The best wire gauge for baling cardboard depends on the type of baler and the size and weight of your cardboard bales. For horizontal balers, we recommend 11–13 gauge wire. For vertical balers, we recommend 12–14 gauge wire. For two-ram auto-tie balers, we recommend 10–12 gauge wire. Talk to your baler manufacturer, read your baler’s instruction manual, or talk to us to figure out the best baling wire for your machine.

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Choose a wire gauge based on the tensile strength and load strength requirements of your cardboard bales. Your wire's load strength should exceed the weight of the bale—we suggest going with a heavier-duty wire with a higher load strength if there is any uncertainty.

Wire gauge is inversely correlated to wire diameter. The larger the diameter, the lower the gauge, and vice versa.

Best cardboard bale wire

We carry several wire options for baling cardboard. The best wire type for baling cardboard will also depend on storage conditions and duration. Here are some of the best options:

• Single loop bale ties can be manually cut to different lengths to accommodate inconsistent bale sizes. They work with horizontal and vertical manual balers. We offer both black annealed and galvanized single loop bale ties. Galvanized bale ties offer enhanced abrasion resistance for baled recyclables that are often handled roughly.
• Double loop ties go in auto-tie balers and come in pre-cut lengths. The double loop configuration accelerates the tying process, increasing productivity.
• Black annealed wire feeds smoothly through high-volume automatic baling machines that are commonly used in cardboard recycling. The rust resistance of galvanized wire is not usually necessary since cardboard bales need to be stored in a dry environment.
• Galvanized wire is less commonly used for baling cardboard. But if your bales require long-term storage, galvanization offers increased resistance to rust and corrosion to keep bales safe and secure.

Benefits of recycling cardboard

Most types of cardboard are recyclable. Some of the benefits of recycling cardboard include:

• Conservation of natural resources
• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
• Reduced landfill waste
• Production of 50% less sulfur dioxide
• Job creation in collection, sorting, and processing
• Community engagement around environmental impact awareness

Trends in recycling and demand for sustainable practices are driving technological advancements in the field of cardboard recycling.

How is cardboard recycled?

The cardboard recycling process involves the following steps:

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1. Cardboard is collected from residential curbsides or at recycling drop-off points.
2. The cardboard is taken to a recycling facility or paper mill for processing.
3. The cardboard is separated from other recyclables such as plastic, metal, and paper.
4. The sorted cardboard is compressed into bales.
5. The bales are sent for repulping. Paper fibers are cleaned to remove contaminants.
6. New cardboard and paper products are made from recycled cardboard fibers.

Cardboard baling tips

5 Things to Consider When Selecting the Proper Baling Wire for Your Cardboard Baling

5 Things to Consider When Selecting the Proper Baling Wire for Your Cardboard Baling

Cardboard balers are designed to compact boxes, and other bulk cardboard materials into manageable bundles that can be recycled or disposed of. By eliminating the clutter, you can free up space as well as reduce fire hazards. However, selecting the proper baling wire is crucial for your cardboard baling. You want to make sure that baling wire can withstand the elements and keep them secure during transport. Cheap baling wire can save you money but in the long run, it may end up costing you more because of damage, breakage, and corrosion to your equipment. Therefore, always select high quality and reliable baling wire.

Following are 5 things to consider when selecting the proper baling wire for your cardboard baling:

1. Choose the Proper Type

Not all baling wires are the same. Furthermore, different baling machines require different types of baling wires. So, it is recommended that you figure out what type of wire you need for your cardboard baler. The manufacturers usually recommend a certain type of wire for the machine when you purchase the baler. So, all you need to do is read the instruction manual. However, if you have purchased a used baler, then you may not have the instruction manual. In that case, contact the seller and ask what type of wire they use in their machine. Never purchase a baling wire blindly.

2. Check the Gauge

The way a baling wire is made determines its quality; so, when you buy the baling wire, be sure to check the wire’s gauge. The gauge is basically the diameter and thickness of the wire. If the gauge is smaller and the wire is weak, it will snap under pressure, causing the compressed material to expand. So, do your research before making your purchase. You can expect baling wires from renowned companies to be of good quality.

3. Check the Tensile Strength

The tensile strength is the ability of the baling wire to withstand pressure and tension. Compressed materials want to expand back to their original size when they are tied together. It is the job of the baling wire to endure considerable amount of pressure and keep the materials compressed. So, the correct tensile strength is crucial as it keeps the materials compressed and also ensures that the shape of the materials is maintained.

4. The Wire Ties Must Have the Right Balance

If you are buying single-loop or double-loop baling wire, then make sure that the wire ties have the right balance between being malleable enough to allow them to be tied tightly by hand and being stiff enough to allow you to easily push them through the slots.

5. Make Sure it is Twisted Properly (for Single Loop Bale Ties)

Single-loop bale ties contain several twists that create the loop. If the loop is not twisted properly, then they can become unraveled once the wire is under pressure. So, make sure that the wire is twisted properly. The loop size must also be consistent.

Contact us to discuss your requirements of hay baling wire. Our experienced sales team can help you identify the options that best suit your needs.