Insight

How To Choose The Right Type Of Strapping For Job

Products of varying sizes, shapes and weight have to be safely secured whilst they are being transported.
The Tenso range of strapping supplies and accessories provides a solution for all the load securement requirements relative to all industrial packaging and strapping applications.
There are many applications for the wide range of Tenso strapping products. From bricks to bamboo, from timber to trusses and everything in between.
Why Use Strapping?
Strapping is used to ensure that a load is secured during transport, use or storage. It is widely used due to its strength and minimal volume required to complete the job, which is good for both your budget and the environment.
How To Choose The Correct Strapping
There are many different varieties and types of strapping.
The Tenso range covers:
There are several factors to consider when choosing the right strap product for the job. Here is a list of items that you need to consider:
  • The specified tensile breaking strength (Will the strap be strong ensure to hold the load?)
  • The possibility of the load changing volume during transport due to load settlement (compensated for by the elasticity of the strap material)
  • The suitablity of the strap to the load that you are securing (you would not use steel strapping for smaller, soft loads)
strapping tensioner
We have listed a few senerios below to help clarify things a little further.
1. You may have a requirement to secure odd shapes, machinery or heavy duty loads which may have a tendency to creep during transport…
Suitable strap to use: Steel Strap
2. Perhap you have a smaller package that requires a lighter duty strap to ensure safe arrival of your packaged goods without damaging the materials…
Suitable strap to use: Polypropylene Strap
3. You may have sensitive surfaced products that require the strength of steel strapping but also need protection from scratching and damage…
Suitable strap to use: Composite Strap
4. If you require heavy duty loads to be strapped which will be exposed to the environment or moisture and you want to prevent rust occuring…
Suitable strapping to use: Composite Strap

Bài viết cùng chuyên mục:

paper internal packaging

Insight

Types of Internal Packaging Materials

Internal packaging refers to the materials used to protect and contain products within their primary packaging. It’s essential for preventing damage during transportation and storage. Here are some common types of internal packaging:   1. Cardboard Flute     Internal structure flute or channels provide resistance to avoid crushing and...

Read more
container desiccant - moisture damage

Insight

How to deal with moisture damage in cargo vessel containers

Excess moisture within a cargo container can damage the contents through oxidation, discolouration or mould growth. It can also deteriorate packaging. As moisture damage can lead to a receiver rejecting the container at the port, poor humidity control can be very costly. Although some moisture will enter the container on...

Read more
fumigation

Insight

Understanding fumigation in export, import cargo

FUMIGATION A fumigant is a chemical vapor or gas that, when released, penetrates objects or enclosed areas in concentrations that are lethal to pest organism. This definition excludes aerosols, which are particles suspended in the air, often referred to as smokes, fogs or mists. Fumigation techniques have great adaptability in...

Read more
màng chít quấn tay - stretch wrap

Insight

The basics of stretch wrap

Stretch wrap is a highly engineered product that is meant to provide unitization, protection, and containment properties to your pallet loads. But without the right knowledge, you may be throwing your money away, not getting what you need for prices that are way to high. The basics of stretch wrap...

Read more

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *