ASTM D4675-09e1
Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials

Standard No.

ASTM D4675-09e1

Release Date

2009

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D4675-14

Latest

ASTM D4675-14a(2022)

Scope

This guide assists the user in selecting a strapping material and configuration for initial handling, transit, and storage tests. It describes general unit (load) types, strapping properties, unit-strapping interaction, weight considerations, unit shear planes, component frictional characteristics, and unit geometry.

1.1 This guide covers information on flat strapping materials (steel or nonmetallic) for the prospective user wanting initial guidance in selecting a strapping material and applied configuration for use in packaging (closing, reinforcing, baling, unitizing, or palletizing) and loading (load unitization and securement to transport vehicle) applications. The use applies to handling, securement, storage, and distribution systems.

1.2 Carrier associations have established certain packaging and loading requirements that in some cases specify a type of strap, the minimum size or strength, or both, and type of joint or seal, or both, that must be used for certain types of shipments or under certain conditions. Users should consult with their carriers initially to determine if there are applicable, published requirements. Individual carriers may establish their own requirements (see 2.2).

1.3 Limitations8212; This guide is not intended to give specific information as to how strapping must be used in any particular packaging or loading situation. Rather it is intended to be informational in nature and is offered as a starting point for testing. The need for thorough user testing is to be emphasized as is a review of pertinent regulations that can influence the selection of sizes, types, and possibly, application methods.

ASTM D4675-09e1 Referenced Document

• ASTM D3950 Standard Specification for Strapping, Nonmetallic (and Joining Methods)
• ASTM D3953 Standard Specification for Strapping, Flat Steel and Seals
• ASTM D4169 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
• ASTM D996 Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments

ASTM D4675-09e1 history

• 2022 ASTM D4675-14a(2022) Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials¹
• 2014 ASTM D4675-14a Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials¹
• 2014 ASTM D4675-14 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials
• 2009 ASTM D4675-09e1 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials
• 2009 ASTM D4675-09 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials
• 2006 ASTM D4675-06e2 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials
• 2006 ASTM D4675-06e1 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials
• 2006 ASTM D4675-06 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials
• 2003 ASTM D4675-03 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials
• 2000 ASTM D4675-00 Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Flat Strapping Materials