Offers benefits for packaging metals, corrugated, construction products, bales, timber and paper and is safer and simpler to use than steel, which weighs 80% more in comparison. The high retained tension and shock resistance given by Tenax ensures that grip is maintained even when packs settle, cool, contract or are moved. the totally smooth finish of Tenax leaves no scratching, staining or denting on products and the absence of sharp edges and less springing when cut, enhances operator safety. Tenax is inert and non-contaminating, manufactured using post consumer material from signode's own recycling facility and after use can be easily chopped and stored for further recycling.