tesa’s range of adhesive strapping tapes can be divided into four categories. General Purpose strapping tapes have a tensilised MOPP (monoaxially oriented polypropylene i.e. stretched lengthways) polypropylene backing and feature properties such as ageing and UV resistance and residue-free removability. Strapping tape for Bundling and Palletising feature a very high tensile strength, good tear resistance and high bond strength. Filament tapes are based on a BOPP (biaxially oriented polypropylene i.e. stretched both lengthways and widthways) film and have a very low elongation, very high tear and nick resistance as well as a high bond strength. Finally, the strapping tapes for Transport Protection provide a secure bond but additionally feature residue-free removability and do not discolour or stain the surface after removal.
Strapping tapes can also be used as handle reinforcement on corrugated packaging, ideal when the goods being packed are heavy, such as drinks bottles or cans.