Polyester is a type of plastic that has grown in popularity for uses in strapping due to it its dependability and many benefits. Often used as a substitute for steel strapping because of its strength, polyester strapping also has the following characteristics:
- It has the ability to elongate and retract to always keep a firm hold on your bundle.
- It's softer than steel, which keeps it from digging into your products even when tightly bound.
- Polyester won't rust, allowing you to avoid rust stains on your items.
Polyester strapping is a great choice for heavy loads like packs of timber, bricks or blocks. Keep in mind that it can decompose and weaken when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays for extended periods. Sharp items can also cut into polyester and cause it to break, so it’s best used to strap down softer materials or items wrapped in a soft, protective layer. Battery operated tools can significantly speed up hand strapping operations and eliminate seals, for larger volume applications a fully automated line is used.
| AAR Certified | ||||||
| AAR | Embossed | Color | Strap Size With – In | Gauge With – In | Coil Length – ft | |
| Yes | Yes | Green | 5/8 | .035 | 4,000 | |
| Yes | Yes | Green | 5/8 | .40 | 4,000 | |
| Yes | Yes | Green | 3/4 | .40 | 3,000 | |
| Yes | No | Green | 3/4 | .40 | 3,000 | |
| Non – AAR Certified | ||||||
| AAR | Embossed | Color | Stap Size With – In | Gauge Width – In | Strength LBS | Coil Length – ft |
| No | Yes | Green | 3/8 | .024 | 425 | 12,000 |
| No | Yes | Green | 7/16 | .022 | 550 | 10,500 |
| No | Yes | Green | 1/2 | .020 | 560 | 9,000 |
| No | Yes | Green | 5/8 | .040 | 1,600 | 4,000 |
| No | Yes | Green | 5/8 | .035 | 1,400 | 4,000 |
| No | Yes | Green | 3/4 | .040 | 1,900 | 3,000 |
| No | No | Green | 3/8 | .024 | 425 | 12,000 |
| No | No | Green | 7/16 | .022 | 550 | 10,500 |
| No | No | Green | 1/2 | .020 | 560 | 9,000 |
| No | No | Green | 5/8 | .040 | 1,600 | 4,000 |
| No | No | Green | 5/8 | .035 | 1,400 | 4,000 |
| No | No | Green | 3/4 | .050 | 2,400 | 2,400 |
