Mid-State Litho sells and supports commercial strapping machines for print, mail, and packaging lines that need plastic strapping on cartons, bundles, and pallets. This process hub is intentionally tight: we list the live StraPack path below and quote other strappers when your line needs a different head, arch, or table configuration.
Related hubs: banding machines (paper/film banders for smaller packs), shrink wrapping, packaging solutions, and Heat Seal packaging. For soft bundling without strap, start with banding rather than strapping.
Sizing a strapper is a package size, strap width, cycle rate, and semi-auto vs automatic conversation. Call 1-800-343-4231 with package dimensions and daily volume. Financing and leasing is available for capital equipment through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital.
Live strapping equipment
- StraPack SQ-800 strapping machine
The SQ-800 is the live commercial strapper we list online. Confirm strap size, arch/table setup, and power on the quote. Archived or retired models (including older BPX-branded units) are not linked as live PDPs. Other Strapack and OEM configurations may be available by quote.
Strapping vs banding
Strapping uses plastic or similar strap for cartons, heavier bundles, and shipping prep. Banding uses paper or film bands for lighter print/mail packs and retail presentation. If you are unitizing finished print for ship, strap is usually right. If you are banding books or mail pieces, start at banding machines.
How to choose a strapping machine
Four decisions settle most quotes.
Package range. Min/max length, width, and height set the arch and table.
Semi-auto vs automatic. Operator-fed units for moderate volume; automatic for continuous lines.
Strap type. Width and material must match the head and your ship requirements.
Line neighbors. Plan strapping after shrink, band, or carton seal so operators are not double-handling.
Why buy strapping equipment from Mid-State Litho
Mid-State Litho is a family-owned equipment dealer since 1984 serving commercial printers, mailers, and packaging operations across Michigan and the Great Lakes.
Packaging line context. We also sell banding, shrink, and related packaging equipment so the strapper is not a one-off orphan on the floor.
Service. Install and support through service and support.
Trade-ins and financing. Discuss trade-in and financing and leasing on capital quotes. Used options: used and refurbished equipment.
Call 1-800-343-4231.
Strapping machines FAQ
What strapping machines does Mid-State Litho list live?
The live catalog currently includes the StraPack SQ-800. Other configurations may be available by quote.
Should I buy a strapper or a bander?
Strappers for cartons and heavier ship units. Banders for lighter print and mail packs. See banding machines if you are unsure.
Do you still sell BPX strappers?
BPX packaging equipment is being replaced by Packaging Made Easy for that OEM line. Do not expect active BPX strapper PDPs. Call for current packaging equipment options.
Does Mid-State Litho install and service strappers?
Yes. We support install and service for packaging equipment we sell. Call 1-800-343-4231.
Can I finance a strapping machine?
Yes. Financing and leasing for capital equipment run through Mitsubishi HC Capital and LEAF Commercial Capital. Start at financing and leasing.