XES BALE NETS
XES® DualBond Net Wrap
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What will XES cost you per bale?
Your inputs, your numbers — see if XES actually saves you money.
How is this calculated?
Wrap consumed per bale (ft) = π × diameter × wraps. Net wrap covers the cylindrical surface of the bale, so each wrap is one circumference (π × diameter).
Bales per roll = roll length ÷ wrap-per-bale. Cost per bale = roll price ÷ bales per roll.
We use the standard width × diameter bale-size convention from Texas A&M Extension (Banta, 2022).
XES recommends 2.5–3 wraps per bale on our patented knit. This calculator uses 3 wraps conservatively.
Your actual mileage depends on baler tension, bale density, forage species, and storage conditions. This tool is for estimation only.
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XES® DualBond — A New Kind of Bale Net Wrap
Strands twice as wide. Thermally bonded. No knit, no loops, no shedding.
DualBond is a patented non-woven bale net wrap. Two HDPE strands, each roughly 2× the width of a knitted thread, fused at every cross point.
Three ways DualBond is built for the field
EASY TO LOAD
Lighter rolls, one-person change. 54–58 lb — no two-person swaps, no back strain.
EASY TO BALE
Smooth feed, clean cut. Non-woven grid feeds the knife clean. Same 3 wraps per bale as your current netwrap.
EASY ON THE BALE
No loose ends in your hay. Knitted wrap sheds frayed fiber into hay, then your cow. DualBond is thermal-bonded — nothing to fray.
DualBond vs. Traditional Knitted
| XES DualBond | Knitted Netwrap | |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | Patented non-woven thermal-bonded grid | Knit loops & joints |
| Strand width | 4 mm — full structural strand | ~2 mm thin threads |
| Roll weight (48″ × 9,840′) |
55 lb — one-person change | 70–85 lb |
| Frayed fiber | None — nothing to fray | Loose ends shed into hay |
| Plastic per bale | Less — wider strands, no redundant loops | More — weight tied up in the knit |
| UV resistance | Stronger — more stabilizer per sq. ft of exposed strand | Less stabilizer per sq. ft |
Why heavier isn't stronger
⚠ A heavier knitted roll isn't more strength.
It's redundant knit loops, thin threads, and waste fiber — with real costs: two-person swaps, more plastic in your feed, higher freight passed back to you. DualBond puts the strength in the strand: 20% lighter, with all of the weight doing structural work.
What you get with DualBond
- Quick to load — lighter rolls, no helper, no back strain.
- Smooth feed — non-woven cuts clean at the knife.
- Clean release — pulls off in one piece, even frozen.
- No frayed fiber — nothing to fray.
- Stronger UV per sq. ft — more stabilizer per exposed strand. 12 months minimum.
- Less plastic per bale — wider strands, fewer of them.
Specifications
| Construction | Patented non-woven thermal-bonded grid |
| Material | HDPE (high-density polyethylene) |
| Strand width | 4 mm — ~2× the width of standard knitted threads |
| UV resistance | 12 months minimum — DIN EN ISO 4892-2 |
| Wraps per bale | Silage 2–2.5 · Hay 2.5–3 · Straw 3–4 |
| Works with | Hay, straw, silage, maize, heavy materials |
| Roll weight | 48″×9,840′ = 55 lb · 51″×9,840′ = 58 lb · 64″×7,000′ = 54 lb · 67″×7,000′ = 57 lb |
| Certification | DLG #7439 · ISO 9001 |
Want the full DualBond story? See the patented design, side-by-side comparison, and field photos on the DualBond page →
DualBond is a patented design manufactured exclusively for XES Netting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will this net wrap work with my baler?
Yes. XES Extreme Net Wrap is compatible with all major round baler brands, including:
- John Deere - 450, 460, 550, 560, 569 series
- New Holland - 450, 460, Roll-Belt series
- Vermeer - 504, 605, Rebel series
- Case IH - RB series
- Claas - Rollant, Variant series
- Krone - Comprima, Fortima series
- Massey Ferguson - RB series
- Kuhn - VB, FB series
Not sure about your baler? Use our Baler Size Checker.
How many times should I wrap the net around each bale?
We recommend
- Silage 2–2.5
- Hay 2.5–3
- Straw 3–4
Drier, lower-cohesion crops like straw need more wraps to hold their shape, and longer outdoor storage pushes you toward the high end.
How strong is XES net wrap? Will my bales blow out?
Independently lab-tested, our patented warp-inserted knitted chain structure with reinforced threads handles heavy, wet, and irregular bales without tearing.
Customers consistently report tighter, cleaner bales after switching to XES.
"Wrap works excellent down to two and a half wraps per bale from four on previous brand of wrap. Very satisfied." - B.N., verified buyer
Lower wraps per bale = more bales per roll = lower cost per bale.
Do you offer a warranty or satisfaction guarantee?
Yes. We stand behind every roll. Our warranty covers a minimum of 12 months of UV resistance - your bales stay protected from summer harvest through winter feeding.
If you encounter any quality defects during baling or storage, send us photos and we will analyze the issue and make it right. We also guarantee the exact length on every roll - you will never come up short.
How well does XES hold up stored outside through winter?
Our 12-month UV warranty is the floor, not the ceiling. Customer reports consistently exceed it.
"Holding up well at high elevation extreme climate and UV exposure." - M.S., verified buyer
"Using Extreme netwrap for 2 years now without any issues." - R.H., verified buyer
Our patented HDPE knit is designed for outdoor storage from harvest through winter feeding season.
How long does shipping take and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to the continental US. All orders ship from our California warehouse and most deliveries arrive within 5-7 business days.
For multiple roll orders, deliveries may arrive on different days due to courier schedules - please allow 1-2 extra days for all rolls to arrive.
Need it by a certain date for haying season? Contact us and we will do our best to accommodate.
Do you offer bulk or pallet pricing?
Yes. We offer pallets of 16 or 20 rolls with discounted pricing and free freight delivery direct to your farm or ranch.
Check our pallet product page for current pricing, or email us for a custom quote on larger orders.