Care for increased webbing strap durability

The lashing strap is a safety equipment that prevents tipping, falls, and slipping of the cargo being transported. Available in several sizes and widths, they are produced in polyester, flexible and light, to ensure high resistance and stability for the transportation of materials.

Learning how to maintain lashing strapping is essential to increase durability and to have maximum safety during the work. After all, if the equipment is not in good condition or the lashing is not done correctly, accidents may occur.

Therefore, in this article we will explain what care is needed to maintain safety belts and increase their durability.

The importance of maintaining lashing straps

Below, we will give you tips on how to maintain lashing straps to increase their durability:

1. keep the ratchets lubricated

To keep your ratchets running smoothly for years to come, we recommend lubricating them with spray or industrial oil.

Regular lubrication of your ratchets will prevent locking and pulling during use, which can cause damage to the product.

To ensure the best results, use longer-lasting lubricants that do not dry out quickly. Also, be careful to apply lubricant only to the ratchet and not to the webbing, as repeated exposure to this product can cause corrosion over time. After all, lashing straps do not depend on lubrication for their good performance.

2. Clean the lashing strap after use

Cleaning lashing straps is very simple and quick. Thus, you only need to wash them with mild soap and cold water to remove the dirt.

Special care must be taken with cleaning and sanitizing in case there is oil and grease impregnated in the belts, which can hinder and impair their handling.

However, there is no need to worry about the removal of stains on the belt’s body, since they do not impair the product’s efficiency or bring any harm to visual inspection.

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3. Remove the Ratchet Strap

When not in use, it is important to remove the straps from the ratchet, keeping them separate from each other.
Leaving the belt inside the ratchet can cause it to become too tight or weak in a specific area. Although a more labor-intensive process, this small step helps to prolong the life of your straps.

4. Wrap the lashing strap around the ratchet

Instead of leaving your straps tangled and running the risk of tripping over them, secure them around your ratchet.
So a great way to keep your workspace or vehicle from getting messy is to wrap the strap around the metal handle to the ends of the ratchet and secure it with a rubber band.

This not only keeps things organized, but also protects the metal ratchet from damage caused by vibrations on the road.

5. Keep the belts away from heat and friction

Many truck drivers get into the bad habit of leaving their lashing straps loose when not in use.

However, leaving them like this is dangerous, not only because it can damage the truck or other nearby vehicles, but because it can rub off and weaken over time.

Do your best to keep your belts away from moving parts and direct heat sources to avoid burns or cuts. Also, if you notice an injury or burn mark on your belts, they should be replaced immediately.

6. Inspect the lashing straps regularly

Before using the straps, take a few minutes to inspect them for signs of wear. After all, damage resulting from improper use of straps has serious consequences, which is why it is important to check them constantly.

As we said, discoloration is the first sign of weakening lashing straps, while scorch marks and tears are reasons for replacing them. So keep it safe on the road and take good care of your lashing straps to keep them usable for longer.

Get to know Robustec lashing straps

Robustec lashing straps ensure practicality and safety for your cargo, preventing tipping during transportation. In addition, they offer several assembly and capacity options, according to the application and the specific cargo securing needs of each customer.

With more than 30 different models, the complete line of Robustec lashing straps includes models with hooks in the formats:

• Apartment
• “J”
• Triangle
• “Moto”
• Claw
• Rotating

These products offer several assembly and capacity options, according to their application and the specific cargo securing needs of each customer.

The lashing straps are 100% polyester and chemically treated for lower water absorption. In addition, the straps have anti-UV protection, resistant to the sun’s rays, and withstand temperatures ranging from -40°C to + 100°C.

Robustec hooks and ratchets are produced with welded carbon steel and finished by electrolytic zinc plating and/or epoxy powder painting. In addition, all the main parts of this equipment, such as the gears, receive heat treatment for a longer useful life.

Robustec also has a complete line of accessories for cargo tying that offers everything you need to tie down your cargo with total safety. Among the available items are:

• Turnstiles
• Clips
• Stretchers
• Secure fastening terminals for cargo securing.

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