What is BS EN 13247 - Tensional steel strapping about?
Strapping is a packaging and shipping essential. Strapping is used in environments such as bundling together for handling and shipping: durable steel coils, pavers and bricks, roll end binding, baling wire, other metals, etc. To make sure both your load and the people securing it stay safe, it is important to use the right materials, tools and techniques.
BS EN 13247 focuses on the specification for tensional steel strapping for lifting, lashing and securing of loads in the packaging industry. BS EN 13247 specifies dimensions, physical properties and special requirements for tensional steel strapping used for lifting, lashing and securing loads.
This steel strapping forms part of a complete system of equipment, seals and strapping and may be used according to the instructions issued by the manufacturer, which incorporate all the system requirements.
Who is BS EN 13247 - Tensional steel strapping for?
BS EN 13247 on tensional steel strapping is useful for:
- Goods packaging products manufacturers
- Food packaging industries
- The goods packaging and distribution industry
- Quality control professionals
Why should you use BS EN 13247 - Tensional steel strapping?
The right packaging can make all the difference to a product. Strapping is known for its reliability and product protection. Depending on the load or product is secured when it comes to securing heavy loads. Strapping serves our purpose best because, in the end, we don’t want any accidents, injuries and damages to the operators and to the products we transport.
BS EN 13247 provides you with dimensions and mechanical properties including width, thickness, breaking strength of the tensional steel strapping. BS EN 13247 covers physical properties of a range of tensional steel strapping used to secure, close or strengthen packages and to band unit loads.
BS EN 13247 reinforce and strengthens packages, protecting them against the hazards of transportation with tensional steel strapping, thus assisting and ensuring a safe arrival at destination. Following BS EN 13247 guidelines help to protect the packaged load, so no scratches, damages, or breaks occur, and secure pallet loads during transport and storage.