A material suited to real-world use constraints
Choosing the right material is a key factor in designing a durable, safe, high-performance hay net. At Feelnets, polyester has proven to be the most reliable technical solution after analyzing real-world use constraints. A hay net is generally left in place permanently, outdoors, in a paddock or in an open stall. It is exposed for long periods to UV rays, moisture, saliva, temperature changes, and repeated friction from horses feeding.
Superior resistance to aging and UV
In this context, some materials, such as polypropylene, have significant limitations. Sensitive to UV, this material gradually loses its mechanical properties, becomes rough and brittle, and its strength decreases over time, which greatly reduces its lifespan, with the risk that equines may ingest it. As it becomes rough, it cuts the whiskers and can cause injuries around the mouths of equines. Polyester, on the other hand, offers excellent resistance to weathering and retains its mechanical performance even with continuous outdoor exposure. Polyester netting does not shrink and remains soft, even after several years of use.
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Typical defect of a net made from polyamide or polypropylene.
Compatibility with hay processing machines
Feelnets hay nets are also designed to withstand hay processing machines, including Haygain-type steaming systems https://www.acheval.fr/fr/boutique/categories-72/equipements-sante-75/purificateurs-foin-haygain-83/pics-diffusion-165/. This equipment subjects materials to repeated cycles of intense moisture, high heat, and condensation—conditions that are particularly demanding for textile fibers. Thanks to its thermal stability and low sensitivity to hydrolysis, polyester retains its mechanical strength and shape even after many treatment cycles. Unlike some materials that warp, stretch, or become brittle under the combined effects of heat and moisture, Feelnets nets maintain their structural integrity, ensuring long-lasting, safe use in modern hay preparation protocols.
Durability, safety, and everyday performance
Finally, its good abrasion resistance ensures optimal hold up against daily friction from teeth, hay, and surrounding structures. This robustness contributes to the animal’s safety while extending the product’s service life. By choosing polyester, Feelnets is opting for a material that balances durability, stability, and safety, meeting users’ practical requirements as well as the horses’ well-being.