Baler strapping: how to choose a reliable option for intensive use

Baler strapping has a simple but important task: securely holding a compacted bale of cardboard, paper or other waste. For daily use, what matters is not advertising claims about 'exceptional strength', but whether the strapping suits the specific baler, bale size and tying method.

STRAPAS offers 9 mm, 16 mm and 19 mm strapping for compacted waste bales. Width is selected to suit the equipment and workflow, rather than assuming wider is better.

Where should you start when choosing baler strapping?

First identify the baler model and how bales are formed and tied. For existing equipment, check the width previously used and the baler manufacturer's recommendations.

When choosing, consider:

• baler manufacturer and model;
• bale size and approximate weight;
• material being baled — cardboard, paper, film or another waste stream;
• the tying method used;
• how often the baler operates and how many bales it produces.

How do 9, 16 and 19 mm strapping differ?

9 mm baler strapping is a compact option for smaller waste bales and applications suited to narrower strapping.

16 mm baler strapping — a wider option for various cardboard, paper and other compacted waste bales.

19 mm baler strapping is for applications where the baler or bale requires wider strapping.

Width alone does not determine overall suitability or load capacity. If unsure, check the choice against the specific baler model.

How do you identify strapping suited to intensive use?

For daily work, consistent use matters as well as the roll itself. Strapping should feed smoothly through the baler's tying points without twisting or preventing the operator from forming consistent bales.

Watch three things in practice: whether the width and shape remain consistent, whether it works conveniently with your baler, and whether tied bales retain their shape during transport and storage. If strapping repeatedly jams, twists or loosens after tying, check compatibility and the tying process first.

Common mistakes

• Choosing strapping by price alone without checking the baler model.
• Assuming wider strapping automatically suits any baler.
• Changing strapping width without assessing the tying channel or machine design.
• Tying bales inconsistently and blaming the strapping when the cause is the workflow.
• Storing or using strapping in a way that twists or damages it before tying.

Which strapping should I choose for my baler?

If you know the baler model, the choice can be checked quickly. Provide the manufacturer, model and, if possible, current strapping width. If the model is unknown, a photo of the machine or manufacturer's plate helps.

For broader applications of strapping for compacted products, read the guide 'Strapping for compacted products'.

Find all supplies on the STRAPAS strapping supplies page. For compatibility advice, call +370 674 53123, email info@strapas.lt or via the contact page.

Frequently asked questions

Is 19 mm strapping always stronger and better than 9 mm?

Width alone does not describe all the strapping's properties. The key is suitability for the particular baler and bale.

How do I know which strapping my baler needs?

Check the baler manufacturer, model and current strapping width. This information helps select a suitable option.

Is STRAPAS strapping designed for compacted waste bales?

Yes. STRAPAS 9, 16 and 19 mm strapping is offered for tying cardboard, paper and other compacted waste bales.