The Fromm A383 (click to link) is a Pneumatic Combination Sealless strapping tool designed for steel straps
of width 1-1/4”. It is promoted by Fromm as the toughest sealless strapping tool available in the
market. It uses two buttons, one for pulling the tension and the second for creating its own
seal. The tool finds widespread application in the lumber, aluminium, and steel packaging
industries.


Applications
The Fromm A383 is a heavy-duty Steel Strapping tool that is perfect for heavy packages. It is a
reliable, robust, and easy-to-use tool for high-volume applications in a stationary environment.
It makes it easier to strap otherwise hard-to-strap packages and flat packages. The tool can pull
very high tension up to 15,000N and can also be used in extreme conditions. There are 4
tension levels to choose from and it can operate in semi-automatic and fully-automatic modes.
The A383 offers Fromm’s advanced tensioning force and makes perfect choice for strapping
pipes, bars, coils, and bundles. It finds wide-ranging applications in the construction materials
and timer industry. It is cherished for its high reliability in industries involving continuous
operation and shift work.
Technical Specs
The key technical specifications of the Pneumatic Combination Sealless tool are as follows:
 Strap Type: Regular duty & high-tensile steel straps
 Strap Size: 3/4” (19 mm) to 1-1/4” (32 mm) (width) & 0.63 mm to 1.30 mm (thickness)
 Weight: 23.5 kg (51.8 lbs)
 Tensioning: 10,000N & 15,000N
 Seal Type: Sealless
Since this is a heavy Steel Strapping tool, it is recommended to suspend it when using.
Key Features
 This is a powerful Pneumatic Combination Sealless that generates very high tension of
up to 15,000N.
 The strap guide holds the steel strap when tensioning.
 Features 4 different tensioning levels.
 Offers very high level of seal efficiency.
 Highly reliable tool that minimizes down time.

 The tool’s design makes it easier to service.
 High performance tool designed for the most demanding applications.
 The pneumatic component helps achieve optimal productivity.
 Sealless joint helps reduce costs by up to 10%.
 Steel straps can be loaded simultaneously.
All these features make it an excellent tool for use in the aluminium, steel, and non-ferrous
metals industries.
Other Options
Some of the other options to Fromm A383 in the market include:
P331 which uses 1-1/4” plastic strapping which is a more cost-effective option
 Signode SPC114
ZL-90 which is a manual combo tool
Grip Pack 114 which is a battery-run Steel Strapping tool.

The S452 tensioner is also option.
Tool Repair
The Fromm A383 has wear parts and requires tool repair and maintenance. All the common
wear parts including Feedwheel, die half, cutter, punch, and gripper are readily available. The
tool can be fixed by experienced and certified technicians and returned with quick turnaround.