In the industrial sector, the choice of materials for packaging and securing sensitive items cannot be overstated. Flat ribbon twine has emerged as a preferred solution due to its specific design that enhances safety and efficiency. Guelph Twines Ltd is at the forefront of providing high-quality flat ribbon twine, catering to diverse industrial needs.

What is Flat Ribbon Twine?

Flat ribbon twine is a specialized tying material, distinguished by its flat, ribbon-like shape. Unlike conventional round twine, flat ribbon twine’s broader bearing surface allows for more even pressure distribution across items being secured. This characteristic is crucial for protecting sensitive or fragile products that might be compromised by the sharper pressure points created by standard twine.

Industrial Uses of Flat Ribbon Twine

  1. Greenhouse Applications Flat ribbon twine is extensively used in greenhouses, especially with RASSPE tying machines. The design of flat ribbon twine provides optimal tension to secure plants without causing harm, which is vital for maintaining plant health and supporting growth.
  2. Packaging and Shipping This type of twine is ideal for industrial packaging. Its dependable binding capabilities make it suitable for securing various products, with the added advantage of minimizing damage risk to the packaging and its contents. This makes flat ribbon twine an excellent choice for transporting delicate items safely.
  3. Manufacturing Processes In manufacturing settings, flat ribbon twine is employed to bundle materials or hold items securely during production processes. Its strength and adaptability help to ensure that materials remain in place, thereby reducing disruptions and enhancing workflow efficiency.

Flat Ribbon Twine from Guelph Twines Ltd.

Guelph Twines Ltd. offers a range of flat ribbon twine options in four standard sizes, ensuring we meet the diverse binding and shipping requirements of various industries.

  • Center-Pull Coiling: Our twine features a center-pull design for straightforward dispensing and user-friendly handling.
  • Stock Availability: We maintain a substantial inventory of twines and monofilaments for same-day or next-day shipping, allowing your operations to continue without delays.
  • Customized Solutions: We are capable of manufacturing twine tailored to your specific requirements with a short lead time, ensuring that your unique needs are met promptly.
  • Convenient Shipping: We generally ship 80 cartons per pallet, allowing for mixed sizes if necessary. For orders of 60 cartons or more, freight charges are prepaid to major centers across Canada.

Get a Sample Today

If you’re looking to explore the capabilities of Guelph Twines Ltd., we invite you to arrange a meeting to discuss your specific needs. Additionally, we would be happy to send you samples of any of our twines by mail, allowing you to firsthand assess the quality and applicability of our products.

Discover how flat ribbon twine can enhance your packaging and securing processes!

Diameter
(inches)

Diameter
(mm)

Code

Name

Feet /
pounds

Twist
(tpf)

Tube
I.D.

0.055

1.40

SJ0611CT

635-110 SJ Paper Cable Filler

800

9 "S"

1" or 2"

0.071

1.80

SJ0960CT

935-60 SJ Paper Cable Filler

660

9 "S"

1" or 2"

0.078

2.00

PR0020CW

.078” Paper Cable Filler

521

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.079

2.00

SJ1260CT

1235-60 SJ Paper Cable Filler

525

9 "S"

1" or 2"

0.094

2.40

PA0024CW

.094” Paper Cable Filler

560

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.109

2.80

PA0028CW

.109” Paper Cable Filler

460

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.125

3.20

PA0032CW

.125” Paper Cable Filler

315

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.140

3.60

PA0036CW

.140” Paper Cable Filler

285

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.156

4.00

PA0040CW

.156” Paper Cable Filler

240

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.175

4.40

PA0044CW

.175” Paper Cable Filler

183

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.187

4.80

PA0048CW

.187” Paper Cable Filler

163

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.218

5.60

PA0056CW

.218” FR Paper Cable Filler

121

9 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.295

7.50

PA007552

.295” FR Paper Cable Filler

61

6 "Z"

1" or 2"

0.313

8.00

PA008052

.313” FR Paper Cable Filler

58

6 "Z"

1" or 2"

Diameter
(inches)

Diameter
(mm)

Code

Name

Tube Size

Feet /
pounds

Twist
Z
(tpf)

Tube
I.D.

0.075

1.9

FT007548

.075” Twisted Cable Filler

10

1,050

10.0

1" or 2"

0.085

2.2

FT008548

.085” Twisted Cable Filler

10

735

9.0

1" or 2"

0.095

2.4

FT009548

.095” Twisted Cable Filler

10

630

9.0

1" or 2"

0.100

2.6

FT010348

.100” Twisted Cable Filler

10

550

9.0

1" or 2"

0.110

2.8

FT011048

.110” Twisted Cable Filler

10

467

9.0

1" or 2"

0.125

3.2

FT012548

.125” Twisted Cable Filler

10

380

9.0

1" or 2"

0.140

3.6

FT014048

.140” Twisted Cable Filler

10

307

6.0

1" or 2"

0.160

4.1

FT016048

.160” Twisted Cable Filler

10

235

6.0

1" or 2"

0.180

4.6

FT018048

.180” Twisted Cable Filler

10

185

6.0

1" or 2"

0.200

5.1

FT020028

.200” Twisted Cable Filler

10

152

6.0

1" or 2"

0.225

5.7

FT022548

.225” Twisted Cable Filler

10

124

6.0

1" or 2"

0.240

6.0

FT024048

.240” Twisted Cable Filler

10

104

6.0

1" or 2"

0.275

7.0

FT027548

.275” Twisted Cable Filler

10

92

4.5

1" or 2"

0.300

7.6

FTF30048

.300” Twisted Cable Filler

10

75

4.5

1" or 2"

0.325

8.3

FTF32548

.325” Twisted Cable Filler

10

66

4.5

1" or 2"

0.350

8.9

FTF35048

.350” Twisted Cable Filler

10

57

4.5

1" or 2"

Standard Cable Fillers

Diameter
(inches)

Code

Name 

Feet / lbs

Tube Size

Tube I.D.

.035/.045

CF500048

.045"/.050" Flat Cable Filler

2,680

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.055

CF700048

.055"/7000 Denier Flat Cable Filler

1,920

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.060

CF180048

.060"/#1800 Flat Cable Filler

1,800

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.063

CF160048

#1600 Flat Cable Filler

1,600

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.065

CF006548

.065" Flat Cable Filler

1,600

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.075

CF007548

.075" Flat Cable Filler

1,170

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.085

CF008518

.085" Flat Cable Filler

900

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.095

CF009518

.095" Flat Cable Filler

720

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.100

CF010018

.100" Flat Cable Filler

600

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.110

CF011018

.110" Flat Cable Filler

550

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.120

CF012018

.120" Flat Cable Filler

465

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.125

CF012548

.125" Flat Cable Filler

415

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.140

CF014018

.140" Flat Cable Filler

350

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.150

CF015018

.150" Flat Cable Filler

265

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.160

CF016018

.160" Flat Cable Filler

240

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.180

CF018018

.180"/U1000 Flat Cable Filler

220

10” or 12”

3.25”

 

Flame Retardant Cable Fillers

Diameter
(inches)

Code

Name 

Feet / lbs

Tube Size

Tube I.D.

0.045

CFF50048

.045"/5000 Denier FR Flat Cable Filler

2600

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.055

CF005548

.055" FR Flat Cable Filler

1920

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.065

CFF06548

.065" FR Flat Cable Filler

1400

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.075

CFF07548

.075" FR Flat Cable Filler

1170

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.085

CFF08518

.085" FR Flat Cable Filler

900

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.095

CFF09518

.095" FR Flat Cable Filler

735

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.100

CFF10018

.100" FR Flat Cable Filler

600

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.110

CFF11018

.110" FR Flat Cable Filler

550

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.120

CFF12018

.125" FR Flat Cable Filler

415

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.125

CFF12518

.125" FR Flat Cable Filler

415

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.140

CFF14018

.140" FR Flat Cable Filler

350

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.150

CFF15018

.150" FR Flat Cable Filler

270

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.160

CFF16018

.160" FR Flat Cable Filler

240

10” or 12”

3.25”

0.180

CFF18018

.180"FR Flat Cable Filler

220

10” or 12”

3.25”

Type

Code

Description

No. of Ends

Denier / End

Total Denier

Tensile (lbs)

Tube

Tube I.D.

Ball Wt.

Tubes / Skid

Colour

Monofilament Rope Yarn

MY3NAT60

4-End Mono Yarn

4

750

3000

35

12

3.25

9

60

Natural

Monofilament Rope Yarn

Various

10-End Mono Yarn

10

300

3000

35

12

3.25

11

60

Various

Monofilament Rope Yarn

Various

16-End Mono Yarn

16

188

3000

35

12

3.25

10

60

Various

Type

Code

Description

Packaging

Avg.
Tensile Strength

Avg.
Knot Strength

Feet / lbs

Weight / Carton

Length/ Carton

Colour

Twisted Monofilament Twine

PTM14000

M140 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

140

80

1000

9

9000

Blue/white

Twisted Monofilament Twine

PTM18000

M180 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

180

110

775

9

7000

Blue/white

Twisted Monofilament Twine

PTM24000

M240 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

240

140

583

9

5250

Blue/white

Twisted Monofilament Twine

PTM27500

M275 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

275

160

500

9

4500

Blue/white

Twisted Monofilament Twine

PTM80000

M800 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

800

450

160

9

1450

Blue/white

Type

Code

Description

Meters /KG

Weight / Ball

Meters / Ball

Feet / Ball

Balls / Skid

Colours

Tomato Twine

PI150060

P1500 Tomato Twine,
U.V. treated

1007

6.6

6600

21750

60

White, Green

Pepper Twine

PI200060

P2000 Pepper Twine,
U.V. treated

1344

5.7

7600

25000

60

White, Green

Grape Twine

RT200030

R2000 Grape Twine - 30 rolls per case

1344

0.5

610

2000

20

White

Type

Code

Description

Packaging

Avg.
Tensile Strength

Avg.
Knot Strength

Feet / lbs

Weight / Carton

Length/ Carton

Flat Ribbon Twine

RT039010

R390 Ribbon Twine

Center-pull carton

240

150

390

10

3900

Flat Ribbon Twine

RT090010

R900 Ribbon Twine

Center-pull carton

105

65

900

10

9000

Flat Ribbon Twine

RT120010

R1200 Ribbon Twine

Center-pull carton

80

50

1200

10

12000

Type

Code

Description

Packaging

Avg.
Tensile Strength

Avg.
Knot Strength

Feet / lbs

Weight / Carton

Length/ Carton

Baling Twine

TF015010

TF150 PlasBc Twine

Center-pull carton

750

450

150

10

1500

Baling Twine

TF030010

TF300 PlasBc Twine

Center-pull carton

400

240

300

10

3000

Baling & Pull Line

TF070010

TF700 PlasBc Twine

Center-pull carton

180

110

700

10

7000

Type

Code

Description

Packaging

Avg.
Tensile Strength

Avg.
Knot Strength

Feet / lbs

Weight / Carton

Length/ Carton

Twisted Twine

PT030012

P300 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

400

240

300

11

3300

Twisted Twine

PT045010

#450 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

275

160

450

10

4500

Twisted Twine

PT070010

#700 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

180

110

700

10

7000

Twisted Twine

PT090010

#900 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

140

85

900

10

9000

Twisted Twine

PT140010

#1400 Plastic Twine

Center-pull carton

90

50

1400

10

1400

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