There are many types of tie-downs on the market, all claiming to keep cargo safe during transport.
However, ratchet straps are not only the best way to secure cargo, they are also the most efficient, most cost effective and most versatile.
Ratchet straps are adjustable straps that allow the users to adjust the length and tension specific to the item they are securing.
Using a tie down that is too loose may not provide enough security for the item and you may lose it during transportation.
Too tight, you may damage the item.
These straps are ideal when moving items using a moving truck, a flat bed or just a plain pick-up truck.
Available in 1", 2", 3" and 4" lengths, these versatile straps are usually made from a synthetic webbing material that allows the straps to withstand even the harshest weather conditions.
This is beneficial when moving cargo on an open-air flat bed in the dead of winter or during a rain storm.
Other forms of tie downs on the market could fail in these types of conditions, not only damaging the cargo, but endangering lives as well.
Ratchet straps can also be ordered in customized widths, lengths and with customized fasteners, ideal for those hauling unique cargo.
When using ratchet straps, be sure to pay attention to the safety instructions, including the amount of weight each strap can support.
The break strength weight is the amount of wait at which the strap will fail, causing your cargo to no longer be secured.
The work load limit is around 1/3 of the break point weight and is the maximum weight you should use a strap to secure.
Ignoring the work load limit can cause great damage to not only your cargo; it can also fatally injure someone if the cargo comes loose while heading down a highway or interstate.
Not all tie downs are created equal.
When transporting anything in a motorized vehicle, you want to make sure the cargo is secure, not only protecting the items being transported, but all motorists on the road.
Ratchet straps are a cost effective, efficient and safe way to secure all your cargo when transporting it from one place to another.