Twines

Guelph Twines Ltd. has been providing commercial, industrial, and agricultural businesses throughout North America with a complete range of lightweight twines designed for optimal handling qualities and a wide range of applications.

Our twines are available in a wide range of sizes, formats, and strength categories to support the needs of industries from agriculture to recycling and manufacturing. With fast order fulfillment, consistent product quality, and responsive customer service, Guelph Twines helps streamline your operations and ensure secure bundling, tying, or baling performance every time.

Our Twines Product Line

Twisted Twine

Made from virgin polypropylene for maximum performance, our twisted twines are suitable for almost any application because of their strength, softness, lightweight, and excellent knotting characteristics. Our polypropylene twines are also resistant to moisture, mildew, and chemicals to ensure optimal performance.

Baling Twine

Our baling twines serve any company with a manual industrial baling machine, from supermarkets and big-box stores to pharmacies, office supply centers, hospitals, carton manufacturers, and more. Whether baling scrap metal, cardboard, or carpeting, our heavy-duty polypropylene twines are as strong as baling wire. Yet they’re easier to use, more economical, and safer.

Flat Ribbon Twine

Providing a broad bearing surface for safely securing sensitive items, our flat ribbon twine (particularly used by greenhouses in RASSPE tying machines) comes in four standard sizes to meet most businesses’ binding and shipping needs.

Greenhouse Twine

We help agricultural businesses thrive with a wide range of soft, uniform twines ideal for supporting greenhouse vegetables, including unique twines developed for tomatoes and peppers. Agricultural businesses also use our twines for nursery tree branch support, root ball tying, grape vine support, Christmas tree baling, and many other applications.

Christmas Tree Twine

Our Christmas tree twine is purpose-built to secure and transport fresh-cut trees with minimal damage. Designed to be strong and flexible, this twine holds up under tension while remaining easy to handle outdoors. It comes in various colours, making it simple for growers to match twine colour to tree size or price tier—an easy system for staff and customers alike. Whether bundling trees for transport or prepping them for retail, this twine is a practical and dependable choice for tree farms looking to streamline operations and protect their product.

Twisted Monofilament Twine

Our monofilament twines are made by twisting multiple ends of white polypropylene monofilament together to create a strong and durable twine. We then overlay the twisted lines with a thicker blue monofilament line, meant to hold the twine together in its twisted form. The result is a strong, uniform twine that can be used for various purposes.

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Twine Strength Ratings

Not all tying jobs require the same level of strength. We’ve categorized our twines into three strength levels based on average tensile strength. This helps you select the right twine for your application, whether bundling lightweight products or securing dense hay bales.

Best for:

- Auto-tying machines

- Soft packaging

- Tagging

Suggested Twine Product:

- Twisted Twine – #1400

- Flat Ribbon Twine – R1200

Best for:

- General bundling

- Securing goods on pallets

- Warehouse staging

Suggested Twine Product:

- Twisted Twine – #900, #700, #450

- Baling Twine – TF700

- Flat Ribbon Twine – R900, R390

- Twisted Monofilament Twine – M180, M240, M275

Best for:

- Baling

- Compacting recyclables

- Heavy bundling

Suggested Twine Product:

- Twisted Twine – P300

- Baling Twine – TF300

- Baling Twine – TF150

- Twisted Monofilament Twine – M800

Best for:

- Auto-tying machines

- Soft packaging

- Tagging

Suggested Twine Product:

- Twisted Twine – #1400

- Flat Ribbon Twine – R1200

Best for:

- General bundling

- Securing goods on pallets

- Warehouse staging

Suggested Twine Product:

- Twisted Twine – #900, #700, #450

- Baling Twine – TF700

- Flat Ribbon Twine – R900, R390

- Twisted Monofilament Twine – M180, M240, M275

Best for:

- Baling

- Compacting recyclables

- Heavy bundling

Suggested Twine Product:

- Twisted Twine – P300

- Baling Twine – TF300

- Baling Twine – TF150

- Twisted Monofilament Twine – M800

Twine Solutions for Every Job

Explore common usage scenarios below and determine which twine is best for your needs.

Product Bundling

Best Twine: Twisted Twine (P300, #450, #700)

Why: Strong, flexible, and easy to knot, our twisted polypropylene twine is ideal for bundling parts, tools, and fabricated materials in production lines and warehouses.

Temporary Fasteners

Best Twine: Twisted Twine

Why: Perfect for staging or temporarily securing hoses, tubing, components, or work-in-progress goods. It cuts easily and reduces handling time.

Pallet Bundling & Tagging

Best Twine: Twisted Twine or Flat Ribbon Twine (R390

Why: Great for short-term securing or labeling during internal transport. Flat ribbon minimizes damage to soft materials.

Cardboard & Paper BalingBest Twine: Baling Twine (TF150, TF300)

Why: Designed for high-tension baling. Holds compacted OCC and paper securely in vertical or horizontal balers like the Mil-tek HZT600.

Plastic Film & Bottle BalesBest Twine: Baling Twine (TF300, TF700)

Why: High knot strength and UV resistance—perfect for slippery or lightweight plastics. Compatible with auto and manual balers.

Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

Best Twine: Baling Twine (TF150, TF300)

Why: Safe, economical alternative to wire. Moisture-resistant and ideal for varied waste streams in MRFs.

Hay & Straw Baling

Best Twine: Baling Twine (TF150 for large bales, TF300 for medium)

Why: Moisture-resistant and strong enough for field use. Compatible with John Deere, Vermeer, and Massey Ferguson balers.

Crop Stabilization

Best Twine: Baling Twine (TF300, TF700)

Why: High knot strength and UV resistance—perfect for slippery or lightweight plastics. Compatible with auto and manual balers.

Vertical TrellisingBest Twine: Tomato/Pepper Twine (P1500, P2000)

Why: UV-stabilized, high-tensile support for tomatoes, cucumbers, and melons. Minimal stretch means strong season-long support.

Horizontal Netting

Best Twine: Greenhouse or Flat Ribbon Twine

Why: It supports heavier loads with a broader surface area and high visibility. It is excellent for beans, squash, and cantaloupe vines.

Plant Tying & Fruit Slings

Best Twine: Pepper Twine / Flat Ribbon Twine

Why: Gentle on stems, strong under load. Colour-coded options are available for crop management.

Christmas Tree Tying & Baling

Best Twine: Christmas Tree Twine (#1000 Extra Strength, #1400 Standard)

Why: Reliable bundling for fresh-cut trees during transit and retail display. Available in multiple colours for pricing categories.

Flat Ribbon in Tying Machines

Best Twine: Flat Ribbon Twine (R900, R1200)

Why: Used in automated tying systems (Rasspe RS51, RS2000, Akebono OB-360N). Smooth feeding, firm hold.

Monofilament Twine for Precision Jobs

Best Twine: Twisted Monofilament (M180–M800)

Why: Superior durability, abrasion resistance, and uniform profile. Great for use where extra control and performance are required.

FAQs

What is twine, and why is it used?

Twine is a lightweight, durable cord used for bundling, tying, supporting, or securing materials. It offers essential strength, flexibility, and ease of handling across agriculture, packaging, construction, and greenhouse applications.

How do I choose the right twine for my application?

The right twine depends on the task, environment, and required strength. Consider tensile strength, material type, and compatibility with tying equipment or balers for best results. Feel free to contact us to learn which twine will work best for your needs.

How do I choose between natural fiber and plastic twine?

Natural fiber twines like sisal are biodegradable and ideal for eco-conscious uses, however plastic twines, like polypropylene, offer superior strength, weather resistance, and longevity in demanding environments.

What types of applications typically use industrial or agricultural twines?

Guelph Twines’ products are used in hay baling, greenhouse crop support, waste and recycling baling, product bundling, and manufacturing logistics. Each twine type is engineered for its specific use case.

Are your twine products customizable to specific operational needs?

Yes. We offer custom twines by size, material, and strength rating to match your equipment and operational requirements while meeting relevant industry standards.

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Guelph Twines Ltd.

50 Crimea St.
Guelph, ON N1H 2Y6
Canada

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Type	Code	Description	Packaging	Carton	Weight (lbs) / carton	Avg. Tensile Strength (lbs)	Avg. Knot Strength (lbs)	Feet/ lbs	Length (feet) / Ball	Length (feet) / Carton
Christmas Tree Twine	PT10WH40	#1000 Extra Strength	Centre-pull balls	8 balls (5 lbs each) per carton	40	115	68	1,050	5,250	42,000
Christmas Tree Twine	PT14WH40	#1400 Standard (high yield)	Centre-pull balls	8 balls (5 lbs each) per carton	40	90	50	1,400	7,000	56,000

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 (lbs)	Avg. Knot Strength (lbs)	Feet / lbs	Weight/ Carton (lbs)	Length/ Carton (feet)
Twisted Monofilament Twine	PTM18000	M180 Plastic Twine	Centre-pull carton	180	110	775	9	7,000
Twisted Monofilament Twine	PTM24000	M240 Plastic Twine	Centre-pull carton	240	140	583	9	5,250
Twisted Monofilament Twine	PTM27500	M275 Plastic Twine	Centre-pull carton	275	160	500	9	4,500
Twisted Monofilament Twine	PTM80000	M800 Plastic Twine	Centre-pull carton	800	450	160	9	1,450

Type	Code	Description	Packaging	Weight / lbs	Meters / Ball	Feet / Ball	Balls / Skid
Tomato Twine	PI150060	P1500 Tomato Twine, U.V. treated	Centre-pull carton	14.55	5,900	19,400	60
Pepper Twine	PI200060	P2000 Pepper Twine, U.V. treated	Centre-pull carton	12.57	7,600	25,000	60
Grape Twine	RT200030	R2000 Grape Twine - 30 rolls per case	Centre-pull carton	1	610	2000	32

Type	Code	Description	Packaging	Avg. Tensile Strength (lbs)	Avg. Knot Strength (lbs)	Feet / lbs	Weight/ Carton (lbs)	Length/ Carton (feet)
Flat Ribbon Twine	RT039010	R390 Ribbon Twine	Centre-pull carton	240	150	390	10	3900
Flat Ribbon Twine	RT090010	R900 Ribbon Twine	Centre-pull carton	105	65	900	10	9000
Flat Ribbon Twine	RT120010	R1200 Ribbon Twine	Centre-pull carton	80	50	1200	10	12000