SAFETEX lashing technology

SAFETEX lashing technology

SAFETEX´s range of lashing straps offers tailor-made solutions for securing every cargo.
We make the lashing strap from polyester (PES) with an average extension of max.5 %.
Tensioners (SE) and connectors (VE) are coordinated with the respective lashing systems.
SAFETEX´s lashing straps are produced at both of our locations in Stuttgart and Erfurt in
Germany according to EN 12195-2.

Identification Label

Information on the label

LC =
Lashing Capacity
(permissible tension force)
Maximum force for straight-line use and for which a lashing strap has been designed for use. 

SHF =
Standard Hand Force
(normal hand force)
Manual tension force of 50 daN applied on the tensioning element. 

STF =
Standard Tension Force
(normal tension force)
Remaining force after the grip of a ratchet has
been released = pre-tension force.

Fixed end (FE) and loose end (LE) as well as one-part polyester lashing straps must be identified with a blue label according to EN 12195-2.

Basics of lashing strap systems

Two-part lashing straps

A 2-part lashing strap consists of  two components: The fixed end with ratchet and connecting element (hook) and the loose end with hook as connecting element. 
Use: Strapping down and direct strapping in straight line.

One-part lashing straps

A 1-part lashing strap consists of one strap band with a ratchet as tensioning element.
Use: Bundling or strapping.

Lashing straps in tandem technique

A 1-part lashing strap with double strap position. A double pulling force is achieved with it during strapping. A lashing strap system that shows its advantages especially in heavy-duty strapping.