A Sliding Handle Ratchet Strap?!

This movable handle ratchet strap product solves a common problem - when the handle or ratchet system ends up in the wrong place - like too close to an object, the side of the truck bed, or over the edge of the load. This great product allows you to place the ratchet where YOU need it!Show more

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Ratchet straps have taken on a life of their own. They have become so commonplace that it is difficult to think of a time when they weren’t used. Even though there are several variations, duty ratings, and sizes of ratchet straps, they all operate on the basic principle that tension is applied on straps in the middle of two attachment points. Using a ratchet device with a central threading hub allows high leverage to be applied resulting in tight straps to hold objects in place.

Some of the improvements to ratchet straps include heavier frames, molded handles for increased comfort and leverage, and devices to hold hooks on attachment points until the strap is tensioned and the hook will stay in place on its own.

Erickson Manufacturing has come out with a new product that allows you to address one other inconvenient thing that can happen when securing a load: having the ratchet positioned where it is inconvenient or will cause damage to the load (such as on the edge or corner).

We’ve tested Erickson’s Sliding Ratchet strap and found it to be very useful. After a small learning curve, sliding the ratchet to the desired position is easy. At first, it can be a bit confusing because these straps are all one piece, rather than the usual two-piece setup of the ratchet head with a short hooked strap, and a longer flat strap with a hook on one end. Instead, all the strap is threaded uniquely through the ratchet frame. Once you understand the strap path and the adjustment device, you are in business.

We were able to slide the ratchet head anywhere along the length of the strap we wanted, secure it in place, and then tighten the load. This can be really handy. The strap and hardware are very good quality, and the hook securement device is really nice as well.

Lastly, there is a Velcro® securement strap for the excess webbing after you’ve secured your load.

These straps are available from a wide range of retailers in the United States and Canada. To check them out, you can visit these links for various lengths and sizes:

https://ericksonmfg.com/product/sliding-ratchet-straps-2/

https://ericksonmfg.com/product/sliding-ratchet-straps-3/

You can also check out their information video at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGB2cC3SiCE

We’ll put these to use around here! Our initial impressions are very good, and we expect we’ll have positive long-term experiences with them.

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