In today’s logistics and industrial packaging industry, choosing the right strapping tape is crucial for the safety of transporting and storing goods. PP, PET and PES tapes are among the most commonly used types, but each has specific properties that determine its ideal use. In this article, we’ll look at the differences between them and advise you on which tape is best suited to your needs.
PP (polypropylene) binding tape
✅ Features:
- Lightweight and affordable
- Ideal for packing less demanding loads
- Can be used with staples or welding
- Medium strength and elasticity
✅ Usage:
PP tape is suitable for packing lighter products such as cartons, parcels and pallets with lighter weight. It is mainly used in e-commerce, warehouses and logistics.
PET (polyethylene) binding tape
✅ Features:
- Significantly stronger than PP tape
- High tear and weather resistance
- Can replace steel tapes
- Maintains high tension even in long-term storage
✅ Uses:
PET tape is used where strength and durability are needed, such as when tying down heavier pallets, building materials, timber and metal products. It is a great eco-friendly alternative to steel tape as it is recyclable and safer to handle.
PES (polyester textile) binding tape
✅ Features:
- Very high strength and flexibility
- Weather and UV resistant
- Reusable
- Safer to handle than steel tape
✅ Usage:
PES tape is ideal for fixing heavy and bulky loads, especially in the construction, woodworking and heavy load logistics industries. It is used where a firm yet flexible fixing is important.
How to choose the right tape?
🔹 For lighter packaging and cartons → PP tape
🔹 For heavier pallets and building materials → PET tape
🔹 For extreme demands where high strength and flexibility is required → PES tape
When selecting, it is important to consider the weight, type and nature of the goods, as well as the conditions in which the tape will be used (e.g. storage, transport, handling).
The right choice of strapping tape will ensure safe and efficient packaging, reducing the risk of damage to goods and optimising logistics costs. If you’re still unsure which tape is best for you, don’t hesitate to consult the experts in packaging and strapping equipment and packaging materials.
