Understanding the Effects of UV on Strap Colours: What You Need to Know
When it comes to choosing the right strapping for your application, colour is often selected based on operational requirements, branding, or product differentiation. However, one important factor that should not be overlooked—especially for outdoor storage or transportation—is how different colours of strapping perform under prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays.
Behind the machines: The training that keeps production moving
At Gordian Strapping, technical support and training play a vital role in helping customers keep their machines running smoothly. With nearly three decades of experience behind the team, Mick Wearing our Technical Support Manager specialises in hands-on guidance for both OMS and StraPack machines.
Gordian Strapping to Exhibit at the 2025 PPMA Show
We are thrilled to announce that Gordian Strapping will be exhibiting at this year’s PPMA Show, taking place from 23rd–25th September 2025 at the NEC, Birmingham.
Stretch Hood Systems vs Traditional Pallet Wrapping: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to securing and protecting palletised goods for transport and storage, companies have a few different options. Two popular methods are traditional pallet wrapping (such as manual or machine stretch wrapping) and the more advanced stretch hood systems.
Enhancing Efficiency with Bespoke Strapping Solutions
CPI Books Chatham, one of the UK’s leading book printers, faced increasing operational challenges due to their aging fully automatic strapping systems. The existing machines from their supplier were becoming unreliable, with limited engineering support and long lead times for spare parts and consumables.
The Benefits of Using a Stretch Wrapping Machine
When it comes to packaging and shipping goods, securing your products properly is essential. Stretch wrapping is one of the most popular and effective methods used today, and investing in a stretch wrapping machine can bring significant advantages to businesses of all sizes.
Gordian Strapping Adds Packaging Spice to Herbs Business
When leading UK herbs and salads producer Vitacress needed to streamline their pallet wrapping process, they turned to Gordian Strapping.
Semi-Automatic vs. Automatic vs. Fully Automatic Strapping Machine: Which is Right for Your Business?
Strapping machines are essential tools for securing packages, pallets and bundles efficiently.
Worth the Wait: Why Realistic Lead Times Matter
When a competitor claims they can deliver in record time, it’s worth asking: why is their stock just sitting there?
What’s the Best Way to Secure Products to a Pallet? A Comprehensive Guide by Gordian Strapping
In this guide, we’ll explore the best practices for palletising, focusing on the advantages of using an automatic strapping machine to streamline your process.