Midwest Bale Ties

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In need of a durable and dependable stem or stump wire solution for your baling needs?

Stump and Stem Wire

Your quest ends with Midwest Bale Ties. We offer you exceptionally resilient stump wires that are designed to withstand high pressures and perform seamlessly with baler brands like American Baler, Marathon, International Baler, Sierra, Balemaster, and many others.
A staple in sectors spanning from recycling and agriculture to packaging and construction, our stem wires are offered in a variety of finishes, including black annealed, galvanized, or high-tensile galvanized. With thicknesses from 11-gauge to 16-gauge in black annealed and galvanized finishes, and 11-gauge and 12-gauge in high-tensile galvanized or XHT options, we cater to a wide spectrum of needs.
Our stumps, weighing between 1,100 pounds and 2,400 pounds, are subject to meticulous quality inspections before dispatch, reinforcing our commitment to excellence. With Midwest Bale Ties, you’re not just purchasing a product, you’re investing in an American-made, top-quality baling solution.
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Frequently used in single- or double-RAM bales and auto-tie balers, Midwest Bale Tie’s box wire comes in either a black annealed or galvanized finish and is offered in boxed coils of either 50 pounds or 100 pounds, in 10-gauge to 12-gauge, and 14.5-gauge (6,500 feet), commonly referred to as farmers wire/farm baler wire. Our 50-pound coils are available in 45 boxes or 54 boxes per pallet, and 100-pound coils are available in 36 boxes per pallet. Individual boxes and bulk quantities are available by request.

Where to Buy Stump and Stem Wire

If you want more information on our stump and stem wires or are ready to place an order, give us a call at 765-364-0113, visit us at 1200 E Wabash Ave, Crawfordsville, IN 47933, or contact us here!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The main difference between the two materials is their chemical composition and the amount of carbon each contains. Standard galvanized material has a carbon grade of 1005-1008 which yields a break strength of 500-800 lbs. Hi-tensile galvanized material has a carbon grade of 1060-1070 and yields a break strength of 1400-1900 lbs.
  • Stump dimensions will vary based upon finish and diameter of wire requested. We source product form a variety of domestic mills and each location uses unique stump based on their production system. The best way to avoid any confusion when initially ordering a stump would be to request specific dimensions up front and compare them to what your system is available to support. The standard stump dimensions would be 36”x48” with an inner diameter of 14”.
  • We offer three types of Stem and Stump wire:
Galvanized Stump Wire
  • Midwest Bale Ties stump wire is available in thicknesses ranging from 11-gauge to 16-gauge. Stump wire is typically used for larger commercial-size balers. The wire ships coiled around steel carriers, with a total stump weight of 1,200 pounds to 2,300 pounds, and each stump is inspected for quality before it leaves our facility.
Black Annealed Stump Wire
  • Typically used in larger commercial size balers or compactors, Midwest Bale Ties black annealed stump wire is heavily oiled and available in thicknesses ranging from 11-gauge to 16-gauge. The wire is coiled around hollow steel carriers, with a total package weight of 1,200 to 2,300 pounds.
Hi-tensile Galvanized Stump Wire
  • Midwest Bale Ties hi-tensile galvanized stump wire, also known as XHT wire or extra hi-tensile wire, comes in thicknesses of 11- or 12-gauge and is extremely rigid. Stump wire is shipped coiled around a hollow carrier, for a total stump weight of 1,200 to 2,300 pounds.

Galvanized Stump Wire

Midwest Bale Ties stump wire is available in thicknesses ranging from 9-gauge to 16-gauge. Stump wire is typically used for larger commercial-size balers. The wire ships coiled around steel carriers, with a total stump weight of 1,200 pounds to 2,300 pounds, and each stump is inspected for quality before it leaves our facility.

Black Annealed Stump Wire

Typically used in larger commercial size balers or compactors, Midwest Bale Ties black annealed stump wire is lightly oiled and available in thicknesses ranging from 11-gauge to 16-gauge. The wire is coiled around hollow steel carriers, with a total package weight of 1,200 to 2,300 pounds.

Hi-tensile Galvanized Stump Wire

Midwest Bale Ties hi-tensile galvanized stump wire, also known as XHT wire or extra hi-tensile wire, comes in thicknesses of 11- or 12-gauge and is extremely rigid. Stump wire is shipped coiled around a hollow carrier, for a total stump weight of 1,200 to 2,300 pounds.

INDUSTRIES

Recycling

Recycling

Within the recycling sector, we understand the pivotal role our bale ties play in your operations; therefore, we engineer our products to withstand the rigorous conditions, meeting your unique demands efficiently
Efficient Recycling

Building Materials

Building Materials

In the building materials industry, our wires are manufactured to exacting standards, providing the resilience and strength needed in construction applications, ensuring your materials are secure and safe.
Secure Materials

Facility Maintenance

Facility Maintenance

For facility management, we offer versatile bale ties that effortlessly adapt to diverse requirements, contributing to an organized, efficient, and clutter-free environment.
Organized Facilities

Agriculture

Agriculture

Recognizing the agriculture industry's unique needs, our bale wires are designed to provide the robust strength and durability required for efficient and secure baling operations.
Agriculture Operation

Waste Management

Waste Management

Our bale ties prove indispensable in the waste management sector, crafted to offer reliable, robust solutions for compacting and securing waste materials, making disposal and recycling processes more manageable.
Manage Waste

Packaging

Packaging

Addressing the unique challenges of the packaging industry, our bale ties ensure secure, tightly bound packaging, meeting stringent industry standards and facilitating smooth logistical operations.
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