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Strapping + Banding Selection — Quick Reference
Strapping (banding) = FLEXIBLE MATERIAL — plastic or steel — securing PALLET LOADS + bundling materials + LOAD RESTRAINT during transit. AIMS stocks polypropylene + polyester + steel strapping + tools + seals + buckles per AS/NZS 4380.
| Strapping Type | Best For | Break Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Polypropylene (PP) Strap | Light loads + bundle + carton sealing | 50-200 kg |
| Polyester (PET) Strap | Heavy bundles + replaces steel | 300-1,500 kg |
| Steel Strap (Standard) | Heaviest loads + steel coil + lumber | 500-3,500+ kg |
| Steel Strap (Heavy-Duty) | Maximum break strength + critical load | 2,000-6,000+ kg |
| Width (12mm / 16mm / 19mm / 25mm / 32mm) | Match to load + tensioner | — |
| Manual Tensioner Tool | Hand operation — workshop standard | — |
| Pneumatic / Battery Strapping Tool | Production speed + consistent tension | — |
| Steel Seals + Plastic Buckles | Strap joining + securing | Per strap |
Critical: Match strap type + width to load weight + transit demand. PP for light + manual; PET replaces steel for many heavy bundles (safer — no recoil if breaks); steel for heaviest + extreme loads (CUT WITH CARE — recoil energy = injury). Sharp strap edges = cut hazard. Compliance: AS/NZS 4380 load restraint. Companion: load restraints, ratchet straps, material handling.
Strapping and Banding for Australian Packaging, Pallet Securing and Load Restraint
Strapping (also called banding) is the flexible material — plastic or steel — used to secure pallet loads, bundle materials, and provide load restraint during transport. For Australian warehouses, manufacturers, transport operators, and trade businesses moving palletised goods, the right strapping system matched to load weight and transport distance is essential. AIMS Industrial supplies strapping, banding seals, and tools for trade and industrial packaging operations.
The strapping types we stock
- Polypropylene (PP) strapping — economical plastic strap for light pallet bundling and packaging; the everyday choice for non-critical loads
- Polyester (PET) strapping — stronger and lower-stretch than PP; suits heavier loads and longer transport distances
- Steel strapping — highest tensile strength; for heavy loads, structural bundles, and harsh handling environments
- Composite strapping — woven polyester core with polymer coating; alternative to steel for heavy loads with no sharp edges
- Cord strapping — woven fibre strapping for specific applications
Choosing the right strap
- Light loads (under 200kg pallet) — polypropylene strapping; economical and adequate
- Medium loads (200-1000kg pallet) — polyester strapping; better tensile strength and lower stretch
- Heavy loads (1000kg+) — steel or composite strapping; highest strength and creep resistance
- Long-distance transport — polyester or composite; lower stretch maintains tension over time
- Sharp-edged loads — composite strapping doesn't cut on edges the way steel can damage operators handling the load
Where strapping earns its place
- Pallet load securing — strapping pallet loads to pallets for transport
- Bundle packaging — bundling sheet material, lengths of pipe, lengths of timber
- Crate and case strapping — securing crate lids, reinforcing wooden cases
- Load restraint on transport — supplementary securing for loads on trucks and trailers (see also ratchet straps for primary load restraint)
- Industrial bundling — securing steel coils, wire bundles, and similar industrial products
Strapping equipment
- Manual tensioners and sealers — for occasional and small-volume strapping
- Battery-powered strapping tools — combined tension-and-seal in one tool; faster than manual for production work
- Pneumatic strapping tools — for sustained production where compressed air is available
- Strapping seals and buckles — see also strapping seals and tools
Australian load restraint compliance
Strapping used as primary load restraint on Australian roads must comply with the NTC Load Restraint Guide. Polypropylene and polyester strapping are typically not rated as primary load restraint — they're packaging restraint. For primary load restraint on transport, ratchet straps, chain, or similar rated systems are required. Use strapping for packaging integrity and the rated systems for legal load restraint.
Brands and pack sizes
Strapping is stocked from quality manufacturers across the materials and widths Australian customers use. Common widths include 9mm, 12mm, 15mm, 19mm, and 25mm; common roll lengths range from 1000m through 3000m for production use. Match width to load size and tool compatibility.
Companion ranges at AIMS
Strapping sits alongside our broader packaging and load restraint range — see strapping seals and tools, tapes and accessories, ratchet straps, and staplers and accessories for the related products.
Need help speccing strapping for pallet securing, bundling, or specific load types? contact our team — we'll match material, width, and tool to your work.
People Also Ask — Strapping
Q: What are the main types of strapping AIMS stocks?
AIMS stocks polypropylene (PP) strapping, polyester (PET) strapping, steel strapping, composite strapping, and cord strapping, covering everything from light pallet bundling through to the heaviest industrial loads.
Q: When should I use polyester strapping instead of polypropylene?
Polyester (PET) strapping is stronger and has lower stretch than polypropylene, making it the better choice for heavier loads (roughly 300-1,500kg break strength) and longer transport distances where PP's higher stretch would let tension drop off.
Q: What's the advantage of composite strapping over steel?
Composite strapping uses a woven polyester core with a polymer coating, giving it steel-like strength for heavy loads without the sharp edges that can cut operators handling the load.
Q: Is polypropylene or polyester strapping rated for load restraint on the road?
No — polypropylene and polyester strapping are typically not rated as primary load restraint under the NTC Load Restraint Guide; they're intended for packaging integrity. For primary load restraint on transport, ratchet straps, chain, or similar rated systems are required.
Q: What tools are used to tension and seal strapping?
AIMS stocks manual tensioners and sealers for occasional or small-volume work, battery-powered strapping tools that combine tensioning and sealing in one tool for faster production work, and pneumatic strapping tools for sustained production where compressed air is available.
Q: What roll lengths does strapping come in?
Common strapping roll lengths range from 1000m through 3000m for production use — match the width to your load size and tool compatibility.
Q: Why does steel strapping need to be cut with extra care?
Steel strapping stores significant tension energy, so cutting it releases recoil energy that can cause injury — it should always be cut with care, alongside general caution around sharp strap edges, which present a cut hazard.