Cordstrap Strapping Supplies & Tools
Secure pallets, freight, and cargo with industry-leading Cordstrap strapping systems. Designed as a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional steel banding, Cordstrap composite and woven polyester strapping delivers exceptional strength, shock absorption, and load stability for transportation, warehousing, and industrial packaging applications.
Whether you're palletizing products in a warehouse, securing freight for over-the-road transport, or stabilizing loads inside shipping containers, Cordstrap strapping helps protect your cargo from shifting, damage, and loss during transit.
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Looking for a complete cargo securement solution? Be sure to browse our selection of tie down straps, dunnage bags, stretch wrap, and cardboard corner protectors to further protect your shipments.
What Is Packing Strapping?
Packing strapping, also known as shipping strapping or pallet strapping, is a high-strength material used to bundle, reinforce, and secure products for storage and transportation.
Unlike steel banding, polyester strapping provides flexibility, shock absorption, and safer handling while maintaining excellent load containment. Composite and woven polyester strapping resist rust, corrosion, and weather exposure, making them ideal for demanding indoor and outdoor applications.
Common Applications for Shipping Strapping
- Pallet securement
- Lumber bundling
- Building material transportation
- Steel product packaging
- Container load securement
- Flatbed freight transportation
- Warehouse storage and distribution
Industries such as construction, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, and warehousing rely on polyester strapping to keep products secure throughout the supply chain.
Understanding Strapping Break Strength Ratings
Cordstrap strapping break strength ratings are based on the performance of the complete strapping system, including the strapping material, compatible buckle, proper tensioning tool, and correct installation procedures.
For maximum performance, always use the recommended buckles and tensioners for your chosen strapping size.
Cordstrap Strapping vs. Steel Banding
Many companies are switching from steel banding to polyester strapping because it provides comparable strength while improving safety and ease of use.
Safer for Employees
Steel banding can create dangerous recoil when cut and features sharp edges that can cause injuries. Polyester strapping eliminates these risks and is easier to handle during installation and removal.
Better Product Protection
Unlike steel, polyester strapping will not scratch, dent, or damage products during transit.
Superior Shock Absorption
Loads naturally shift and settle during transportation. Cordstrap strapping absorbs shock and maintains tension better than steel, helping prevent load movement.
Rust & Weather Resistance
Polyester strapping will not rust or stain products when exposed to moisture, making it ideal for outdoor storage and international shipping.
Reduced Tool Requirements
Steel banding often requires multiple specialized tools. Cordstrap systems typically require only a single tensioning tool, reducing equipment costs and maintenance.
Lightweight & Cost-Effective
Polyester strapping is easier to transport, store, and dispose of compared to steel banding, helping reduce overall operating costs.
Types of Cordstrap Strapping
Cordstrap offers two primary polyester strapping options: composite and woven. Both provide excellent load securement while offering advantages over traditional steel banding.
Composite strapping is manufactured using high-tenacity polyester yarns coated with a protective polymer layer.
- High strength-to-weight ratio
- Excellent durability
- Easier feeding around pallets and products
- Smooth handling characteristics
- Ideal for palletized freight and industrial loads
Its semi-rigid construction allows it to slide easily under pallets while still providing flexibility for secure load containment.
Woven strapping is constructed from interwoven polyester fibers that provide exceptional flexibility and shock absorption.
- Superior load retention
- Enhanced shock absorption
- Softer, more user-friendly handling
- Conforms well to irregular loads
- Ideal for lumber, steel products, drums, and heavy cargo
Woven strapping is often preferred for applications where loads experience significant movement during transportation.
AAR-approved strapping is available. Contact our product specialists for assistance with rail-compliant cargo securement solutions.
Strapping Accessories & Supplies
Build a complete Cordstrap securement system with compatible accessories and tools designed for maximum performance.
Cordstrap buckles lock the strap in place and maintain system tension throughout transport.
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Composite strapping buckles: Galvanized finish for smooth strap movement and excellent corrosion resistance.
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Woven strapping buckles: Phosphate-coated finish for improved grip and enhanced holding power.
Proper tensioning is critical for achieving maximum system strength. Manual tensioners are ideal for low- to medium-volume operations, while battery-powered tensioners are a great choice for high-volume packaging applications.
Cordstrap tensioners are backed by manufacturer warranty support. Contact us if your tool requires repair or service.
A strapping dispenser helps keep coils organized and prevents material from unraveling during use.
- Static dispensers
- Mobile wheeled dispensers
- Forklift-mounted dispensers
Note: Composite and woven strapping require different dispenser configurations due to coil size differences.
Pallet needles simplify strap installation by allowing users to quickly feed strapping underneath pallets without crawling on the floor. They improve ergonomics, speed up application, and help reduce operator fatigue.
How to Choose the Right Strapping
Selecting the proper strapping begins with determining load weight.
Load Weight ÷ Number of Straps = Minimum Required System Break Strength
For example, if your pallet weighs 1,000 lbs. and you plan to use two straps, divide 1,000 by 2. Your strapping system should have a break strength rating greater than 500 lbs.
For assistance selecting the right strapping, buckle, and tensioner combination, contact our product specialists.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can polyester strapping replace steel banding?
Yes. Composite and woven polyester strapping can meet or exceed the performance requirements of steel banding in many applications while providing improved safety and shock absorption.
Do I need powered tools to use strapping?
No. Manual tensioners are available for most applications and require no batteries, electricity, or compressed air.
Is Cordstrap strapping CTU Code compliant?
Yes. Cordstrap strapping solutions are CTU Code compliant and witness-tested by DNV.
What's the difference between strapping and ratchet straps?
Strapping is often the preferred solution for palletizing, bundling, and one-way shipments because it is economical and disposable. Ratchet straps are better suited for reusable tie-down applications.
How does shipping strapping work?
Strapping is wrapped around a load, secured with a buckle, and tightened using a tensioning tool. This creates a strong, secure system that helps prevent load shifting during storage and transportation.
