Advanced Automotive Strapping, Assemblies and Car Webbing Straps
ACW manufactures automotive webbing straps and assemblies engineered to meet the demanding environments and technical requirements of the automotive industry. From the production line to the open road and aftermarket, you will find ACW’s automotive straps and webbing assemblies wherever performance and reliability are non-negotiable.
Automotive
Precision
Automotive webbing straps are essential to the automotive industry for product assembly, harnesses, retention systems, grab handles, seat adjustment straps, winch extensions, pet restraints, cargo nets, luggage nets, roof rack straps, transport, repair, and securing and pulling.
For over a century, automotive designers, manufacturers, and associated industries have continuously relied upon ACW for exceptional automotive webbing straps and materials that consistently meet specs and exceed performance standards.
ACW provides full Level 3 PPAP capabilities, giving automotive manufacturers and suppliers the quality documentation and validation required for production approval. PPAP standards are governed by the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and are a critical requirement for supplying automotive webbing straps to OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
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Application |
Recommended Strap Material |
Notes |
| Interior Vehicle Assembly | Nylon | Strength and abrasion. Not intended for load bearing |
| Light loads & covers | Polypropylene | Minimal stretch, light weight, low price point |
| Grab Handles & Harnesses, Restraints | Polyester | UV/moisture resistance, high rigidity |
| Transporting/Vehicular Tie Down | Polyester | High break strength, low elongation |
| Towing and Securing | Polyester (tow straps), | Minimal stretch for towing, high resistance to weathering/UV. |
| Interior Cargo netting | Elastic Cord & Webbing | Low, medium, and high elongation available |
| High Temperature exposure | Para-aramid | Flame Resistant and high resistance to chemical exposure |
Technical Overview
Automotive Strapping
ACW’s automotive straps are manufactured using diverse high-performance materials, including nylon, polyester, polypropylene, elastics, and specialty fibers like Kevlar®.
Each material is selected for unique applications:
Nylon Webbing
Nylon automotive webbing straps are highly valued for assembly aids, seat mechanisms, and restraint systems thanks to strong break strength and excellent abrasion resistance. Ideal for applications needing slight elasticity while undergoing repeated stress cycles.
Elastic Webbing
Elastic automotive webbing straps are employed for trunk nets, cargo nets, pet assemblies, and flexible retention within vehicle interiors. Variable stretch characteristics accommodate diverse automotive interior solutions.
Polypropylene Webbing
Polypropylene automotive webbing straps are preferred for trunk and cargo securing, light loads, covers, and linings thanks to their light weight and strong resistance to water and chemicals.
Polyester Webbing
Often specified for tie-downs, towing, and vehicle transport due to minimal stretch, high strength, and superior resistance to moisture and UV degradation. Polyester is the preferred choice for tow straps, grab handles, restraints, harnesses, and exterior components regularly exposed to weathering and the elements.
Kevlar® and Aramid Straps
Kevlar® and aramid automotive webbing straps are used in high-temperature or high-stress environments requiring flame and heat resistance, such as engine compartment bundling, battery retention, and components subject to chemical exposure.
Webbing and Hardware
Capabilities
ACW manufactures the automotive webbing straps and raw materials used in assemblies, including engineered plastic, metal, and flame-resistant hardware. We offer custom sewing and injection molding that meet precise tolerances, branding, and durability requirements for both production and aftermarket use.
ACW is a partner for new product development of automotive webbing straps and assemblies. We offer design engineering, material testing, and rapid prototyping. Overseas manufacturing combined with domestic manufacturing in Rhode Island and New Hampshire at our affiliate companies ensures supply chain reliability, custom engineering support, and the ability to deliver precision automotive webbing straps tailored to next-generation vehicle requirements.
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