A strapping core corrector comprising a first arcuate side, a second arcuate side, at least open slide coupled therebetween, and a linear expansion member is provided. The first arcuate side and the second arcuate side include a flange and a collar disposed substantially perpendicular to one another. The at least one slide is coupled to an end of the first arcuate side and the second arcuate side. The linear expansion member is coupled to the first arcuate side and the second arcuate side and it configured to expand the first arcuate side and the second arcuate side to correct a deformed core of a roll of strapping.