Extreme loads
Steel remains the choice for very heavy products where strap elongation is not allowed.
Strapping
Steel strapping (metal strap)
Tools for steel strapping, the strongest strapping solution for heavy loads, sharp edges and products that must not stretch.
Guide
When to choose steel strap
Steel (metal) strap is the strongest strapping solution: heavy loads, sharp edges, high temperatures or products that must not stretch, such as billets, profiles, coils and timber. It is available in carbon steel (painted or galvanized) and stainless steel.
It is applied with tensioning and sealing tools, manual or pneumatic. It is fixed with seals or, with some tools, by sealless joints made by cutting and folding the strap.
Mind safety: cut ends can spring back suddenly. Use safety glasses, gloves and suitable cutting tools.
Criteria
Steel, PET or PP
Sharp edges
Steel strap is not cut by the edge of the product, unlike plastic straps.
Harsh environment
Withstands high temperatures and weather, with the right steel grade.
When PET is enough
For many applications PET gives similar strength with safer handling and no rust.
Products
Tools for steel strap
CHT 670
The most powerful battery strapping tool for PET strap 25–32 mm. Tensioning force up to 7,000 N — replaces steel strapping.
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ECO 13-16-19
Manual seal-less strapping tool for steel strap 13–19 mm. Economical and reliable.
Manual
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ITA 30
Manual sealless strapping tool for steel strap 13/16/19 mm. Strong, safe and stable sealless joint; lightweight and easy to use.
Manual
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FTL-32
Industrial pneumatic tensioner for steel strap. Tension force 8.5 kN, working pressure 0.4–0.63 MPa (≈4–6.3 bar).
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Steel Strapping Tool CHS 550
Steel strapping hand tool for seal-less joints, for 13, 16 and 19 mm steel strap, with a touchscreen interface and up to 500 cycles per battery charge.
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ELECTRA™ M Series
Battery-powered tensioner/sealer for steel strap 19/25/32 mm. Tensioning force up to 7,500 N, no hoses or compressors needed.
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ITA 36
Manual tensioner for steel strap 19/25/32 mm, regular duty and high tensile. Lightweight, robust and easy to use.
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FTS-32
Pneumatic steel strap sealer up to 32 mm. Sealing force 15 kN, working pressure 0.49–0.63 MPa (≈5–6.3 bar).
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Steel Strapping Tool CR 32
Robust, battery-driven steel strapping tool for 19, 25 and 32 mm steel strap, with up to 400 cycles per battery charge.
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ELECTRA STT & STDC
Battery-powered tensioner and sealer for steel straps with double crimp sealing, suitable for EN 13247 steel strapping.
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ITA 37
Manual single notch sealer for 32 mm steel strap, regular duty and high tensile. Lightweight, robust and easy to use.
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ITA 40
Combined pneumatic strapping tool with single notch for steel strap 13/16/19 mm. Three motor versions: 2,000 N, 5,500 N and 7,500 N.
Pneumatic
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ITA 41
Combined pneumatic strapping tool with double notch for steel strap 19/25/32 mm. Manual tensioning, two motor versions: 9,000 N and 15,000 N.
Pneumatic
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INCA 16-19 HT
Pneumatic seal-less strapping tool for steel strap 16–19 mm with tensioning and friction welding.
Pneumatic
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ITA 42
Combined pneumatic strapping tool (tensioner + sealer) for steel strap 19/25/32 mm with double notch seal. Tension up to 15,000 N.
Pneumatic
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ITA 44
Pneumatic tensioner for steel strap 19/25/32 mm, regular duty and high tensile. Lightweight, powerful and quick.
Pneumatic
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ITA 44SP
Pneumatic tensioner with angled motor for steel strap 19/25/32 mm. Specially designed for coils and any round application.
Pneumatic
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STP 19-25-32
Pneumatic strapping tool for steel strap 19–32 mm with single notch seal.
Pneumatic
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ITA 45
Pneumatic sealer with single notch for steel strap 19/25/32 mm. Lightweight, robust and easy to use.
Pneumatic
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STP-DN 19-25-32
Pneumatic strapping tool for steel strap 19–32 mm with double notch seal.
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FAQ
Questions about steel strapping
What thickness and width does steel strap have?
They are chosen by load and by tool. Check the width and thickness range accepted by the tool in its specifications.
Carbon or stainless steel?
Carbon steel, painted or galvanized, is usual in industry; stainless is chosen for corrosion or hygiene requirements.
Which tools do I use?
Manual tools for small volumes, pneumatic for high pace. Some seal without seals.
Can PET replace steel?
In many cases yes; steel remains for extreme loads and very sharp edges.
Guides
Other buying guides
- Automatic Strapping Machine
- Case Sealing Machine
- Automatic Pallet Wrapper
- Stretch Wrapping Machine
- Battery Strapping Tool
- Elastic Banding Machine
- Strapping Machine
- Semi-Automatic Strapping Machine
- Palletizing Robots
- Coding and Marking Systems
- PET strapping
- Stretch film and pre-stretch
- Industrial packaging: strapping, wrapping, case sealing, coding
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