Strapping

Preferred Strapping for Mine Sites

Strapping for Mine Sites

The Preferred Alternative for Steel Strapping by Australia’s Mining Companies

Safety standards in the mining industry are high. Heavy machinery, equipment, and materials shipped to and from mine sites are heavy and therefore often strapped to pallets with steel strapping, aka metal banding.

A common misbelief is that steel strapping is the strongest strapping and therefore the only available solution for strapping heavy items. However, steel strapping is […]

Composite Strapping – FAQ’s

What is composite strapping?

Composite strapping is known as “synthetic steel”. It is the latest development in strapping technology. Composite strapping is manufactured from high tenacity polyester yarns embedded in a polymer coating. Composite strapping is available in a wide variety of widths and strengths. Composite strapping is the strongest of all non-metal strapping systems. It is a strong and safe alternative for steel strapping and […]

How Cordstrap revolutionized cargo securing on North American Rail

Revolutionary solutions for rail freight securing in North America

In 2005 Cordstrap was approached by the AAR. Steel strap was a key method of cargo securing allowed on North American railcars. But there was a problem with these straps breaking on loads due to flexing during journeys.

As the cars moved during transit, sudden bumps and vibrations caused the steel strapping to bend back and […]

How to apply Cordstrap Composite Strapping to Bundles/Packs

You will need

Cordstrap Composite Strapping Cordstrap Buckles CAB Tensioner

Getting Started

Feed the strap around the bundle and fold the strap with the loose end away from you. Take a buckle in your left hand with the prongs pointing to the right.

Feed the loop of the strap through the buckle’s center and around the upper prong. Fold the other end of the strap towards you and feed it via […]

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