Sangles

Sangles are flexible, elongated bands used to secure, carry, or restrain objects and people. They encompass a wide range of products, from lightweight fashion straps and watch bands to heavy-duty lashing and lifting slings. In English technical usage, the term strap or webbing is often used, but sangles is common in French and in multilingual contexts to denote the same general idea of a securing band. Sangles may be designed for adjustability, locking, or fixed length, depending on their intended function.

The construction and materials of sangles vary with purpose. They can be made from natural leather, cotton or other textiles, or from synthetic fibers such as nylon, polyester, or polypropylene. Webbing sangles are often reinforced with stitching, buckles, hooks, rings, or cam locks and are produced in different widths and thicknesses to achieve needed strength and durability. Metal bands or straps are used for high-strength applications such as cargo restraint or strapping in construction and manufacturing.

Applications of sangles span many domains. In fashion and everyday wear, straps are used for bags, belts, watches, and footwear. In outdoor and sports gear, sangles secure backpacks, tents, and equipment. In industry and transportation, they serve as tie-down straps, lifting slings, or restraint systems, where load ratings and inspection requirements apply. Safety standards and guidelines regulate markings, load capacities, maintenance, and periodic inspections to ensure reliable performance.

Care and maintenance involve regular inspection for fraying, cuts, chemical damage, or loss of elasticity. Damaged or worn sangles should be retired from service and replaced to prevent failure in use.