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What is elastic twine?
While many elastic twines on the market are not suitable for cooking, Greenflex elastic twines are specifically tested for food contact and oven use under defined conditions. The string has no effect on the taste or color of the meat. The thread can withstand temperatures up to 240°C.
Our range of elastic twine was made to make life easier for you and your tying machine. Because of the conical shape, it suits perfectly into the most renowned twine tunnels. Our elastic cord is available in different sizes, strengths, colors and materials.
Different types of elastic twine
At Greenflex we distinguish our elastic twines based on their number of rubber cores. There are three different kinds of cores. Each of these types have a different force and elongation. Additionally, our elastic twine can be tailor-made using different types of spools depending on your production process.
1-core
- Force: 1 rubber core
- Elongation: 135% - 140% - 160%
- Yarn: polyester
- Color: white or red/white
- Packaging: cone or tube
2-core
- Force: 2 rubber cores
- Elongation: 160% - 210%
- Yarn: polyester
- Color: white
- Packaging: cone or tube
3-core
- Force: 3 rubber cores
- Elongation: 100%
- Yarn: polyester
- Color: wit
- Packaging: cone or tube
How to use elastic twine manually?
2. Cut a long piece of string and wrap it around the meat, tying it. To make a parallel loop, direct the string over the meat, hold it in place, and then guide the rest of the string under the meat.
3. Repeat until the entire piece of meat is knotted. Turn it over and knot the string around the back. Remove any unnecessary string.
Elastic twine machine
The tunnel ensures that material flows continuously. To be thoroughly knotted, even long rolled roasts do not need to be rotated. The knotting after each tie enables for simple roll roast portioning without the thread falling free.
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Technical note
Oven safety depends on material composition, additives, and testing conditions. Not all elastic or rubber twines are suitable for cooking. Greenflex elastic twines are tested for food contact and oven use within specified temperature limits. Always follow product-specific specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you put elastic twine in the oven?
Yes, elastic twine can be used in the oven if it has been specifically tested and approved for food-contact and heat exposure.
Greenflex elastic twines are tested for oven use under controlled conditions and comply with applicable food-contact regulations.
Can string go in the oven?
Only food-grade string that has been tested for heat resistance should be used in the oven. Standard household string or untested elastic string may not be suitable for cooking applications.
What string can you put in the oven?
Oven-safe options include:
- Tested elastic butcher’s twine, such as Greenflex elastic twines
- Butcher’s twine designed for cooking
In all cases, the string must be food-grade and tested for the intended temperature range.
