Keep your packaging operations running smoothly with MCPack’s range of high-quality PP Strapping Rolls. As the most cost-effective strapping solution on the market, Polypropylene (PP) is the industry standard for bundling cartons, securing light-to-medium pallet loads, and unitising products for distribution.
Whether you need Hand Grade strapping for manual tools or high-speed Machine Grade rolls for automated systems, we stock premium "poly strap" designed for consistent performance and high breaking strain.
Selecting the correct roll is crucial to prevent jamming in machines and ensuring load security. The main difference lies in the manufacturing precision, core size, and breaking strength.
Use this guide to compare our plastic strapping options:
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Feature |
Hand Grade PP Strapping |
Machine Grade PP Strapping |
|---|---|---|
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Best Application |
Manual strapping with tensioners, sealers, or buckles. Ideal for low-volume packaging. |
Semi-automatic and fully automatic strapping machines. Ideal for high-volume conveyor lines. |
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Core Size |
Typically 76mm (standard cardboard core). |
Typically 200mm (large core) to fit machine dispensers. |
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Precision |
Standard tolerance. Designed for flexibility and manual handling. |
High precision with low camber (curvature) to prevent machine jams. |
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Tools Required |
Tensioner & Sealer (with clips) or Battery Tools. |
Strapping Machine (Arch or Tabletop). |
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Cost |
Most economical option. |
Slightly higher cost due to manufacturing precision. |
PP strapping is the go-to choice for logistics centres, warehouses, and printing industries across Australia. Here is why it remains the top choice for bundling:
Compared to steel or PET alternatives, PP strapping offers the lowest cost per metre. It is lightweight, reducing the overall shipping weight of your goods, and is perfect for high-volume consumables.
Unlike steel strapping, poly strap has no sharp edges, significantly reducing the risk of injury to warehouse staff during application and removal. It is flexible, easy to dispose of, and recyclable.
Our PP rolls are made from high-quality resins that resist water and corrosion. Whether your pallets are stored in a humid warehouse or exposed to the elements during transport, plastic strapping will not rust or stain your products.
To get the tightest strap and most secure load, pairing your PP roll with the right tools is essential.
For Hand Grade Rolls: We recommend using our heavy-duty Manual Tensioners and Sealers with metal seals (clips) or wire buckles. For faster operations, our Battery Powered Tools provide friction-weld sealing without the need for metal clips.
For Machine Grade Rolls: Our rolls are compatible with most major brands of semi-auto and automatic strapping machines used in Australia.
Don't risk downtime with inferior straps that split or jam.
Consistent Quality: We guarantee roll length and break strength. No "short rolls" or weak spots.
Australian Stock: We ship directly from our local warehouse to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and beyond.
Bulk Value: Better pricing than general hardware stores (like Bunnings) with tiered discounts for pallet orders.
PP strapping is designed for light to medium loads (typically up to 300-400kg break strain depending on width). For very heavy or shifting loads (like bricks or heavy machinery), we recommend upgrading to PET or Steel strapping.
Yes, you can technically use machine grade strap with hand tools (as it is high quality), but you cannot use hand-grade strap in a machine. Hand-grade strap lacks the stiffness and precision required to feed through machine chutes and will cause jams.
Yes. For new setups, we offer complete Strapping Kits that include a dispenser, a roll of premium PP strap, a tensioner, a sealer, and a box of seals. It’s the easiest way to get started.
