Why do palm trees have metal bands around them?

Metal bands and palm tree straps are used to keep fronds from falling. Troy Belt is a modern replacement that is safer and more durable.

Is Troy Belt better than a zip tie for palm fronds?

Yes. Zip ties break in sunlight and cannot support heavy fronds. Troy Belt is engineered for palm tree safety and long-term outdoor durability.

Stop Falling Fronds

Q: How can palm fronds kill you?

Heavy royal palm fronds can fall suddenly and cause fatal head or neck injuries. Troy Belt secures loose fronds to prevent these accidents.

Q: What injuries come from falling palm fronds?

Common injuries include concussions, skull fractures, and serious trauma caused by large falling fronds. Troy Belt reduces this risk by keeping fronds secured.

Q: What is a frond on a palm tree?

A frond is a palm tree's large leaf. When fronds die, they become heavy and can fall unexpectedly, making them dangerous without a proper strap like Troy Belt.

Q: Why did the top of my palm tree fall off?

The top may fall due to disease, internal rot, or structural weakness. Loose or fallen fronds should be secured immediately to prevent injury.

Q: Do you offer Royal Palm tree frond ties or bungee straps?

Yes. Troy Belt serves as a heavy-duty frond tie for royal palms and works better than standard bungee straps.

Q: Do you have a ratchet belt for palm fronds?

Troy Belt uses a reinforced tensioning system similar to a ratchet belt, but designed specifically for palm fronds and won't damage the tree.

Q: What should I do when palm tree fronds start falling off?

Secure the loose fronds immediately using Troy Belt and schedule proper trimming. Never walk under unstable fronds.

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Palm Tree Safety Strap for Palm Fronds 5 ft - 1 Pack

$15.00

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The Troy Belt is the first strapping system specifically designed to prevent shedding royal palm fronds from falling. The Troy Belt is strong, durable and is easy to use. Installation takes less than a minute when installed by any tree service expert. Troy Belt benefits include:

1. A limit for the need of continual ground maintenance.
2. A reduction in the chance of injury from a falling frond.
3. A reduction in the liability and exposure to insurance claims.

The Troy Belt is installed on the crown shaft of the royal palm tree. As the fronds die, the frond branch and crown shaft are held in place by the Troy Belt. Every 3 months a tree service expert can use the included cutting tool to remove the existing Troy Belt and SAFELY take away the shedding palm fronds. A new Troy Belt can then be installed at the same time.

CUTTER NOTE: The Troy Belt cutter is only included on orders of 100 units or more. You will receive 1 free cutter per 100 units ordered. (Ex. 100 Troy Belts, 1 free cutter. 200 Troy Belts, 2 free cutters, etc.)

The Troy Belt System

The Troy Belt is the first strapping system specifically designed to prevent shedding royal palm fronds from falling. The Troy Belt is strong, durable and is easy to use. A tree service expert can install it in less than a minute.

Troy Belt Palm Tree Safety FAQ

How can palm fronds kill you?

Falling palm fronds—especially from tall royal palms—can weigh dozens of pounds. When they drop without warning, they can cause severe head injuries or even death. Troy Belt is designed to secure loose palm fronds to prevent these dangerous accidents.

What injuries come from falling palm fronds?

Injuries from falling palm fronds include concussions, skull fractures, neck trauma, and broken bones. Using a palm tree belt or palm tree straps like Troy Belt reduces this risk dramatically.

Why do palm trees have metal bands or straps around them?

Many royal palm and date palm owners use metal bands, palm tree straps, or ratchet belts to keep heavy fronds from falling. Troy Belt replaces these outdated methods with a safer, weather-resistant system.

What is a frond on a palm tree?

A palm frond is the large leaf that grows from the top of a palm tree. As fronds die, they become heavy and unstable. Troy Belt keeps these fronds secured until proper trimming or removal.

Why did the top of my palm tree fall off?

If the crown (top) of the palm falls, it may be due to disease, overwatering, lightning, or internal rot. Loose fronds or a fallen palm tree should always be secured immediately to avoid injury.

Do you offer Royal Palm tree frond ties or bungee straps?

Yes. Troy Belt functions as a high-strength alternative to bungee ties for palm fronds and is specifically engineered for large royal palm trees.

Is Troy Belt better than zip ties for palm fronds?

Yes. Zip ties for palm fronds become brittle, snap in sunlight, and can’t handle heavy fronds. Troy Belt is a purpose-built strap system that resists UV, heat, and weight—making it a far superior solution.

Do you have a ratchet belt for palm fronds?

Troy Belt uses a reinforced, high-strength tension system that functions much like a ratchet belt but is safer for palm bark and easier to install.

What should I do when palm tree fronds start falling off?

Secure the fronds immediately using Troy Belt to prevent accidents, then schedule a trimming. Never walk or work directly under palm fronds that look dry, loose, or cracked.

Problem

Zip Ties rot in the South Florida sun

Associations and property management companies cannot properly protect themselves from liability with 15 foot - 100 lb royal palm fronds from falling.

Cost

Serious Financial Liability & Potential Bodily Harm

Falling fronds not only damage vehicles but can also cause serious injury or death to your residents and clients, increasing liability on your property.

Solution

Troy Belt Palm Frond Security System

The first non-plastic Florida royal palm frond security system. Approved by insurance companies nationwide.

Added Benefits: Improved Grounds Maintenance

Are you tired of making daily rounds on your property grounds to pick up royal palm fronds? Well look no further. The Troy Belt allows you to streamline your grounds maintenance from daily pickup to quarterly routine maintenance. Now, tree service experts can safely remove the Troy Belt and the dead fronds and install a new Troy Belt in one pass.

Royal Palm Frond Routine Maintenance Made Easy

Quick and Easy Installation

Troy Belt's patent pending clip system provides a quick and easy solution for securing royal palm fronds from possible damage to vehicles and potential bodily harm.

Safe Single Handed Removal

The Troy Belt ships with an ergonomic lightweight cutter for safe and easy single handed removal of your Troy Belt.

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Palm Tree Safety Strap for Palm Fronds 5 ft - 1 Pack

$15.00

Description
How to Video

The Troy Belt is the first strapping system specifically designed to prevent shedding royal palm fronds from falling. The Troy Belt is strong, durable and is easy to use. Installation takes less than a minute when installed by any tree service expert. Troy Belt benefits include:

1. A limit for the need of continual ground maintenance.
2. A reduction in the chance of injury from a falling frond.
3. A reduction in the liability and exposure to insurance claims.

The Troy Belt is installed on the crown shaft of the royal palm tree. As the fronds die, the frond branch and crown shaft are held in place by the Troy Belt. Every 3 months a tree service expert can use the included cutting tool to remove the existing Troy Belt and SAFELY take away the shedding palm fronds. A new Troy Belt can then be installed at the same time.

CUTTER NOTE: The Troy Belt cutter is only included on orders of 100 units or more. You will receive 1 free cutter per 100 units ordered. (Ex. 100 Troy Belts, 1 free cutter. 200 Troy Belts, 2 free cutters, etc.)