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A '''twist tie''' is a [[metal]] [[wire]] that is encased in a thin strip of [[paper]] or [[plastic]] and is used to tie the openings of bags, such as [[garbage bag]]s or [[bread bag]]s. It is also called '''garden wire'''. A twist tie is used by wrapping it around the item to be fastened, then twisting the ends together (thus the name). They are often included with boxes of [[plastic bag|plastic food bag]]s or [[trash bag]]s, and are commonly available individually in pre-cut lengths, on large spools, or in perforated sheets called gangs. |
A '''twist tie''' is a [[metal]] [[wire]] that is encased in a thin strip of [[paper]] or [[plastic]] and is used to tie the openings of bags, such as [[garbage bag]]s or [[bread bag]]s. It is also called '''garden wire'''. A twist tie is used by wrapping it around the item to be fastened, then twisting the ends together (thus the name). They are often included with boxes of [[plastic bag|plastic food bag]]s or [[trash bag]]s, and are commonly available individually in pre-cut lengths, on large spools, or in perforated sheets called gangs. |
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Revision as of 12:13, 7 September 2017
A twist tie is a metal wire that is encased in a thin strip of paper or plastic and is used to tie the openings of bags, such as garbage bags or bread bags. It is also called garden wire. A twist tie is used by wrapping it around the item to be fastened, then twisting the ends together (thus the name). They are often included with boxes of plastic food bags or trash bags, and are commonly available individually in pre-cut lengths, on large spools, or in perforated sheets called gangs.
The outer covering can be in a variety of colors with or without printing. Plain paper, metallic paper, plastic, poly, or custom.[1] coatings are popular for different applications. The plastic, poly, or metallic paper twist ties withstand water better than the uncoated paper versions. Different sizes and strengths are used for different applications, from a small closure for a bag of bread to a large, heavy tie to hold unwieldy garden hoses in place. A twist tie with a broad paper covering may also be used for labeling.
References
- ^ http://www.andfel.com/what-custom-printed-cable-ties-i-17-l-en.html Retrieved April 1, 2011.
