Strapping

When strapping is called backing of packages with a locking band.

When strapping the packages are first compiled and flips with the strap. Under the tape can be introduced to protect the packages edge protection. The tape is then with the aid of a device, a so-called strapping tensioned and secured.

Technology

Depending on the size of the packages, the required power and speed either manual strapping tools are used, in which the tape is lashed by a person over a cocking lever, or come to the strapping application that can automate the process and raise the high forces. When strapping a plastic or steel tape is used depending on the required strength. The festgezurrte tape is backed up and truncated after tensioning by brackets, sleeves, seals or welding techniques.

A related technique for small and light packages is banding.