Heavy packages need heavy duty strap! Do you need to make sure your load stays together? Industry standards for strong strapping:
1. 1 1/4″ x .029/.031″ high tensile steel strapping is the most commonly used HD strapping ever. It is used on heavy or dangerous products including pipe, steel coils, hardwood lumber, large castings, and rail road (AAR) shipments. Alternatives include:
- 1 1/4″ (4,000 pound) or 1 1/2″ (5,400 pound) cord strapping
- 1 1/4″ x .050″ polyester strapping
2. 2″ x .044″ high tensile steel strapping is for very heavy loads. Alternatives include:
- 12,000 pound lashing
- 7,800 pound lashing
- 1 1/4″ x .031″/.044″ high tensile steel strapping, and using double or triple the number of straps.
The experts at determining safe strapping methods using heavy duty strap is Allstrap. They can help you use the right strapping, and determine safe alternative loading methods.