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Synthetic Bale Ties
Security Binding
High strength plastic straps belong to the category of security bindings used to hold compressed textile fibres together. Modern ginning and recycling plants use synthetic bale ties as an alternative to traditional steel bands to reduce weight and prevent rust contamination. These straps are typically made from polyester or polypropylene to withstand the immense internal pressure of a standard 227 kilogram bale.
Tensile Performance
Elasticity in the plastic material allows the strap to absorb shocks during loading and unloading without snapping. Unlike metal alternatives, synthetic bale ties do not produce sharp edges when they are cut, which reduces the risk of injury to workers in the opening room. This flexibility also makes the straps easier to manage once they are removed from the bale and prepared for disposal.
Handling Safety
Maintaining a constant grip on the fibre for several months is essential to prevent the bale from expanding and bursting the outer packaging.
Tension Retention
Corrosion resistance ensures that the fibre remains free from metallic stains even in humid warehouse environments. Using synthetic bale ties often simplifies the recycling process because the plastic material can be processed alongside other industrial waste. Many automated bale openers are specifically designed to cut and remove these plastic straps, further reducing the labor required at the start of the spinning process.