Strapping is the method of applying a strap to items to reinforce, fasten or hold the items together. When sending your company’s goods in transit it’s vital they are secured in order to adhere to health and safety laws. It’s also vital to ensure the safety of your staff is upheld, this makes ensuring the correct strapping is chosen a major consideration for business owners. Regardless of your strapping requirements this guide will allow you to consider the best fit for your company needs.
What to Consider Before Purchase
Strapping comes in many shapes and sizes with lots to consider before purchase. There are thousands of different strapping materials available worldwide. Of course, this number is ever growing as technology continues to evolve allowing the industry to grow further. This can make the choice difficult, but as a general rule companies look for four attributes when purchasing strapping; elongation, break strength, corrosion resistance, and UV resistance.