The Silverline Elite EPDM Tarp Strap has all the advantages of EPDM, coupled with U.S. manufacturing quality and all at a "very competitive" price point. 

Ancra International says its new Silverline Elite EPDM tarp strap is an American-made product at a "very" competitive price. EPDM stands for ethylene propylene diene monomer, by the way. Until now, the brand has been represented by a natural-rubber version — popular in colder climates — made in China. Now, both the new strap and the original Silverline will be made in the U.S., as of July 1. The company’s "ultra premium" EPDM-based Goldline strap has been made in the U.S. since its introduction 40 years ago.

EPDM rubber is said to deliver strength, durability and resistance to everyday environmental road conditions, like ultraviolet radiation and ozone. Ancra says EPDM-based tarp straps have been proven to last five to 20 times longer than natural-rubber tarp straps, and adds that the new lower-profile Silverline is exceptionally resilient as well.

The natural-rubber strap also includes UV inhibitors to promote durability and is especially suited to colder climates. The rubber remains flexible, Ancra says, even in sub-zero conditions.