Frequently Asked Questions

PET (polyethylene terephthalate) strap is a high-performance strapping material made from the same polymer used in plastic bottles. Compared to polypropylene (PP) strap, PET strap offers significantly higher tensile strength, better elongation recovery, and greater resistance to temperature change. This means PET strap maintains tension on palletised loads during transit and storage, whereas PP strap can stretch and lose tension over time. PET strap is also more environmentally friendly than steel strap and is safer to handle, as it does not produce sharp edges when cut.

PACKOR supplies PET strap across a range of widths and thicknesses to suit different applications. Our range includes 12mm, 16mm, and 19mm widths, with thickness options from 0.6mm through to 1.0mm. Common specifications include 12 x 0.6mm, 12 x 0.7mm, 16 x 0.7mm, 16 x 0.9mm, 16 x 1.0mm, and 19 x 1.0mm. We also supply both smooth and embossed surface finishes. Contact us to discuss the right specification for your application and strapping equipment.

PACKOR supplies PET strap compatible with many commonly used semi-automatic and fully automatic strapping machines used in Australian warehouses and factories. The right strap specification depends on your machine model, core size, coil dimensions, and strap width. We recommend contacting us to discuss your specific machine setup before placing an order. We will help you identify the right product to ensure reliable machine performance.

PACKOR offers flexible order quantities to suit businesses of different sizes. We do not impose minimum order quantities that are out of reach for smaller operations, and we also supply in bulk for high-volume users. Contact us to discuss your volume requirements and we will provide a tailored pricing proposal.

Yes, PACKOR supplies PET strap Australia-wide. While we are based in Sunshine, Melbourne, we can arrange supply to businesses throughout Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, and beyond. Contact us to discuss your location and we will advise on lead times and logistics.

This depends on whether you are ordering a stocked product or a custom-manufactured specification. For stocked products, we offer same-day dispatch from our Sunshine, Melbourne warehouse — standard Australian shipping timeframes then apply, with express delivery available at the customer's cost. For custom-manufactured orders, the initial order generally requires a 6–8 week lead time. Once your requirements are established and we hold stock locally in our Sunshine warehouse, subsequent order lead times can often be reduced significantly. Contact us to discuss your supply requirements.

Delivery lead times depend on the product type and your location. Stocked standard products are dispatched same day from our Sunshine, Melbourne warehouse. Delivery then follows standard Australian freight timeframes — typically 1–3 business days for Melbourne metro, and 2–5 business days for interstate destinations. Express freight options are available at the customer's cost for time-sensitive requirements. Custom-manufactured products require a 6–8 week lead time for the initial order. Once PACKOR holds your specification locally in our Sunshine warehouse, call-off and dispatch lead times can be significantly shorter. Contact us to discuss the right supply arrangement for your business.

Smooth PET strap has a flat, untextured surface finish and is preferred for fully automatic strapping machine systems where consistent strap feeding is critical. The smooth surface feeds cleanly through automatic machine tracks and produces reliable heat-seal bonds. Embossed PET strap has a textured surface that provides enhanced grip on load surfaces and improves seal performance in friction-weld systems. Embossed strap is commonly used in semi-automatic and manual strapping applications. Contact us to discuss which finish is right for your application and equipment.

Yes, PACKOR offers stock holding arrangements for regular customers who want to ensure supply continuity without holding large amounts of strap on their own premises. This arrangement suits businesses with predictable usage patterns who want the convenience of shorter call-off lead times. Contact us to discuss whether a stock holding arrangement is right for your business.

PACKOR is a smaller, more agile business than the large corporate strapping distributors operating in Australia. This means you get direct access to a decision maker, faster responses to queries, more flexibility on order quantities and supply scheduling, and a supplier who genuinely knows your account. We are not the right fit for every business, but for companies that value personalised service and a supplier who works around their needs, PACKOR offers a compelling alternative.

Our standard PET strap is available in green, which is the most common colour used in Australian industry. Some specifications may also be available in other colours. Contact us to discuss your requirements if you have a specific colour preference.

PET strap is made from polyethylene terephthalate, which is a recyclable plastic. Compared to steel strap, PET strap is lighter (reducing freight emissions), safer to handle (no sharp edges), and does not rust. Compared to polypropylene strap, PET strap requires less strap per application due to its higher strength, which can reduce overall plastic use. PET strap is also widely accepted in plastic recycling streams. We encourage our customers to segregate used strap for recycling where local facilities allow.

Absolutely. We recommend all new customers contact us for a tailored quote before ordering. This allows us to understand your specific requirements — strap width, thickness, finish, volume, and delivery location — and provide accurate pricing. Use our online quote request form, call us on 0402 519 618, or message us on WhatsApp and we will get back to you promptly.

PACKOR supplies PET strap to businesses across a wide range of industries, including warehousing, logistics and transport, third-party logistics (3PL), manufacturing, construction, timber and board, food and beverage, export and freight, building materials, and wholesale distribution. If your industry is not listed, contact us — we are happy to discuss your specific requirements.

PACKOR is based in Sunshine, Melbourne, Victoria. Sunshine is centrally located within Melbourne's western industrial corridor, giving us excellent access to the freeway network and proximity to many of the region's key industrial precincts including Derrimut, Laverton North, Truganina, and Altona North.

The easiest way to get started is to call us directly on 0402 519 618 or send a WhatsApp message. You can also submit a quote request through our website and we will respond as quickly as possible. We prefer to have an initial conversation with new customers to make sure we recommend the right product for their application and equipment before any orders are placed.