The Orgapack ORT250 is a battery powered strapper designed to work with poly straps. It accepts straps of width ranging from 1/2” to 5/8”. This is a combination tool that pulls tension and applies a friction weld seal. It is a versatile tool that can be operated in different modes. This includes manual, soft-corner mode, semi-automatic, and fully-automatic modes. It weighs just 8.6 lb and generates adjustable tension of 90 lbf to 560 lbf.
Technical Specifications
The key technical specifications of the Orgapack ORT-250 are as follows:
- Strap Quality: Polyester & polypropylene strapping
- Strap Width: 1/2” to 5/8” (12-13mm to 15-16mm)
- Strap Thickness: 0.019” to 0.040” (0.5mm to 1.0mm)
- Weight: 8.6 lb (3.9 kg)
- Tension: 88-335 lbf (400-1500N) (Soft corner mode) & 200-560 lbf (900-2500N) (Standard mode)
- Tension Speed: 8.6” per second (220mm per second)
- Seal: Friction Weld
- Cycles: 200-400 cycles per charge (based on tension, strap & package)
- Recharge Time: 75% charging within 15 minutes
The poly strapping tool has an ergonomic design and light weight that makes it perfect for single-hand operation. The battery can get fully charged within 30 minutes and can last for up to 3000 charges.
]]>Polypropylene (PP) strapping is suited for light to medium-duty applications. This can include palletizing, unitizing, and bundling. It is a more affordable material. It should be avoided in applications where there is constant pressure on the strapping. Such pressure can cause irrecoverable stretching.
Some of the main features of polypropylene strapping are as follows:
- It is an economical choice
- The material offers highest amount of elongation
- It has low level of recovery
- PP strapping has low strength comparatively
It should be used for short transportation requirements. It is also recommended to be used in applications where the load needs to be protected against the environment.
Overall, plastic strapping is used in applications involving lumber, paper, and fresh produce. It can also be used to reinforce stretch wrapped pallets.
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Stainless steel banding is considered the strongest and most durable strapping solution in the industry. It is valued for its high shock-resistance and offers high level of versatility. One of the main advantages of using stainless steel is that it can be joined with a wide range of seals. How it is applied can also vary based on your specific needs. Now SS strapping can also be applied using powerful battery-run tools.
High-tensile stainless steel strapping is the ultimate in strength and many other parameters that set the best strapping materials in the industry.
Applications of Stainless Steel Strapping
Stainless steel strapping is used in a wide range of industries where heavy duty application is involved. This includes oil and gas, marine, and other environments wherever high level of strength, corrosion resistance, and durability is required. You can choose from a wide range strapping dimensions based on your applications.
This type of strapping is specifically designed for use in the most extreme conditions. High quality stainless steel strapping can even withstand the elements. SS strapping has extremely high break strength. It has high corrosion resistance and UV-resistance.
Grades of Stainless Steel Strapping
The most commonly used grades of stainless steel strapping are as following:
317 Series
The 317 series of SS strapping is valued for its high localized and general corrosion resistance. It has lower carbon content. This helps in increasing sensitization-resistance during welding. This grade of strapping also has high chemical resistance and excellent formability. It has non-magnetic characteristics.
301 Series
The 301 series of SS strapping is preferred for its higher carbon content. It has good corrosion resistance too. Some of its main features include:
- High resistance
- Bright and elegant surface
- Excellent resistance to the elements
201 Series
Grade 201 series of SS banding belongs to the 200 series. It was first engineered to conserve nickel, so it has lower nickel percentage. This grade of strapping is often used in place of grade 301 strapping, but it has lesser corrosion resistance. The grade 301 is considered better for use in chemical environments. The higher nitrogen percentage in grade 201 provides it higher toughness and strength, more so at lower temperatures.
Stainless steel strapping is also available with a variety of coating. This includes:
- Black painted
- Waxed
- Edged
Usually, stainless steel strapping is ribbon wound and is used either in white or embossed form. As already mentioned it can be used with a wide range of seals, including stainless steel seals.
]]>Plastic strapping stands out for its extensive range of properties. This is the reason it has become a popular option for strapping applications in a wide range of industries. There are different types of plastic strapping, each offering its unique set of advantages. However, there are many properties which are common to all of them.
Types of Plastic Strapping
There are 3 main types of plastic strapping. They differ in terms of how they are manufactured. The main properties and benefits of each one are as following:
1. Polypropylene (PP) Strapping
This type of plastic strapping is used for applications having light to mid-duty strapping needs. It is recommended for use in light-duty unitizing, palletizing, bundling and other applications. It is available in different widths, thicknesses, and alterations in polymer composition. It is usually used with semi-automatic strapping tools.
PP strapping is usually printed or embossed. It is lightweight and can be easily applied. Some of the other features and properties of this type of plastic strapping are as following:
- Higher elongation capacity and elastic memory
- Recommended for use with non-rigid load for extended durations
- Recommended for use with UV treatment for outdoor applications
Polypropylene strapping is available in machine and manual grade, so that you can use the right type with strapping tools. It can be sealed with different types of systems including:
- Buckles
- Push seals
- Open seals
- Closed seals
2. Polyester Strapping
This type of plastic strapping is valued for its high strength. It is so strong that it can also be used as an alternative for steel strapping for many applications. There are two main types of polyester strapping. This includes:
- Non-woven: These traps are also called composite straps and have straight polyester filaments in polymer encasing.
- Woven: This type of plastic strapping is stronger than non-woven straps, as the filaments are woven together. These straps are usually applied using buckles with high joint efficiency.
3. Nylon Strapping
Comparable to steel or stainless steel strapping, nylon straps feature the highest specific-strength among all the plastic straps. Despite its extremely high strength, nylon is expensive. This is the reason polyester is often used in place of nylon. It is close to cord strapping in terms of strength.
These are the different types of plastic strapping, each one suitable for a specific type of function. It is recommended to choose the right option based on what your requirements are. The right type of plastic strap an also offer most of the benefits of steel.
]]>Composite cord strapping is often referred to as synthetic steel because of its exceptionally high strength. It is considered as one of the best steel strapping replacements available today. It is one of the latest advances in the strapping industry. It is made of high-tenancy polyester yarns encased in polymer coating. You can find this type of plastic strapping in a wide range of strengths and widths.
Safer & Easier Strapping
Composite cord strapping makes strapping safer, easier and effective while providing the level of strength and properties matching steel strapping. It has very high weather high resistance due to polymer coating. It allows reinforcing cargo in the most reliable way at an affordable price.
Benefits of Composite Cord Strapping
Some of the main benefits of using cord strapping tools include:
- Very high strength (matching that of steel strapping)
- It is retracts tension
- It is nonabrasive, as it will not cause any damage to load during shipment
Composite strapping is lightweight and doesn’t have any sharp edges to cause any damages like metal banding. It is considered better than steel straps because it makes loading, off-loading and handling safer. The tensioned strapping can be secured using buckles for optimal joint efficiency. However, other types of securing systems can also be used, such as the following:
Using composite straps can help in reducing your costs by a huge margin if you are currently using steel or stainless steel strapping. It can be used for any type of industrial application without the need to compromise on strength. It is also highly resistant to chemicals and harsh conditions due to the special coating.
Main Features
Some of the other features of cord strapping are as following:
- It prevents damage to the load because it doesn’t scratch, cut or stain
- Its high tensile strength also helps it in absorbing impact during shipment. There is no risk of the plastic strapping snapping or the cargo breaking
- It is lightweight and the crew can handle the load by hand
- It maintains its tension and shape under even the most harsh weather conditions
- Composite cord strapping can be used in high temperatures, moist conditions, and under UV rays without any worries
Overall, composite cord strapping stands out for its exceptionally high strength, lightweight, safety, and high-resistance to the elements and chemicals.
]]>The Fromm P329 battery powered strapper is one of the toughest poly strapping tools. It is designed for strapping 5/8”-3/4” plastic straps. The tool weighs just 9.3 lbs and can generate adjustable tension of up to 900 lbs. It features the latest technologies that make strapping easier, quick and effortless. Thanks to these new improvements, it is capable of doing things which weren’t possible earlier.
The P329 is a battery-run polyester strapping tool that is designed to take off all the effort involved in strapping. The new improvements and interactions help ensure that there are no joint errors. It is a lightweight tool that can pull the strap and weld it in one go in fully-automatic mode.
Features of Fromm P329
- Generates adjustable tension up to 900 lbs.
- Simple knobs also allow ease of adjusting seal time.
- Features latest brushless motor for minimal maintenance and increased lifecycle.
- Available in fully-automatic and semi-automatic versions.
- New plates and guides make the tool easier to remove from the polyester strapping.
- Special motor temperature monitoring feature to ensue motor doesn’t overheat.
- Ease of removing from packages with smaller surfaces.
- Special cycle counter.
- Special protective design for battery.
- Special indicator for battery charge.
This battery powered strapper offers a high joint efficiency of up to 75%. Its welding mechanism is controlled by a dedicated motor. It ensures that the weld has cooled down before the tool is removed.
Technical Specifications
- Strapping: Polypropylene & polyester strapping; 5/8”-3/4” width & 0.016”-0.053” thickness
- Weight: 9.3 lbs (4.2 kg)
- Tension: 112lbs-900lbs (500N-4,000N)
- Tension Speed: 1.9”-3.1” per second
- Seal Type: Friction Weld
- Seal Efficiency: Up to 75%
- Battery: Lithium-Ion 18-Volt DC @ 4 Ah
Other Options
There are a few other options to the Fromm P329 for different strap widths. These include:
- Fromm P328 for polyester strapping of width 1/2”-5/8”.
- Fromm P331 for straps of width 1”-1-1/4”.
- Pneumatically powered P359 for straps of width 1”-1-1/4”.
Repair & Accessories
All the common wear parts and replacement parts for the Fromm P329 are readily available for online order. Besides, the battery-powered poly strapping tool has a service-friendly design. All this helps in reducing the turnaround time for tool repair.
All accessories for the P329 are also easily available. The common components that helps enhance its functioning include:
- Standard suspension bracket
- Protection plate
- Wearing plate
- Cycle count reader
- Motor cooling fan
The Fromm P329 battery powered strapper is designed for signal-hand operation. It has a fully-covered design that protects fingers and provides additional safety.
]]>The Signode BXT2 series of Battery Powered Strapping Tools are designed for applying polyester and polypropylene strapping of different width. These are combination tools that use friction weld mechanism and feature automatic weld function for faster cycles. This series of poly strapping tools have been proven for their ease of use, speed and toughness. The tools run on latest lithium-ion battery technology from BOSCH. This means longer lifespan. Thanks to the brushless motor technology, this tool requires minimal maintenance. It has a fully-automatic and a semi-automatic mode.
The BXT2 series comprises of the following Battery Powered Strapping Tools:
The BXT2-10 is designed for poly straps of width 3/8”-1/2”. The Bxt2-10 and specifications are as following:
- Strapping: Polypropylene & Polyester strapping; 3/8”, 7/16” & 1/2” width;
- Weight: 7.5 lbs
- Tension: 90 lbs-275 lbs (400N-1,200N)
Signode BXT2-16
The bxt2-16 and specifications are as following:
- Strapping: Polyester & Polypropylene Strapping; 3/8”, 7/16”, 1/2” & 5/8” width
- Weight: 8.6 lbs
- Tension: 200 lbs-560 lbs (900N-2,500N); Soft tension mode: 88 lbs-335 lbs (400N-1,500N)
Signode BXT2-19
The bxt2-19 and specifications are as following:
- Strapping: Polypropylene & Polyester strapping; 5/8”-3/4” width
- Weight: 9.3 lbs
- Tension: 260 lbs-880 lbs (1,157N-3,914N); Soft tension mode: 88 lbs-350 lbs (400N-1,600N)
The bxt2-32 and specifications are as following:
- Strapping: Polyester & Polypropylene Strapping; 1” & 1-1/4” width
- Weight: 14.3 lbs
- Tension: 551 lbs-1,430 lbs; Soft tension mode: 220 lbs-1,100 lbs (1,000N-5,000N)
Features of BXT2
The main features of the Signode BXT2 Battery Powered Strapping Tools are as following:
- Ease of Use: The tool series has ergonomic design which and is lightweight. It helps in reducing operator fatigue. The flexible settings further help in making operations easier.
- Dual-Modes: The semi-auto and full-auto modes make operations easier. The full-automatic mode works with a single button, completing tension and sealing in one action. This helps in saving time and effort, thus improving productivity.
- Versatility: It can apply both polypropylene and Polyester strapping. The series applies different sizes of strapping, from width 3/8” up to 1-1/4”.
- Minimum Maintenance: This series of Battery Powered Strapping Tools uses the latest technologies that help in minimizing maintenance and extending its lifespan. The brushless motor technology reduces wear and increase life. The BOSCH Li-Ion technology also ensures that the battery and the tool last longer and work efficiently.
Overall, the BXT2 series offers the best solutions to address Polyester strapping needs of almost all sizes.
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