Strapping Crimper

Features & Benefits

• Strapping Crimper designed for metal clips used with 12mm-wide strapping
• Suitable for strapping measuring approximately 0.47 inches wide
• Applies pressure to compatible metal clips to help form a secure joint
• Manual operation requires no electricity or battery
• Practical tool for regular packing and bundling tasks
• Helps create a consistent closure when correctly positioned and operated
• Suitable for warehouses, dispatch departments and packing stations
• Reusable design supports repeated strapping applications
• Compact hand tool is easy to store with other packing equipment
• Intended for use as part of a compatible strapping system
• Supplied as one individual crimper
• Available for delivery throughout mainland UK

Common Uses

• Sealing metal clips around 12mm strapping
• Closing strapped cartons
• Bundling suitable products
• Reinforcing packages
• Warehouse packing
• Dispatch departments
• Order fulfilment
• Stockroom packing
• Manufacturing environments
• Distribution centres
• Securing grouped products
• Preparing suitable goods for transport
• General commercial packaging
• Packing benches
• Creating metal clip joints in suitable strapping

Strapping Crimper for 12mm-Wide Strapping

Our Strapping Crimper is a manual packing tool designed for closing compatible metal clips around 12mm-wide strapping. This equals approximately 0.47 inches.

The tool applies pressure to the metal clip, helping it close around the overlapping sections of strapping. Consequently, it can form part of a practical manual strapping system for bundling suitable products, reinforcing packages and preparing goods for storage or transport.

Correct results depend on using compatible strapping and metal clips. Therefore, users should confirm that the tool, clip design and strapping width work together before beginning a full packing run.

The crimper closes the metal clip. However, a separate tensioning tool may be required to tighten the strapping before crimping.

Strapping Crimper Specifications

The stated 12mm width equals approximately 0.47 inches. Always check the compatibility of the crimper, metal clips and strapping before use.

How the Strapping Crimper Works

The Strapping Crimper closes a suitable metal clip around two overlapping sections of 12mm strapping.

The general process involves positioning the strapping around the package, pulling it to the required tension and placing a compatible metal clip over the overlapping sections. The user then positions the crimper around the clip and operates the handles to form the closure.

The exact joint will depend on the metal clip design and the type of strapping used. Therefore, complete a test closure before using the system on valuable, heavy or transport-ready goods.

A correctly formed clip should sit securely around the strapping without obvious movement, severe distortion or damage to the strap.

Using the Strapping Crimper

Before use, inspect the tool, strapping and metal clips.

A typical operating process may include:

1. Position the 12mm / 0.47-inch strapping around the package or bundle.
2. Bring the two sections of strapping together with a suitable overlap.
3. Tension the strapping using the appropriate method or separate tensioning tool.
4. Place a compatible metal clip around the overlapping strapping.
5. Position the Strapping Crimper correctly over the metal clip.
6. Keep fingers away from the jaws and closing area.
7. Bring the handles together using controlled pressure.
8. Release the handles and remove the tool.
9. Inspect the finished metal clip.
10. Cut or finish the excess strapping using an appropriate tool where required.
11. Check the complete strap before moving or transporting the package.

These steps provide general guidance only. Follow any instructions supplied with the strapping, clips, tensioner or crimper.

Choosing Clips for the Strapping Crimper

Use metal clips that suit the 12mm / 0.47-inch strapping and the crimping profile of the tool.

Metal strapping clips can vary in:

• Width
• Length
• Thickness
• Shape
• Surface finish
• Closing profile
• Intended strapping material
• Required crimping method

A clip described as suitable for 12mm strapping may not automatically suit every 12mm crimper. Therefore, users should confirm compatibility across the complete system.

The clip should fit around the overlapping strapping without being excessively loose or too narrow. In addition, the crimper should close the clip using the intended areas of its jaws.

Strapping Crimper for Packing Stations

The tool can form part of a manual strapping station in warehouses, dispatch departments and production areas.

Keep the crimper close to compatible strapping, metal clips, cutters and tensioning equipment. This organised arrangement can help operators select the correct components and complete each stage efficiently.

Clearly label different tools and clips where several strapping widths are used in the same workplace. Otherwise, users may accidentally select an incompatible combination.

Regular users should receive suitable instruction before operating the tool. Additionally, the business should establish a consistent procedure for checking completed joints.

Tensioning Before Using the Strapping Crimper

The metal clip secures the overlapping sections of strapping. However, it does not automatically create the correct tension around the package.

A separate tensioning tool may be required before crimping. The correct tension depends on the product, carton strength, strapping type and packaging arrangement.

Insufficient tension may allow the strapping to become loose. Conversely, excessive tension may:

• Crush cartons
• Damage product edges
• Distort packaging
• Cut into soft materials
• Overstress the strapping
• Damage the metal clip
• Create an unsafe package

Apply only the level of tension suitable for the complete packaging arrangement.

Checking a Crimped Metal Clip

Inspect every completed joint before handling or dispatching the package.

Check that:

• The metal clip sits around both sections of strapping
• The clip appears evenly crimped
• The strapping has not slipped
• The strap remains correctly positioned
• The clip has not split or cracked
• The strapping has not torn beside the joint
• The joint does not separate under normal handling
• No sharp edge creates an avoidable handling hazard

If the closure appears incomplete or uneven, remove and replace the strapping and clip where necessary. Do not place a second clip over a badly formed joint unless the chosen strapping system specifically permits that method.

Strapping Crimper Safety

The tool creates pressure between its jaws. Therefore, keep hands, fingers, loose clothing and other objects away from the crimping area.

When operating the crimper:

• Wear suitable work gloves where required
• Consider eye protection during cutting and tensioning
• Maintain a stable stance
• Keep the package on a secure surface
• Use controlled handle pressure
• Keep other people clear of tensioned strapping
• Never point cut strapping towards yourself or another person
• Release tension carefully
• Follow the workplace risk assessment
• Replace damaged components before continuing

Tensioned strapping may spring back when cut or released. Consequently, users should stand clear of its likely movement path.

Inspecting the Strapping Crimper

Inspect the tool before each period of use.

Look for:

• Damaged or misaligned jaws
• Loose fixings
• Bent handles
• Cracks
• Excessive corrosion
• Worn crimping surfaces
• Restricted movement
• Contamination
• Damage caused by dropping the tool
• Any change in the quality of completed crimps

Stop using the tool if it fails to operate smoothly or no longer forms a consistent closure.

Do not modify the jaws, handles or other components. An unauthorised repair or alteration could affect the crimping action.

Maintaining the Strapping Crimper

Keep the crimper clean and dry between uses.

Remove loose dust, dirt and fragments of strapping from the working area. Then wipe the tool with a suitable dry cloth.

If the tool requires lubrication, apply only an appropriate product to the specified moving points. Avoid placing excessive lubricant around the jaws because it could transfer onto clips, strapping or packages.

Do not immerse the tool in water or cleaning chemicals. Furthermore, avoid storing it while wet.

Storing the Strapping Crimper

Store the tool in a clean, dry and secure location.

A drawer, tool cabinet or designated packing-station holder can protect the crimper from impact and contamination. It can also prevent the tool from becoming mixed with crimpers intended for different strapping widths.

Keep it away from:

• Moisture
• Corrosive chemicals
• Excessive heat
• Unprotected outdoor storage
• Moving machinery
• Vehicle routes
• Children’s access
• Food preparation areas
• Areas where the jaws could become damaged

Store compatible metal clips separately and label them clearly as suitable for the intended strapping system.

Important Compatibility Information

This crimper is intended for metal clips used with strapping measuring 12mm / approximately 0.47 inches wide.

However, width alone does not confirm complete compatibility. Users should also consider the clip design, strapping material, strapping thickness and required closing profile.

We have not specified compatibility with a particular strapping material. Therefore, confirm suitability before using the tool with polypropylene, polyester, composite or metal strapping.

Do not force the tool around a clip that does not fit correctly. Similarly, do not modify clips or the crimper jaws to create an improvised closure.

Important Limitations

The Strapping Crimper closes compatible metal clips. However, it does not replace the other components required for a complete strapping system.

Depending on the application, users may also require:

• Compatible 12mm strapping
• Suitable metal clips
• A manual tensioner
• A strapping dispenser
• A suitable cutting tool
• Corner protectors
• Protective gloves
• Eye protection
• Packing instructions
• Operator training

No joint strength, breaking strain or load capacity has been specified. Therefore, do not rely on this product for lifting, suspending, climbing, fall protection or another safety-critical application.

Also Known As

Customers may also describe this product as:

• 12mm strapping crimper
• Strapping sealer
• Metal clip crimper
• Strapping clip tool
• Manual strapping sealer
• Packing strap crimper
• Metal seal crimper
• Strapping closure tool
• 12mm banding crimper
• Packaging strap sealer
• Metal clip sealing tool
• Hand-operated strapping crimper
• Strapping seal tool
• Banding clip crimper

These names can describe tools for different strapping widths, materials and metal clip profiles. Therefore, check the complete specification before ordering.

Food Safety Information

We have not confirmed the Strapping Crimper as suitable for direct food contact.

Keep the tool, metal clips and strapping away from exposed food. Food products should remain inside suitable enclosed food-contact packaging before outer strapping takes place.

PPWR Compliance Information

The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation, Regulation (EU) 2025/40, establishes requirements for packaging placed on the EU market. Further information appears in the European Commission’s packaging guidance.

The Strapping Crimper functions as reusable packaging equipment rather than packaging. However, businesses should assess the strapping, metal clips and other packaging materials used within the complete packaging arrangement.

This description does not constitute a declaration of PPWR compliance. Please contact us if you require available information for a particular packaging application.

Sample Requests

A sample may not provide a reliable compatibility assessment because the crimper must operate with the customer’s selected strapping and metal clips.

If you need to confirm compatibility before ordering, please contact us with details of the strapping width, material and metal clip being used:

• Email: sales@expresspackaging.co.uk
• Telephone: 0121 622 2347

Strapping Crimper Delivery

We can deliver the Strapping Crimper throughout mainland UK.

The tool is designed for compatible metal clips used with 12mm-wide strapping, which equals approximately 0.47 inches. We supply one individual crimper unless the product listing states otherwise.

Strapping Crimper Illustration Only

Product photographs are for illustration purposes. Strapping, metal clips, tensioners, cutters, packages and other accessories are not included unless the product listing states otherwise.

The handle colour, finish and minor construction details may vary according to current stock or manufacturing batch.

Check the written specification and compatibility information before ordering.