Baling twine may not seem fashionable, but it has many uses you may not know. From fixing a fence to tying up pants, baling twine is your go-to solution!
Baling twine can easily be thrown away, but if you take the time to clean it up and dispose of it correctly, you are helping the environment and other wildlife.
Uses
Baling twine, or binder twine, securely fasten hay or other granular materials into bales before they are wrapped around. It plays an integral role in the process. It comes in synthetic and natural varieties made of polypropylene, natural sisal or biodegradable materials, making it suitable for many uses.
Synthetic baler twines, made from polypropylene fibre, offer the advantages of being solid and rot-resistant. Furthermore, they’re easier to handle and provide better protection against tangles than their natural sisal counterpart. However, while sisal baler twine has a longer lifespan, it may not be easy to handle for extended periods.
If you don’t have enough natural baler twine to bind your hay, CWC offers synthetic baler twine. This durable product is constructed from polypropylene fibre with soft construction and high UV inhibitors to help protect it against premature degradation due to UV light exposure.
Twisting and knotting bales for tight security help keep animals from chewing or swallowing the contents. It makes a good choice for large or heavy hay bales and those stored for extended periods.
Baling twine can be used for many purposes, such as closing gates and tying down tarps that might get blown off the fence. It could even be employed to repair a fence or attach tractor parts.
Baling twine is often used to secure hay and other agricultural products before they are baled. It comes in various sizes and weights to meet the demands of various baling operations.
When selecting baling twine for your machine, it’s essential to consider its size and what kind of hay you intend to use. Furthermore, the thickness of the twine must also be taken into account as this determines how easily it moves through the chamber of the baler, ultimately impacting how well-formed and quality the bales produced.
Calculate Your Needs
Twine is an essential tool for farmers, whether you use it for baling, fencing or repairing tractor parts. Also, having some on hand in case your hay baler or straw baler breaks down and needs repair can save money in the long run by saving on repair costs.
When shopping for baling twine, assessing your needs and purchasing enough products at a fair price is essential. Doing this will enable you to select the ideal product and meet all your baling requirements.
Calculating your baling needs requires considering how many bales you plan to make. Once this figure is known, you can calculate how much twine you’ll require for your project.
One essential factor is its length when calculating how much baling twine you need. Doing this ensures you won’t run out of twine before finishing your bales.
When purchasing twine, one factor to consider is the guaranteed number of feet included per carton. Generally, the longer your twine is, the more bales you can create from one spool. It is especially helpful for those large baling square or round hay as it saves them time in the field with fewer trips back and forth to their baler. Furthermore, smaller bales perform better during storage due to their compact nature.
Storage
Baling twine requires storage, and the type, timing and location (indoors or outdoors) all play a role in making this decision.
Bales stored indoors can lose an average of 2-8% dry matter over extended periods, depending on the climate. To significantly reduce these losses, keep them in a well-drained and secure location that drains well.
Hay stored outdoors can lose up to 5-25% dry matter if left in storage for extended periods, substantial round bales.
If you store many bales, consider enclosing them in plastic or canvas. It helps keep hay dry and prevent moisture damage – making it easier to use the following year.
Use at least two layers when covering a load of hay with plastic wrap. Doing more can reduce overall costs by effectively shedding rain and allowing condensation to evaporate inside the bale.