Strapping is a process used in many industries where products need to be packed for storage, handling, and/or shipment. There are diverse types of products, ranging from metals and wood to paper and glass. To serve the purpose of strapping, there is an extensive variety of strapping equipment currently on the market.

Tensioners are one piece of various strapping equipment that makes the entire process of strapping easier, faster, and less time consuming. These perform the crucial task of providing tension to the strap so that it can be securely placed around the product. Some tensioners are also designed along with a cutter, which makes it easier to cut extra plastic strapping and saves time for the operator. Tensioners are small in size and manually operated. They are lightweight, fast, and ideal for use in both stationery and mobile applications. Their strong structure and convenient design make them very easy to use, safe, and highly cost effective.

Tensioners are used as a part of conventional strapping process. The operator uses the tensioner to tighten the strap when securing it around the products. When the strap reaches a desired level of tension, a seal is applied which secures the strap with a separate sealer tool. These are available in both vertical and horizontal forms.

Using a tensioner gives the operator an advantage that ensures proper tension of the strap, which will keep the products properly secured for a long time. The products usually undergo harsh handling and transportation during shipment, so it is essential that these are tightly strapped and the strap should not lose its grip at any stage. Not using a tensioner or using a tensioner that is not suitable for your specific application can lead to a lot of inconvenience and product waste.

Each tensioner is designed for serving a different purpose and you can easily choose one which can efficiently serve your needs. The type of tensioner you select depends on many factors, such as the type of products to be secured, as well as their shape and size. Tensioners are available for both steel and plastic straps, as each require different strengths and tension to be properly secured. Tensioners are operated manually which allows control over the amount of required tension. So, whichever type of product you want to be strapped, be it lumber, bricks, pipes, glass or metal parts, it can be done safely and efficiently by using strapping tensioners.