Why Use Net Replacement Film

Net replacement film effectively also acts as an ‘underlayer film’, which gives further support and strength to the outer wrapping films. The application of this product also adds a more consistent shape and finish to round bales, compared to bale netwrap, by producing more compressed and cylindrical bales. Also, it doesn’t have any weak spots, which can develop with netwrap if the main threads are broken or damaged with handling, causing the fodder to protrude or the bale to be misshapen. Bales wrapped in both net replacement film, as well as silage wrap film, result in tighter bales and offer additional strength to the overall integrity of the wrapped silage bales. These bales may also endure higher levels of handling and transport without damage, and therefore result in better quality silage feed.

The mantle film also covers the bale right to the edge and, with more film being used in the two-step process, it further protects and forms a more effective oxygen barrier for the valuable silage, thereby reducing air permeation into the wrapped and baled silage material. And with less air penetrating the wrapped bales, this means less mould, better fermentation and a better result in quality and quantity of protein being fed out. This process pays for itself by value adding, reducing the cost of ensiling and brings better value for your dollar overall.