Strapping plays a crucial role in the white goods industry, ensuring the safe and secure transportation of bulky and often fragile products like refrigerators, washing machines, and ovens. As these products travel from the manufacturer to retailers, or directly to consumers, maintaining their condition is vital.
Transporting White Goods
White goods are large, heavy, and often awkwardly shaped, making them susceptible to damage during transport. Any harm to these items not only incurs replacement or repair costs, but also damages your company’s reputation. This is where effective strapping solutions come into play. They help to stabilise these goods, preventing movement, absorbing shocks, and reduces the risks of dents, scratches, or other damage.
With the size, shape, and weight of white goods, safety while transporting them is of utmost concern. Secure and effective strapping limits the risk to handlers and the vehicles transporting the products. Under the Heavy Vehicle National Law, you could be held responsible for accidents if you’re not compliant with safety regulations as part of the Chain of Responsibility. Properly applied strapping helps ensure your company’s compliance and promotes trust in your brand.
Strapping used
Steel Strapping
Steel strapping is often used for heavy duty products. Steel strapping provides superior strength and is ideal for securing large and heavy appliances. The downside to steel strapping is that it could damage the products if applied improperly. Edge protectors and cardboard layers are often needed to protect your goods from any damage.
Plastic Strapping
PET strapping is becoming increasingly popular due to its high tensile strength, elasticity, and resistance to corrosion. It’s also lighter and easier to handle than steel, making it a cost effective and user-friendly option. Plastic strapping is also gentler on the products, but you’ll still want edge protectors and cardboard layers, PET strapping is less likely to damage the goods.
The Benefits of Strapping
Cost Effectiveness
Compared to shrink wrapping or other packaging methods, strapping can be more affordable. Especially with reusable materials like PET strapping. Investing in an automated strapping solution will also save your business money in the long run on labour costs.
Environmental Impact
Strapping can be a more sustainable option over many other packaging methods. Companies like Titan Asia Pacific make their plastic straps out of 100% recycled materials. This commitment to the environment is something your company can pass on to your customers to help build trust and loyalty in your brand.
Handling
Strapping makes it easier to handle and transport white goods. Ensuring better load management and reducing the risk of accidents. Whether you’re shipping the goods yourself, or outsourcing the shipping, the people handling your goods will be grateful for your use of strapping.
In an industry where product integrity and cost efficiency are paramount, strapping is an indispensable tool. By choosing the right type of strapping and implementing effective strapping solutions, your company can ensure your products arrive in perfect condition keeping customers satisfied and protecting your company’s reputation.
If you want to find out how a strapping system can benefit your business, reach out to Titan Asia Pacific today. With over a century of experience Titan can build a customised strapping system to suit any business.