PAC Strapping Catalog

307 National Road, Exton, PA 19341 / www.StrapSolutions.com t oll free 1.800.523.7752 / ph 610.363.8805 / fx 610.363.7349 ©Copyright PAC Strapping Products, Inc. 20 COMPANY A The PAC High Performance Polyester Advantage Unlike alternative strapping products, PAC polyester combines the strength of steel strapping with the safety and economy of plastic to maximize performance. The result is a more secure load at a lower cost than many alternatives. Some of the many advantages of PAC polyester over alternative products are: • Split Resistance - A small nick or cut will not propagate across the width of the strap. • High Retained Tension - The high tension capability of PAC high performance polyester allows it to be applied tight. Once it’s on your load, it stays tight... 50% tighter than nylon, and up to five times tighter than polypropylene. • Elongation Recovery - Applied properly, PAC high performance polyester will stretch under tension. However, most of the elongation is recovered after the initial application. The result is a strap that stays tight even when loads are shrinking and settling during transit. • Environmentally Sound - PAC polyester is easy to recycle and nearly impervious to weather conditions. • Not just a “cheaper” alternative to steel - For many applications, it’s a better solution. Historically, steel strapping has been the preferred choice for certain types of loads. PAC high performance polyester is now a better alternative for many of these applications. Unlike steel, PAC polyester has “shock reserve” which allows the strap to compensate for stresses during transit and recover so it stays secure. PAC’s high performance polyester has several other advantages over steel strapping. - Safety - Not only is the danger of recoil injuries greatly reduced, PET coils weigh about half the weight of steel coils reducing potential lifting injuries. - Weather Resistant - Unlike steel, PET won’t rust. It is virtually unaffected by weather conditions and is naturally UV resistant. - Recyclable - Easy to recycle, PAC polyester can be cut into small pieces and accumulated for recycling. - Cost Savings - Typical steel applications that can be converted to PAC High Performance Polyester can yield savings of 25-50% over steel costs. Additional savings are frequently realized in labor and other costs associated with using steel strap. Paybacks on equipment and tooling can be quick and the resulting return on investment considerable. PAC Strapping High Performance polyester strapping is engineered to provide you with a consistent, high quality product for your toughest strapping applications. Utilizing the latest in technology, our experienced manufacturing team sets rigid quality standards, and maintains a relentless commitment to producing a range of polyester strap that consistently performs in the most demanding applications. Strapping Comparison Chart Retained Tension After 5 Days at 70 Degrees Fahrenheit 300 250 0 Polyester Nylon Polypropylene Original Applied Tension Retained Tension 50 100 150 200 Applied Tension (lbs.) Elongation (%) Steel Polyester Shock Reserve Graph Steel vs. Polyester Strapping Tensile Strength (PSI) POLYPROPYLENE PAC HIGH PERFORMACE POLYESTER STEEL BREAK STRENGTH Moderate High Highest WORKING RANGE Lowest High Highest RETAINED TENSION Fair Good Highest ELONGATION RECOVERY High Good Negligible HEAT RESISTANCE Fair Good Excellent HUMIDITY RESISTANCE High High High* EASE OF DISPOSAL Excellent Excellent Fair *Except for rusting