The right buckle can make all the difference.
Your Tex-Steel woven strapping is built to perform under pressure, but a key component of the entire system comes from the buckle that locks it in place.
Should you choose a wire buckle for versatility or a ladder buckle for maximum hold? Here’s how to decide which one keeps your cargo safest from start to finish.
Wire Buckles: Versatile and Reliable
Wire buckles are made from Phosphate Coated, High Tensile Steel Wire and are the most common companion for Tex-Steel strapping.
Their self-locking design and angled teeth allow the strap to grip firmly as tension is applied, creating a secure hold that won’t loosen even when loads shift during transport.
Why pair Tex-Steel with wire buckles:
Ideal for: Palletized loads, export crates, unitizing and encircling banding, construction materials, and general industrial shipments.
Wire buckles deliver dependable performance for everyday strapping — perfect when flexibility and ease of use are priorities.
Check out our video tutorial for threading a wire buckle
Ladder Buckles: Maximum Strength for Heavy Loads
For more demanding applications, ladder buckles take Tex-Steel performance a step further.
Stamped, or forged from high tensile steel, ladder buckles feature “rungs” where the strapping is threaded through and then tensioned with either manual, pneumatic or battery powered tools. This design distributes tension evenly and locks the strap securely under high pressure — ideal for high-tension, heavy-duty loads, and doorway protection in railcars.
Why pair Tex-Steel with ladder buckles:
Ideal for: Doorway protection, steel coils, industrial equipment, and other heavy loads requiring high-tension hold.
When you need maximum securement strength from your Tex-Steel strapping, ladder buckles provide a firm, reliable compliant option.
Our video tutorial for threading a ladder buckle is here to help you get the job done!
Confidence in Every Load
Choosing the right buckle isn’t just about hardware — it’s about maximizing the performance of your Tex-Steel system. Whether you need versatility in the field or maximum strength for shipments, CPS provides the full range of Tex-Steel strapping, wire buckles, ladder buckles, and tensioning tools to secure your cargo with confidence.
Need help choosing the right combination?
Contact our team and we’ll help you match your strapping and buckle for the safest, most reliable results.