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Robust build, excellent capacity and easy-to-operate, pneumatic sealing have come a long way from time-consuming strapping process. It doesn’t matter if you have specific sealing requirements like securing round or irregular shaped loads; these machines are perfectly designed to serve every purpose. The best thing is that high quality seal is provided which protects your package from extreme environmental conditions or rough handling.

The FROMM A461 sealing tool is the ergonomically perfect pneumatic sealer which has been of great help for the metal industry. Since it can be operated single-handedly, the double-notch up-cut seal joint is achieved with a single stroke without causing extreme operator fatigue. At the same time, the seal guarantees utmost safety too.

Basic features of A461

• Suitable for High tensile (Ultraflex) strapping up to 1100 N/mm and regular duty steel strapping (Uniflex) up to 850 N/mm
• Width of the steel strap varies between 19.0 – 32.0 mm and thickness between 0.63 – 1.00 mm.
• Weight of the machine is 9.3 lbs.
• Overlap seal with double-notch up-cut joint that guarantees a minimum of 75% breaking strength
• Separate tensioner model A452 is needed for tensioning purpose

A wise idea to invest in A461

If you need to strap loads of steel coils, pipes, beams, timber or other irregular shaped objects with long diameter and small surface areas it is a wise idea to invest in A461. Rated one of the strongest pneumatic tools, it comes with amazing capability to pull around 1900 lbs of tension. Its single handed operation helps reduce operator stress. A single stroke is just enough to achieve that perfect up-cut double notch joint. Very high standard seal safety mechanism ensures that the tool doesn’t produce poor seal joints due to its faulty execution. The tool handle can be oriented in any position, i.e. parallel to the strap or at a 90 degree angle. The user should select the right version as per convenience. In order to achieve high tensioning and flawless sealing, this pneumatic sealer needs to be teamed up with the pneumatic pusher type tensioner A452.

As is evident from the above discussion, FROMM A461 is the perfect sealer which helps achieve high quality seal within minimum time but without compromising on the safety factors.

Battery operated tools are currently an industry rage. Several tools have been designed and developed to make life easier for workers. These battery operated tools are the most conveniently used tools in recent times. It has literally saved time and money and contributed to increasing the productivity in the industry.

The Grip Pack Tensioner complements the pneumatic PN2-114 and it runs on an 18V battery. The greatest advantage of using this tool is the mobility it offers. It can be taken from work room to work room in the industry with a lot of ease and still be an operator’s delight. This tool has helped increase the productivity and is highly efficient.

The tensioner is a pusher style tool, where its nose is used to push seals and pull tension. It also uses the same amount of tension used by other pneumatic tools. The Grip Pack tensioner also eliminates the cost of air lines as compared with other pneumatic tools.  The Grip Pack Tensioner can also pull about 1500 lbs of tension and this surprises a lot of industry users.

The amount of tension depends on the kind of battery being used. The Lithium-ion battery used here helps pull the maximum tension. Also with its one touch button, this tool has vastly improved productivity.

The strapping used is the Magnus or Apex Plus steel strapping. With this the tension is adjustable from 800 to 1500 lbs. It weighs 8.5 lbs. making it a very light weight tool. The tool is extremely durable and wear and tear is considerably less when compared with other pneumatic tools. Another feature of the battery used here is that it can complete up to 120 strapping cycles. The battery also gets recharged quickly in about 15 to 20 minutes. The Grip Pack Tensioner comes with a spare battery and charger.

Last but not the least is that the Grip Pack Tensioner 114 is ergonomically designed and greatly reduces operator fatigue. Because of this feature, any number of steel strapping operation is possible and for any type of application. No wonder this is considered a wonder tool by the industry.

All of Signode’s tools are supplied by Allstrap. Signode products are well known in the market and are very popular. So is the the Grip Pack Tensioner which also pairs with the Grip Pack Sealer and is also sold as a kit. Call Allstrap customer service department for all enquiries relating to pricing and other services.

Strapping is a delicate process that needs to be done carefully. A loose band here or an incomplete seal there defeats the purpose of strapping, i.e. making the package or box secure. A lot depends on picking up the right tool matching specific requirements. If the client wants to particularly strap round or irregular shaped objects then conventional strapping kits may not suit his purpose. The good news is that with availability of a range of highly advanced strapping options, it is not that difficult to find the suitable one for any difficult application. While steel strapping can still serve the purpose it is a pneumatic strapping device that has introduced further finesse to the procedure of banding round items.

The P380 tool by FROMM is the first banding tool which has simplified the process of strapping round or irregular objects. Pneumatic power of the machine ensures very fast and reliable delivery whereas the 15 lbs. weight makes it quite light and easy to use. This is one complete device which has effectively addressed problems usually faced while banding irregular items. The machine’s perfect ergonomics with suspension bracket ensures that it can be balanced vertically or horizontally. Since the strap grip is placed at the back of the tool, out of the way of the strapping process, it eases the entire operation.

Attractive features of P380

• The device supports Polypropylene and Polyester strapping. Its one-handed operation by pressing a single button keeps the operator stress free.
• Strap width ranging between 13.0-19.0 mm and thickness of 0.40-1.35 mm is permissible. The device is applicable on flat package size of 80 mm / 3.1″ and round package size of 2 x 70 mm / 2.7″ or 1 x 240 mm / 9.4″.
• A major change from previous devices which makes P380 a preferred option is separating the feed wheel and the welder. In this version, the feed wheel has been moved behind the welder thus making the foot under strapping much smaller. This not only simplifies the strapping procedure but assures additional safety too.
• With strap tension of 600 – 2000 N / 135 – 450 lbs, the tool guarantees very fast and accurate banding.

Benefits of using P380

It helps reduce cost and strapping time as well as enhances safety. The machine being more-than-perfect doesn’t leave any scratch marks on color coated products or coil surfaces.

Commercial packaging demands very high quality strapping which can be achieved with plastic strapping tools. The strapping procedure has progressed quite a bit over the past few years so that users no longer need to struggle with steel straps and slow clips. Slow banding process has taken a backseat, leaving the place for hi-tech battery operated plastic strapping. In fact, new battery strapping tools like Fromm P327 and P330 with excellent features. Have raised overall standards quite a bit. These are not only user friendly but also ensure highly reliable operation. Armed with reinforced 18V motor and Lithium ion technology these tools guarantee smooth sailing through the strapping process.

The best thing about the Fromm P-327 is its hi-tech and flexible features. Take for instance heavy Polyester straps which come with widths varying between 16 mm to 25 mm and thicknesses up to 1.53 mm. This dimension suits all kinds of strapping needs, be it traditional steel, heavy weight polyester or polypropylene strapping. And most importantly the user stands to save significant bucks too by shifting from steel strapping.

How to operate the battery strapping tool – P327

1. Start by inserting the Li-ion battery. Make sure it is properly locked in position.
2. The tool contains two adjustment knobs, i.e. tension knob and weld time. Adjust the tension knob to increase or decrease tension, rotating clockwise or anti-clockwise. Do the same with weld time.
3. Check out the rear guide pin to know which strap size to be used.
4. Insert the strap. Hold the strap with one hand behind the tool and squeeze the black lever with the other hand. This will release the guide pin and front gripper.
5. Place the tool on the strap by sliding it properly. Make sure the rear guide pin is clipped.
6. Control tension by pressing button 1.
7. To control seal, use the yellow lever.
8. Remove the tool from the strap once indicator gives green signal.

Safety tips related to using battery operated plastic strapping tools

Be it P327 or any other plastic strapping tool, inspect it thoroughly after purchase and become familiar with seal control and adjustment. Follow all safety instructions mentioned in the manual. Keep in mind that inaccurate operation of the tool, misuse of the strap, or improper tensioning can cause serious injury.