The different rope types and which is right for you
Ropes have been an essential tool for mankind for thousands of years, serving various purposes across different disciplines. Whether you are engaging in outdoor adventures or simple household tasks, selecting the right type of rope can greatly impact the safety and effectiveness of your endeavours. The difference between natural and synthetic fibres Natural rope materials include those such as manila, hemp and cotton, which have been used for centuries due to their strength, flexibility and traditional appeal. These days, natural rope is...
Choosing the right mesh size for your needs
What does Mesh Size mean? Mesh size refers to the opening or gap between the individual strands of fibres that make up a net. Naturally, depending on your specific requirements, you will need to consider the most appropriate mesh size for you. But the big question is, how do you determine exactly which size is best? Factors to consider when choosing your mesh size The first step is to determine the primary purpose of the net. Climbing nets, for example, should have a...
Answering Your Football Net Questions
The beautiful game deserves a durable, weatherproof and expertly constructed net from Renco Nets. The goalposts are the crowning glory of your pitch and need to withstand goals. They also have the added practicality of stopping the ball. Step forward Renco Nets’ Braided Polyethylene Netting. We’re often asked key questions about this vital sports netting. As recommended sport net manufacturers, we wanted to give our perspective on the sourcing of new netting for your leisure centre, school, club or garden goal. What...
The Handy Guide to Climbing Ropes
Whether taking up the challenge at your local indoor climbing centre or attempting to scale the Scottish Cairngorms, you should have the assurance of strong and supportive climbing ropes. Such ropes should have undergone stringent safety testing and be considered entirely suitable for your purposes. If you’re in any doubt as to the best choice of climbing rope then you should check out the handy guidance in this blog. Types of climbing ropes There are two main categories of climbing ropes -...
5 unique uses for rope you might not have thought of
Rope is an incredibly versatile material that can be utilised in countless different ways. You have probably used rope yourself for binding materials together, or perhaps you had to climb one in school, used one for skipping, or have been supported by one in outdoor activities such as caving. However, rope can also be – and is – used in a number of other ways that you might not even be aware of. For Cultural Ceremonies Some cultures and religions use...
Interesting and fun facts about ropes and netting
Both ropes and nets are something you likely don’t think about that often in your day to day lives, but each has a fascinating history and endless uses. For example, did you know… 8 Fun Facts about Ropes and Nets The world’s longest rope was made in 2013 in The Netherlands, measuring 5,440 meters in length. It was used in an attempt to break the world record for largest skipping rope. In 2017, a group of researchers from MIT created a...
Why we are so passionate about nets, and what makes us unique as a company
Who We Are Renco Nets is one of the UK’s most versatile manufacturers of tailor-made nets and netting solutions. For more than 25 years our nets and netting have been used across the UK and abroad, providing durable and effective solutions for a number of industries. At Renco Nets, we understand the importance of high-quality netting and ropes for a range of practical applications. If you are purchasing a net for fishing, it must be strong enough to ensure the fish cannot...
The history of different rope uses from ancient times to the modern day
Rope as a material has been used by humans for a variety of purposes for as long as we can remember, and has played an important role in our history as a developing race. The Prehistoric Uses of Rope You can date the earliest evidence of rope-making back to over 25,000 years ago, to the Paleolithic period. Archeologists have uncovered pieces of rope made from plant fibres such as hemp and flax at ancient sites around the world. These early versions of...