strapping

Also known as banding, bundling

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Commons category: Strapping (packaging)

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Types of strap
Steel
Polypropylene
Polyester
Nylon
Corded and woven
Paper
Composite
Uses of strapping
Joining methods
Hand tools
Strapping machines
See also
References
Further reading
Standards

Strapping, also known as bundling and banding, is the process of applying a strap to an item to combine, stabilize, hold, reinforce, or fasten it. A strap may also be referred to as strapping. Strapping is most commonly used in the packaging industry. thumb|Telescope corrugated boxes closed with strapping. Boxes are attached to pallet with bands of strapping, with edge protectors at the top of the load.

==Types of strap== Strap is a flat, flexible material, most commonly made from steel or various types of plastic.