important Factors For Strap Choice 1- Defining the function or purpose of the strapping Strapping may perform the following functions: Package reinforcement, carton closure, securement, unitization, baling, bundling, bracing, palletization, compression retention and pilferage reduction. 2- Knowing the package characteristics Package characteristics that influence strap selection are: weight, stability, rigidity, integrity and sharpness of the edges (sharp edges may demand heavier strapping or corner protection). -Corners -Package Weight -Load Stability 3- Shipping or handling considerations Shipping considerations that affect the choice of strapping include: how far the package is shipped; how it’s handled by both the shipper and receiver; and where and how it’s stored. In short, it is important to know the functions of Strapping -Maintain compression -Unitizing -Skidding -Securement -Palletizing -Bundling -Baling -Tiedown/Bracing And understand the importance of unitizing and stabilizing -Reduces damages by stabilizing bundles -Provide means of closure -Reduce transport costs -Reduce pilverage -Reduce space (keep compressed) -Simplify warehousing -Bundling -Speed up operations -Safer in transportation Co-Strap as a leading manufacturer of strappings advises its customers to chose the correct product for the purpose and area of application.