Better mousetrap.. uh.. load strap

LDB · Aug 24, 2010

Why doesn't someone make an etrack strap that has about 2-3 inches of strap between the snap hook and the ratchet with the entire 12' or 16' or 20' of the strap being in the adjustable end? There are many times something small or odd shape needs secured and a strap like this would do better. It would be equally good for everything else I believe.

greg334 · Aug 24, 2010

They do, you have to order them directly from the manufacturer.

ebsprintin · Aug 24, 2010

I made my own. Could be easier finding one like greg says. A rigging shop can do it while you wait, and it will be up to code.

I found the rigging shop by going to the tiedown distributor. He didn't have what I was looking for, so he directed me a couple blocks away to the man who made his straps.

eb

LDB · Aug 25, 2010

Do you have contact info handy? Thanks

ebsprintin · Aug 25, 2010

Sorry, Leo. I didn't keep the addresses. If I can backtrack and figure it out I'll let you know. I was mostly trying to let you know the process of how I found them.

update: S-Line Cargo Control Products, Systems & Safety Accessories

This might be them. I didn't remember them as S-Line, but the address sounds familiar. Regardless, they should be able to help. S-Line is pretty big in that area.

eb

redytrk · Aug 25, 2010

leo I use these for securing small stuff.

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ATeam · Aug 25, 2010

We ordered custom-made straps that address your need from a vendor who was exhibiting at MATS (Louisville truck show) a few years ago. Sorry, I don't recall the name.

New Haven Moving Equipment will custom build straps for you but there will be a wait as they are made in China.

You are right about having straps with a short end or fully adjustable end. We use ours often and are glad to have them when we do.

The Enemy · Aug 25, 2010

Leo, give Roger at Ratchet Depot a call. They can make you straps in any size with or color, done at their facility here in the US. They were one of the ones that showcased at MATS this year and were willing to do custom straps.

Phone number is 1-864-299-6672.

nightcreacher · Aug 25, 2010

Leo,you can buy a strap that has a dbl hook up,first closer to ratchet,second same as the ones you are already useing.Believe Lodi supply has them,Lodi Oh

nightcreacher · Aug 25, 2010

Leo,Lodi Metals 800 807 5634,very reasonable.They are in Bellvue Oh,or maybe its Bellville.They also make special order straps,and have everything it takes to keep a load secure,including pads.They use to give a FEdEx discount

LDB · Aug 25, 2010

Thanks for all the responses. I'm just getting tired of the ratchet either digging in to the freight or being so far up I can't secure small stuff. I may get them and find out I'm all wrong but it seems to me if the ratchet stayed a couple inches from the etrack and the adjustable strap did all the adjusting it would work better. Thanks again.

nightcreacher · Aug 25, 2010

what I do Leo is move the strap at a farther conecting point towards the front of the load,then the ratchet is away from the freight.What Ive also done in the past is tie one of the straps in a not,that will get it away from the freight too

LDB · Aug 25, 2010

Yeah, I'll move the connector to adjust but sometimes that isn't possible or doesn't help depending on the load. With staps like I'm thinking of the ratchet would be against the pallet not the freight. I'll get around to looking into having some made one of these days, maybe at the next show when I talk to them direct.

nightcreacher · Aug 25, 2010

Leo Lodi metals have them made up,I have two of them,but they are in storage at Brunos

LDB · Aug 25, 2010

In that case I'll just have to see when I get in the vicinity of Lodi again.

Doggie Daddy · Aug 25, 2010

LDB said:
In that case I'll just have to see when I get in the vicinity of Lodi again.

Be advised to use that other address and city for Lodi metals,as their Lodi,Ohio facility is no longer there.

ebsprintin · Aug 26, 2010

Leo,

I made mine with about 8 inches between e-fastener and ratchet. That way the ratchet clears the pallet or the side of small flat boxes.

eb

ATeam · Aug 26, 2010

ebsprintin said:
Leo,

I made mine with about 8 inches between e-fastener and ratchet. That way the ratchet clears the pallet or the side of small flat boxes.

Ours have 12" between the fastner and ratchet. Leo, I'm not sure that 2" would be the best. There will always be that one box or skid for which a 2", 8" or 12" short-end strap will not work. If you are going to have them custom made, think about making both 6" and 12". Maybe have the short ends made of different colors for easy identification.

We only had four special straps made and that has been enough.

greg334 · Aug 26, 2010

Leo,
There are two things, beware of companies who modify straps, they can not certify their work - manufacturers can.

AND

You ever heard of corner protectors and veeboards?

LDB · Aug 26, 2010

I've got 4 of the corner protectors and use them frequently. They don't work for everything though. Also, there are times in the van when I have something almost roof height. I strap up and over to the floor track. With a standard strap that puts the ratchet at the ceiling where it's inconvenient. I've emailed Lodi Metals about having some made up. I'll think about the different end lengths. Another good idea.