Bundling pipes, reinforcing heavy boxes or unitizing packages for export without the bond giving way mid-transit requires a tape with the strength of strapping and the ease of tape. This filament tape —also called fiberglass reinforced tape or strapping tape— is manufactured by Fortemo from BOPP film with longitudinal fiberglass filaments and hot melt adhesive, in widths of 18, 25 and 48 mm, designed for warehouses, moving and packing lines that handle heavy loads.
Key benefits
- Strapping-level tensile strength: the longitudinal fiberglass filaments deliver ≥ 250 N/cm, enough to close and unitize loads that would snap a conventional tape.
- Immediate, lasting grip: the hot melt adhesive bonds instantly and holds the joint under tension without peeling off during the journey.
- Light strapping without tools: replaces plastic strapping on small bundles where setting up a tensioner and buckle is not justified.
- Minimal elongation: stretches less than 5%, so the load stays firm and does not loosen with movement.
- Versatile application: applied with a dispenser or by hand, with no tensioner, seal or staples.
Typical applications and uses
- Reinforcing heavy boxes, corners and bottoms for export shipments and fragile parcels.
- Bundling pipes, profiles, rods, lumber and coils in hardware stores, warehouses and industry.
- Securing moving parts (doors, lids, drawers) on appliances and furniture during transport.
- Tying and unitizing packages where strapping strength is needed with the speed of tape.
Quality and durability
The weak point of a cheap filament tape is the strands: too few, poorly distributed or made of brittle fiber that snaps under tension. Fortemo uses continuous fiberglass filaments and high-tack hot melt adhesive, the combination that holds the load without the tape stretching or the strands breaking at the moment of peak tension.
Equivalences
Equivalent to these other-brand references:
- 18 mm (3/4 in) · 50 m (55 yd) · Box of 48 rolls
- 3M Scotch Filament Tape 8915, 18 mm x 55 m
- 25 mm (1 in) · 50 m (55 yd) · Box of 36 rolls
- 3M Scotch General Purpose Filament Tape 8956, 25 mm x 50 m3M Scotch Filament Tape 8915, 24 mm x 55 m
- 48 mm (2 in) · 50 m (55 yd) · Box of 24 rolls
- 3M Scotch Filament Tape 8915, 48 mm x 55 m
Brands and references mentioned belong to their respective owners; cited only for comparison and compatibility.
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| Material and construction | |
|---|---|
| Material | BOPP with fiberglass |
| Color | Transparent (visible filaments) |
| Adhesive | Hot melt (synthetic rubber) |
| Dimensions and format | |
| Tape width | 18 mm (3/4 in) |
| Roll length | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Mandrel diameter | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Strength and performance | |
| Tensile strength | ≥ 250 N/cm |
| Elongation at break | ≤ 5% |
| Adhesion | High |
| Presentation and packaging | |
| Presentation | Box of 48 rolls |
Official FORTEMO warranty
What's covered
Confirmed defect: replacement or refund of the amount paid.
What's not covered
Payment & Security
