The Prothec Pliers Tie and Cut automatically. It is simple, strong, and fast, and can be operated in all weather conditions.


THE PROTHEC TIE IS A UNIQUE 1/2/3 WIRES-DEGRADABLE PRODUCT

Width

8 mm

Length

in spool of 350 m

Colors

Beige (2 wires) for a 6 to 8 month duration	Green (3 wires) for an 8-10 month duration
Brown (2 reinforced wires) for 18-24 month duration	Black (3 galvanized wires) for a 36+ month duration
Bio Tie (3 reinforced wires) for 8-10 month duration for organic growers. Transforms into compost after 1 season

The PROTHEC System is a unique, patented system consisting of the Prothec pliers and the degradable Prothec ties. The Prothec system protects vines, simplifies pruning and reduces operating costs. The unique design of the Prothec tie combines large width and expandable embossed finish, which prevents girdling and other plant damage for any kinds of plants (vines, orchards, vegetables, fruits).The Prothec system allows growers to quickly secure vines to trellis wires by twisting and cutting the expandable tying material in one quick action.Depending upon the job undertaken, the grower has 4 different grades of tying material from which to choose.

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the Prothec System

Stretchable Hand Ties
The Prothec (CEP) Stretchable Ties


	The CEP stretchable tie is made of Polyethylene treated with a UV stabiliser designed especially for holding the vine stock on the training system or the training system used for fruit trees.Thanks to its width and exceptional elasticity, it prevents damage caused by strangling the plant and it features a notched surface and solid casing to ensure strong and durable knotting. It is also suitable for training young plants, lasting for a minimum of 5 years.

Specs:	Width: 8 mm
	Length: Comes in spools of 100 m and 200 m with external uncoiling
	*Elasticity:* 400%

Specs:	Width: 8 mm
	Length: Comes in spools of 100 m and 200 m with external uncoiling
	*Elasticity:* 400%

The CEP lasts a minimum of 5 years

In addition to the above product, we've added a "light" version of the original CEP stretchable tie. The new spooled CEP product, called CEP/light is 200 meters per spool, and is half the weight of the original CEP product. All other specs are identical to the original CEP.

The Prothec (CEP) Pre-cut Stretchable Ties

Available in standard and light grades, CEP is a long lasting stretchable tie, capable of stretching 4 times its original length. Ideal for training trunks and cordons of established vines. CEP is now available in pre-cut lengths of 11.5".

Length: 11.5" long
Longevity: 10 yrs. or longer
Bundle Qty: 400 pieces

Prothec (CEP) in Comparison with Twine

Due to the long life of CEP, vines do not need to be retied every year. Therefore, a cost savings is obtained every year following the initial application. Twine's lifespan is short, requiring an investment year after year in both materials and labor. The accompanying chart clearly illustrates the cost saving when using CEP compared to twine.

	Twine	CEP
Amount:	12,000 ties	12,000 ties
Purchase:	13.13 rolls at $ 8.35 = $ 109.67	26.4 rolls at $ 8.50 = $ 224.40
Labor:	( 2000 ties / day ) = $ 576.00 6 days * 8 hours * $ 12 / hour	( 2000 ties / day ) = $ 576.00 6 days * 8 hours * $ 12 / hour
Over 4 Years:	Year 1 - $ 685.67 Year 2 - $ 685.67 Year 3 - $ 685.67 Year 4 - $ 685.67	Year 1 - $ 800.40 Year 2 - $ 0.00 Year 3 - $ 0.00 Year 4 - $ 0.00
Total:	$ 2742.69	$ 800.40
Savings:		71 %

Tubular
Stretch Ties

Pre-cut
Tube Fix

Ribbon
Tie

Tubular Stretch Ties
available sizes:
2.5mm x 200 meter
3.0mm x 142 meter
3.5mm x 130 meter
4.5mm x 100 meters

Available sizes:
3.00mm x 21cm
3.00mm x 25 cm

All bundles are 1/2 kgs.

long lasting
(lasts 4-5 years)
stretches to prevent girdling
ideal for tying trunks and cordons

Attributes of ALL Stretchable ties:

Stretches to reduce the threat of girdling
No tools required
Fast and easy to use

TRELLISTRIP - 10" TRELLISING STRIPS

Grape growers in South Africa have known about the cost savings and performance advantages of Trellistrip for years. Now growers around the world are discovering Trellistrip as well and are reducing their overall vine training costs.

Trellistrip is a recently developed, pre-cut agricultural strip ideal for staking or tying trees and trellising vines.
Trellistrip is formulated to stretch and hold as your trees and vines grow.
Trellistrip has outstanding strength, stretch and resilience once tied.
Trellistrip does not need to be retied again and therefore saves both time and labour.
Trellistrip is easy to tie and is an alternative to Tape Gun tape.

SoftLok Ties	The Prothec Twist Ties
SOFT, pliable adjustable chain lok Gentle on vines, trees, etc.... Reusable, UV stabilized 250 feet per roll	Length: 3/8" wide x 15 cm 3/8" wide to prevent girdling Completely disintegrates within 12 months Available with 2 or 3 fine wire strands Reinforcement wires are crimped to allow for some expansion