Tarpstop
offers ratchet strap assemblies that can secure any load
We
have the brands you trust and the competitive prices that can’t be beat
The professionals who depend on quality
equipment for their livelihood don't take chances on no-name, generic tie down
straps. At Tarpstop, we offer only the highest quality ratchet straps at the
most competitive prices. Tarpstop offers a great selection of heavy-duty products
from top brands. Select brands meet DOT, CHP, and WSTDA standards so you know
your load is safe on the road. Some of the high-quality ratchet straps we offer
include:
- Ratchet strap with hooks
- Ratchet strap with grab
hooks
- Ratchet strap with chain
extensions
- Ratchet strap with flat
hooks
- Ratchet strap with wire
hooks
- Semi ratchet straps
- Ratchet tie down straps
- American ratchet straps
- Flatbed ratchet straps
- Truck ratchet strap with
wire hooks
- Truck ratchet strap with
flat hooks
- Truck ratchet strap
with chain extension
- Truck Rhino web ratchet
strap
- Flatbed ratchet straps
with hooks
- Flatbed Rhino web ratchet
straps
- Flatbed ratchet strap
with chain extensions
- Trailer ratchet strap
with hooks
- Trailer ratchet strap
with wire hooks
- Trailer ratchet strap
with chain extension
- Trailer ratchet strap
with flat hooks
What are Ratchet
Straps?
The experienced
professionals at Tarpstop explain
Sizes
Ratchet straps assemblies are used
to secure a load to a flatbed trailer, truck or moving van. They can be used
anywhere an easy-to-use, secure tie down is needed. There are many different
configurations available to tie-down most any load. The most common widths used
for trucking are 2-inch, 3-inch and 4-inch. However 1" ratchet straps are
used for less heavy-duty applications such as pickup trucks, moving vans, motorcycles,
etc. Special straps with track fittings (e-track ) are designed for use in interior
van style trucks and trailers. Typically, the 2-inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch straps
are 27' or 30' long for use with larger loads, while 1-inch straps are often
12' or 16' long.
End Fittings
Ratchet straps with flat hooks are
the most common as they can be attached to the rub rail of the trailer (depending
on DOT regulations). Ratchet straps with chain and grab hook ends allow attachment
to in-floor chain tie-downs or can be wrapped around the trailer pocket or spool
as long as the attachment point is rated for enough working load limit. Another
option is the wire hook ends which offer another option for attachment to dee
rings, tie-down plates, etc.
Web Styles
Polyester and nylon materials have
been used for manufacturing ratchet straps for many years. The most common is
the yellow ratchet strap. High-end manufacturers now offer abrasion resistant
webbing for extra long wearing ratchet straps. Kinedyne Rhino Web and Ancra
BLUE are examples of manufacturers of this type of webbing.
Common Styles
Just about every trucker carries
a few 2x27 or 2x30 ratchet straps with flat hooks or chains for securing loads.
They come in handy for small or random size objects or just throwing over the
tarp to provide extra security. A few of the larger 3" or 4" ratchet
straps are handy to have on hand as well. You'll often see a 4" x 27' ratchet
strap with chain ends thrown over the top of a steel coil for an extra measure
of security. They don't weigh or cost much to have. However if you don't have
it onboard, you might get stuck buying one at the truck stop for big money!
Safety
It is the driver's
responsibility to ensure the cargo control equipment used meets the requirements
of all regulations as well as good-old common sense. Generally, regulations
require that the total working load limit (WLL) of the equipment used equals
a specific portion of the weight of the objects hauled. Additional regulations
require a certain number of tie-down devices and anchor points for items hauled.
Regulations (and their interpretations) change periodically, and local governments
may have jurisdictions as well. The DOT will often look for the working load
limit of the tie-down used. Working load is generally only 1/3 of the breaking
strength, so be aware that some companies may advertise the higher breaking
strength of the ratchet strap and not the working load limit. As a general guide,
2-inch ratchet straps have a working load limit of 3,300 pounds. Three-inch
and 4-inch ratchet strap assemblies have working loads of around 5,400 pounds
(sometimes up to 6,600 pounds). The tie down or ratchet strap is rated to the
working load limit printed on the tag when new. If the strap is worn, damaged,
defective, or otherwise not in good working condition, it should not be used.
All tie downs including ratchet straps should be inspected before each use and
replaced if not in proper working condition.
Trust the experienced professionals at Tarpstop for all of your ratchet strap
needs. We have all of the sizes that will meet your specific requirements. We
can also answer any questions you may have about ratchet straps and their uses.
Email us or give us a call today.
