Why Pet Strap Is Taking Over Steel Strapping

Daywalk (formerly Omni-tuff) is always looking for better packaging solutions that reflect positive factors such as cost-effectiveness, sustainability, firmness, and above all, safety. Thus, it was only natural that PET strap or Polythene Terephthalate strapping became the substitute for expensive steel strapping, especially with industries and applications wherein loads are susceptible or sensitive to damage.

Using PET strapping to secure products or loads for shipment or storage offers more significant advantages as compared to steel straps.

Why not steel straps?

While steel straps imply strength, PET straps and other polywoven strapping is slowly replacing them. This is because steel straps are conducive to rust and corrosion when exposed to moisture. Also, steel straps have an abrasive texture that tends to scratch, chip, and generally damage loads.

The benefits of PET straps

Although polythene terephthalate is a sturdy type of plastic, its components give it durability and strength. For instance, Daywalk PET strapping has an indicative break strength of up to 722kg. PET strapping also doesn’t rust or corrode and even offers better resistance to shock and vibrations. It is resistant to high UV levels.

Once PET straps have secured a load safely and effectively, they weigh less than steel straps, so the load can be appropriately weighed with no significant additions needed. When the load has been transported, it can be unpacked with minimal effort because the straps can be easily cut off. Steel straps take a long time to cut off and remove. Also, when PET straps are cut, they can recoil a little but will not cause injury, unlike the recoil of steel straps.

Because of its versatility, PET straps are used to secure sensitive loads such as textiles, steel, glass, paper, leather, timber, and more. The straps are even used in the food and beverage industry in securing sensitive loads like food items, poultry products, canned goods, mineral water bottles, and more.

With industries involved in the growing demand for metal rods, cables, and other mining and construction products, PET straps ensure that these products are transported and delivered without compromising their quality.

Get Quality PET Straps from Daywalk

If your company is looking to switch to PET strapping, you need to get in touch with Daywalk today so our representatives can discuss your next project. Daywalk’s premium PET straps are manufactured according to industry-leading and Australian government quality standards, especially where safety is concerned.

Premium PET and Spartan PET Strapping – 16mm and 19mm

The Premium PET is available in orange colour while the Spartan is in green. 16mm has an indicative break strength of 540kg while the 19mm has a break strength of 722kg.

ITA series Battery Powered Strapping Tool (manual, semi-auto, auto)

The premium option for high-speed strapping operations. It provides user comfort, preventing injuries or fatigue.

16mm or 19mm PET Strapping Starter Kit

Complete PET strapping system that includes PET strap rolls, dispenser, and strapping tool.

Strapping Lance Tool

To prevent PET straps from twisting and turning when passed through gaps in the load or pallet.

Dispenser PET/Steel Mobile

A portable strapping dispenser for easy dispensing of straps while a strapping tool can also be carried around.

For Daywalk, people come first. This means safety comes first for people to come first, and this can be seen in its PET strap system. This is instilled in the company culture because we need to support clients in all their endeavours. And when clients do their projects safely, then Daywalk has done its job as well. For more information, enquiries, or a need to talk about your requirements, visit Daywalk at their website, daywalk.com.