Type 201 Stainless Steel Band and Buckle is the standard choice of Band-It products, offering high strength, quality appearance, and good resistance to oxidation and weathering. Engineered for a diverse range of applications in areas such as clamping, cable management, hose attachment, identification, insulation, and pole and tower mounting, Band-It Band and Buckle is fast and easy to install. Recent research has indicated, in fact, that this tried and true method is quickly becoming a popular choice for both storm prone and high theft municipalities. As opposed to the U bolt, which sacrifices strength and durability for simple installation, Band-It Band and Buckle can be counted on to securely attach signage and traffic signals to poles with the use of the C00169 Standard Banding Tool. Use of this system allows bands to be cut to size, minimizing waste and allowing the same roll of band to be applied on a variety of pole sizes and shapes. In addition, Band-It Band and Buckle System offers the following advantages: