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Annealed Wire vs Galvanized Wire: Which is Right for You?

It’s important to know which kind of wire to use with your baler. The two most common types of wire used for bale ties are annealed wire and galvanized wire. Each has different traits, strengths, and weaknesses, and knowing these...

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What Types of Cardboard Can Be Used in a Baler?

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
What Types of Cardboard Can Be Used in a Baler?

No matter the type of business you work in, you likely see heavy use of cardboard and OCC (Old Corrugated Cardboard) —the material is perfect for all packaging and shipping needs. However, there are various types of cardboard, and being...

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Baler Maintenance Checklist

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
Baler Maintenance Checklist

Balers often play key roles in many business’ operations. As a strong, efficient machine, they improve waste management by making materials compact, easy to store, and simple to transport. To ensure your business doesn’t run into any issues with your...

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Shop Ceiling Wire from Vulcan Wire

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
Shop Ceiling Wire from Vulcan Wire

When you want to purchase a product that lasts, you have to know the reputation of the company. Here at Vulcan Wire, we have built a reputation that sets us apart from our competitors. We’re a leader in the steel...

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Essential Types of Baling Wire

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
Essential Types of Baling Wire

Vulcan Wire is a leading provider of baling wire. This product is used to secure everything from paper to rebar, and there are essential types of baling wire that are necessary for specific tasks. Our team is ready to help...

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What is Metal Strapping?

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
What is Metal Strapping?

If you need to ship large items or keep heavy objects contained on a pallet, metal strapping is your best solution. Most commonly made with steel, this product is also referred to as steel strapping or banding. At Vulcan Wire,...

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What the Best Baling Wire Suppliers Do Differently

It’s not hard to find baling wire—there are countless companies that sell it and would be happy to take your business. It’s important to note, however, that not all suppliers are created equal. At Vulcan Wire, we take pride in...

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How to Band a Pallet

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
How to Band a Pallet

Banding your pallets properly is a key step in shipping goods safely from one place to another. While knowing how to band a pallet is not the hardest task in a warehouse, there are a few ways in which it...

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Vulcan’s Founder, Alice Combs

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
Vulcan’s Founder, Alice Combs

Believe it or not, Vulcan Wire was founded in 1975 by a single mother, Alice, who knew nothing about baler wire. She didn’t even know recyclables were baled until a few days before she made her first wire sale. And...

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Galvanized Wire Products from Vulcan

January 1, 1970 | Vulcan, Inc.
Galvanized Wire Products from Vulcan

Choosing galvanized wire over standard steel wire offers several performance benefits. For instance, the galvanizing process adds durability to the wire, so you can trust it to hold up even during long, difficult jobs. Galvanization also helps the wire to...

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Your Big Guide to Recycling Baler Machines

Your Big Guide to Recycling Baler Machines

Let's talk about recycling balers, the unsung heroes of organized recycling! Whether you've got one or are considering it, these machines are key for efficient operations and keeping things eco-friendly.   ...

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How Big Box Stores Can Win with Baling

How Big Box Stores Can Win with Baling

Big box retailers move incredible amounts of merchandise, which translates to a mountain of cardboard and packaging waste. Baling offers a smart solution to transform that waste into manageable volumes,...

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How Can a Baler Benefit Your Warehouse?

How Can a Baler Benefit Your Warehouse?

The warehouse industry faces three challenges: efficiency, space, and sustainability. Attention to these three things keeps customers, workers, and shareholders happy. One piece of equipment that can help warehouses achieve...

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A Guide to a Sustainable Grocery Store Strategy

A Guide to a Sustainable Grocery Store Strategy

In the corridors of your nearby grocery store, every product and shelf share a story of its voyage, tracing from where it was farmed to where it's consumed and from...

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Trends in Recycling for 2024 & Vulcan Wire’s Role

Trends in Recycling for 2024 & Vulcan Wire’s Role

As we stand on the brink of 2024, the recycling industry continues to improve the world with technological advances, changing laws, and a global call for sustainable practices. Here's an...

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The Benefits of Using High-Quality Baling Wire

The Benefits of Using High-Quality Baling Wire

Vulcan Wire knows the importance of high-quality baling wire and how it can impact businesses and even the planet. Choosing the right wire can have a massive impact on safety,...

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A Guide to Galvanized Wire Manufacturing

A Guide to Galvanized Wire Manufacturing

When it comes to recycling, galvanized wire stands out as a material that is great. Let’s understand the multifaceted process of galvanized wire manufacturing and uncover why Vulcan Wire offers...

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Is Galvanized Wire The Same as Baling Wire?

Is Galvanized Wire The Same as Baling Wire?

Amassing and stacking cardboard is difficult and can be a danger to everyone involved if the equipment used is low quality and incorrect. If you're in the recycling game, you...

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What is the Strongest Strapping Material?

What is the Strongest Strapping Material?

In the fast-paced world of recycling, the challenges are as real as the ticking clock. You're not just moving materials—you're stewarding them through a life cycle that's as eco-friendly as...

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How to Choose Galvanized Wire by Gauges?

How to Choose Galvanized Wire by Gauges?

People often get tangled in the nuances when considering the myriad factors for the right wire gauge sizes. One aspect that stands out and requires special attention is the wire...

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Get the right size bale tie for your baler.

Not all bales are created equal. Some bales are big or small. Some bales expand or shrink. If you recycle paper, plastic, or metal, VULCAN WIRE will help you choose the appropriate gauge and length bale tie or auto tie wire specific to your baler needs. Call us today for a free quote.

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Alice Combs, Founder

In the 1970’s Alice rose from a divorced mother on Food Stamps to a successful entrepreneur. After an employer stated, “you’re not corporate material,” my initial ignorance, and business mistakes, I founded a now healthy $10 million annual sales corporation.

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