The latest innovative addition to the world of strapping is cord strapping, made from high tenacity polyester yarns. These straps are a level above the poly straps. Compared to steel strapping and poly strapping, Cord strapping has numerous advantages. As opposed to steel, cord strapping is weather resistant, it does not rust, it is just as strong, and it is light and easily portable. As opposed to poly strapping, cord straps retain more tension and strength; they are cost effective, re-tensionable and even more cost effective.

Cord strap may very easily be confused with poly strapping because they both look and feel very similar. Cord strapping is available in three types: composite, bonded and woven.  The woven cord strap is a combination of the composite and bonded cord strapping. However, the easiest way to distinguish between the two is to add a piece of each to some water. Cord strap floats while poly strapping sinks, this is because cord strapping is lighter and more flexible than poly strapping.

Applications of Cord strapping

Cord strapping is available in a wide range of strengths and flexibility ranging from 100 pounds and up to 45,000 pounds. This allows for a wider range of applications too. Cord strapping is also considered to be safer, more convenient and more cost effective compared to steel and poly strapping.

Cord strapping can be used to package and transport any load in any industry. It is applicable in palletizing, unitizing, bundling, carton packaging, reinforcing, etc.

Cord strapping can be secured with metal fasteners depending on the weight of the package. On the other hand, for smaller loads, it can be tied into knots like rope, and both secure a high joint efficiency.

Why use cord strapping:

• Cord strapping is more flexible as compared to steel and poly straps
• Cord strapping is a safer option with lesser chances of injury
• Cord straps are energy and cost efficient
• Cord has greater shock absorbency
• It has lower chances of damaging the cargo that is packaged

The disadvantage of using cord strapping, however, is that the cord itself may be damaged depending on the nature of the cargo. In situations like this, costs would increase as the package would need to be reinforced.

The choice between the types of strapping is dependent on a variety of factors. What suits one purpose may not suit another. Allstrap offers a variety of strapping options like steel, poly and cord straps, tools and other equipment. It is a one stop shop for all strapping needs, be it industrial or personal.