What is webbing (woven strap)? Characteristics, applications

Webbing - a name that sounds strange but is very familiar in everyday life. From the backpack you wear, the shoes you wear to the sturdy straps in industry, this special type of strap is everywhere. So what exactly is webbing , let's find out with Blog Shondo through the following article!

1. What is webbing?

Webbing is also known as flat strap, which is a type of strap woven from Polyester, Nylon,... fibers in a horizontal and vertical structure, forming a long strip with strong durability. You can easily imagine the shape of the webbing like a large ribbon, with a flat surface and diverse thickness. The basic structure of the webbing includes the main tensile vertical fibers and the connecting horizontal fibers, creating high strength and durability.

[caption id="attachment_4503" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Webbing is also known as flat strap[/caption]

2. Characteristics of popular types of webbing

2.1. PP (Polypropylene) woven strap

PP woven straps are made from virgin PP plastic granules, without impurities, so they are very safe and environmentally friendly. This type of strap has many outstanding advantages such as:

• High durability, high tensile strength, good abrasion resistance
• Good water resistance, adaptable to all weather conditions
• Withstand high temperatures, anti-mold, anti-bacteria
• Long service life, up to 2 - 3 years

Therefore, PP woven straps are often used to fix and tie goods, protecting goods from scratches and rust during transportation.

[caption id="attachment_4504" align="aligncenter" width="800"] PP (Polypropylene) woven strap[/caption]

2.2. PE (Polyester) woven strap

PE woven straps are made from natural materials, through the production process on high-tech lines. This type of strap has outstanding advantages such as:

• Possesses outstanding durability, can replace steel wire in some cases.
• Withstand high temperatures.
• Light weight, easy to transport and operate.

Thanks to the above advantages, PE woven straps are used in the production of lashing straps, fixing goods during transportation to avoid scratches, breaks, ensuring absolute safety. In addition, this type of strap is also used in a number of other fields such as garment, pet strap production,...

[caption id="attachment_4505" align="aligncenter" width="800"] PE (Polyester) woven strap[/caption]

2.3. Nylon woven belt

Nylon woven belt is made from Nylon fiber, a synthetic fiber with high mechanical strength. This type of belt has outstanding features such as:

• Withstands pulling force, strong jerking force, less deformation
• The wire surface is smooth, less prone to dirt and easy to clean.
• Diverse colors, often bright and eye-catching.

However, the disadvantage of Nylon woven straps is that they are not resistant to water, and are easily stretched and rotted in humid environments. Therefore, this type of strap is often used in the fashion industry, accessory manufacturing, etc. rather than in heavy industry.

[caption id="attachment_4506" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Nylon Woven Belt[/caption]

3. Applications of webbing

3.1. Fashion

In the fashion industry, webbing is used to produce backpacks, handbags, suitcases, etc. because of its high durability, aesthetics and reasonable price. The most commonly used type of webbing in the fashion industry is Polyester webbing because of its diverse, eye-catching colors, and easy combination with many different types of fabrics to create trendy, unique fashion products.

Understanding these outstanding advantages, Shondo has applied webbing material to a variety of products such as backpacks , handbags, sandals , sneakers , slides , etc. to increase the durability and beauty of the product.

[caption id="attachment_4507" align="aligncenter" width="800"] SHONDO COMIC box backpack [/caption]

3.2. Industrial production

In industrial production, webbing is used to produce straps, safety belts, etc. used in factories and enterprises with high requirements for load-bearing capacity, durability and safety. PP woven straps with their strong characteristics and ability to withstand heavy loads are often the first choice for this field.

[caption id="attachment_4508" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Webbing for seat belt production[/caption]

3.3. Sports and tourism

Webbing is a familiar material for producing climbing ropes, safety belts,... used in sports, travel, and outdoor activities. The requirements for webbing in this field are good load-bearing capacity, high abrasion resistance, and especially ensuring safety for users.

[caption id="attachment_4500" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Webbing used to produce safety belts for mountain climbing[/caption]

3.4. Footwear

Webbing is often used as shoelaces, sandal straps, sandal straps, etc., bringing firmness, comfort and aesthetics to the product. PE cord with the advantages of durability, beauty, and less dirt is the optimal choice for fashion footwear products.

In particular, Shondo uses pure unmixed Polyester webbing, which is then rolled and shaped 3 times after weaving. Shondo's webbing is certified for color fastness that meets export standards to European countries: color fastness to friction, light, sweat, after washing with soap and color fastness to acid.

[caption id="attachment_4501" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Platy 1 black beige bread sandals use soft woven webbing belt[/caption]

With high durability, aesthetics and reasonable price, webbing has become a popular material in the fashion and accessories industry. Hopefully the above article has been useful to you. Visit the website shondo.vn or the nearest Shondo store today to discover more quality, fashionable and durable products from this unique material!