Hand Grade & Machine Grade Polyester (PET) Strapping
Polyester strapping is a durable, high-performance material used to secure and stabilize loads during shipping, storage, and transport. Polyethylene terephthalate, or PET strapping, is a type of plastic known for its strength, flexibility, and resistance to environmental factors.
Polyester strapping has excellent elongation recovery, which is advantageous for securing loads that will experience regular shocks over a long period of time. Available in both hand grade polyester strapping and machine grade polyester strapping options, it is split-resistant and holds up well in UV light.
Both strapping machines and hand tools can use polyester strapping, and it is available in either smooth or embossed options. We also offer a wide range of AAR-approved PET strapping for machinery as well as hand tool applications. Contact us to request a quote for our hand grade and machine grade polyester strapping today!
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Polyester Strapping
5/8 Polyester Strapping
- Landen's 5/8 polyester strapping is designed for medium- to heavy-duty applications using strapping machines or hand tools, delivering reliable tensioning and load security.
3/4 Polyester Strapping
- Landen's 3/4 polyester strapping is engineered for medium- to heavy-duty applications, providing superior tensile strength and durability for demanding packaging environments.
11mm Machine Grade Polyester Strapping
- This 11mm machine grade polyester strapping is a specialized PET product suitable for high-speed arched strapping equipment, delivering precise and reliable performance in automated packaging operations.
1/2 Polyester Strapping
- Landen's 1/2 polyester strapping is built for medium- to heavy-duty applications using strapping machines or hand tools, offering consistent strength and tension across a wide range of industries.
1-Inch Polyester Strapping
- Landen's 1-inch polyester strapping is engineered for medium- to heavy-duty applications, providing maximum load security for the most demanding shipping and storage requirements.
Why Choose Polyester Strapping?
The advantages of polyester (PET) strapping begin with its remarkable tensile strength, which borders on the effectiveness of steel. It is suitable for long-term outdoor use as it resists brittleness in the cold and maintains tension in the heat. Despite its strength, our hand grade polyester strapping remains lightweight and easy to handle, plus it doesn't require complex tools or sealing techniques. Whether you need machine grade polyester strapping for automated systems or hand grade polyester strapping for manual applications, Landen has the right PET strapping solution for your operation.
Polyester vs. Polypropylene
In general, polyester strapping is better suited for heavy-duty applications. It is significantly stronger and more durable than polypropylene and is far more resistant to environmental factors. Both hand grade polyester strapping and machine grade polyester strapping retain their strength and flexibility in varying temperatures where polypropylene becomes brittle and weak. Furthermore, PET strapping outshines polypropylene when it comes into contact with chemicals, oils, or corrosive substances.
Polyester strapping stands out as it retains tension over time and maintains its hold during transportation. Polypropylene, on the other hand, is prone to "creep," where it loses tension gradually under prolonged stress.
Disadvantages of Polyester
One of the most noticeable disadvantages of machine grade polyester strapping is that it can be more expensive than polypropylene and may not be the best choice when strength and durability are not critical issues. It is also more abrasive on delicate or polished surfaces than polypropylene and may cause scratching or scuffing.
PET strapping is engineered for heavy-duty applications. Using polyester strapping for lighter loads might not provide additional benefits but could add to packaging costs. Polyester also has limited color options, which could be a disadvantage for businesses that need specific shades for visual presentation or organizational systems.
Explore Landen’s Range of Packaging Solutions
In addition to hand grade and machine grade polyester strapping, polypropylene strapping, strapping machines, and hand tools, Landen also manufactures wrapping and stretch film machines, case sealers, and custom strapping systems. Contact us today to request a quote on a pallet of PET strapping or to discuss your packaging needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is polyester (PET) strapping, and what is it used for?
Polyester strapping — often called PET strapping or polyester banding — is a high-strength plastic strap engineered to secure heavy, non-compressible, or long-transit loads such as lumber, bricks, metal coils, and palletized freight. Unlike lighter polypropylene strapping, polyester retains its tension over long periods and can stretch slightly under load and recover, keeping shipments secure even through shock and vibration during transport. Landen's polyester strapping is built to run reliably on our strapping machines, delivering the durability and holding strength required for demanding, high-tension packaging applications.
How does polyester strapping compare to steel strapping?
Polyester strapping is increasingly replacing steel strapping because it offers comparable holding strength with far greater safety and ease of handling — it weighs about half as much as steel, has no sharp edges, and won't "spring back" dangerously when cut. It also retains tension better than steel over the life of a shipment, since polyester's elasticity allows it to stretch and contract with the load rather than staying rigid. For most palletized and unitized loads, polyester strapping delivers steel-level performance at a lower total cost, with less risk to operators and less potential for product damage.
What's the difference between hand-grade and machine-grade polyester strapping?
Hand-grade polyester strapping is designed for manual application using tensioners and battery-powered hand tools, making it a good fit for lower-volume or non-conveyorized packaging lines. Machine-grade polyester strapping is manufactured to tighter tolerances for consistent feeding, tensioning, and sealing through automatic and semi-automatic strapping machines at higher speeds. Landen supplies both grades, and our team can help you determine which grade is compatible with your current equipment — or recommend the right strapping machine if you're looking to automate.
When should I choose polyester strapping instead of polypropylene (PP) strapping?
Polyester strapping is the better choice when your load is heavy, rigid, or non-compressible — such as lumber, bricks, metal, or export-grade pallets — and needs to retain high tension over a longer transit or storage period. Polypropylene strapping, by contrast, is better suited to lighter, compressible loads like cartons and boxes where high sustained tension isn't critical. If you're unsure which material fits your application, Landen supplies both polyester and polypropylene strapping and can help match the right material to your load type and strapping equipment.
Where can I buy machine-compatible polyester strapping, and can it be customized?
Landen supplies polyester strapping directly, manufactured to be fully compatible with our own line of strapping machines — so you get correctly matched materials and equipment from a single, accountable supplier instead of troubleshooting compatibility issues with third-party strap. Our polyester strapping comes in multiple widths and grades to fit your load requirements, and our team can help you specify the right size and tension range for your application, whether you're running a manual line or a high-speed automated system.
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