Steel Strap
Signode provides a wide range of solutions within our Apex® and Magnus® strapping range. Providing both cold rolled and heat-treated and non heat-treated options. Ideal for heavy-duty applications a strong and durable choice for securing your loads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Offering steel strapping in a wide range of widths from 13 mm to 32 mm and thicknesses from 0.38 mm to 0.80 mm depending on the product type and application
Provides two main types of steel strapping:
- Apex®: Cold-rolled, low carbon steel, non-heat treated. Ideal for general-duty applications.
- Magnus®: Cold-rolled, medium carbon steel, heat-treated for high tensile strength and shock resistance. Designed for the most demanding heavy-duty applications.
| Feature | Apex® | Magnus® |
| Carbon Content | Low carbon | Medium carbon |
| Heat Treatment | No | Heat-treated for additonal strength |
| Strength | Regular duty | Heavy tensile strength |
| Applications | General packaging | Industrial construction and metals |
| Finish Options | Painted, waxed or zinc-coated | Painted, waxed or zinc-coated |
High-strength steel provides the following benefits when used in strapping:
- Superior load integrity: Maintains tension without stretching, even under extreme stress.
- Shock resistance: Absorbs impact during transport or handling.
- Durability: Withstands harsh environments, including temperature extremes and outdoor exposure.
- Corrosion resistance: Available with protective coatings like zinc or wax for long-term reliability
- Metals: Securing steel coils, sheets, and bars.
- Construction: Bundling bricks, timber, pipes, and panels.
- Timber & Lumber: Stabilizing logs and wood products.
- Food & Beverage: Palletizing bulk goods and containers.
- Distribution & Warehousing: Ensuring load stability during transport
Its strength and reliability make it essential for any industry dealing with heavy, bulky, or irregularly shaped loads.
Sustainability in Steel
Steel is an eco-friendly material. Recycling steel helps save natural resources. It also reduces energy use and emissions from making new steel. The durability of steel allows for repeated use.
Seals and Buckles for Strapping
Seals and Buckles create strapping joints, they are used to hold tensioned strapping ends together and help prevent the straps from coming apart. Metal strapping joints include a seal with a notch or crimp joint.
Metal Strapping Hand Tool Solutions
Complete your strapping kit with our full range of battery powered, manual and pneumatic solutions for tensioning and sealing of strapping.
BPT Battery Powered Hand Tool
Push-type battery operated tools for steel delivers high-speed operation and unparalleled performance on round and irregular shaped loads.
BST Sealless Strapping Battery Powered Tool
Hand tool for for sealless joints strapping. Delivering high speed operation and unparalleled performance in demanding applications.
Sealers for Steel
We provide a range of manual an pneumatic solutions for sealing of strap.
Tensioners for Steel
Providing a range of tensioning tools. We have manual and pneumatic tools available.
Get in Touch
To inquire about high quality strap from Signode, we encourage you to reach out to us today. Our team is ready to give you all the information you need. We will help you choose the best solutions for your packaging needs.