A millet broom is one of the best 'green' tools for cleaning an industrial facility since it is made from natural materials — millet grass and wood. However, one characteristic that sets millet brooms apart from other industrial sweepers is the ties. Notably, the ties on millet brooms refer to the number of fibre strands used to hold the grass bristles together. Notably, some millet brooms have more ties than others, and for good reasons. This article highlights how the number of ties affects millet broom usage.

Trapping Dust and Dirt

One of the most significant benefits of using a millet broom to sweep an industrial facility floor is its ability to trap dust and debris between the grass bristles. It is essential when sweeping indoor spaces where dust can affect air quality. However, the amount of dust or dirt a millet broom can hold depends on the number of ties. Millet brooms with more ties tend to capture less dust, making them ideal for outdoor sweeping tasks. The reason is that most of the bristles are held tightly together, making it difficult to catch and release debris when necessary. On the other hand, millet brooms with few ties lock in more dust and debris, making them ideal for indoor sweeping.

Broom Strength

Millet brooms also have varying strengths, thanks to the different number of ties used on them. Typically, millet brooms with six or more ties tend to last longer because the bristles are more compact, allowing them to work as a unit to push heavy debris easily. The rigidity on the bristles makes millet brooms with numerous ties perfect for sweeping exterior spaces such as lawns. The bristles on millet brooms with fewer ties are not as firm because their entire lengths move freely rather than being held as a unit. Thus, it makes the bristles very flexible and less appropriate for outdoor sweeping. Highly flexible bristles are only suitable for indoor use since less dirt is involved.

Broom Storage

The storage technique of millet brooms determines how well they perform and how long they last. Ideally, millet brooms should be stored lying down or upright with the bristle facing up. However, you can occasionally store millet brooms with many ties with the bristles facing down. Notably, the numerous ties create a rigid unit that prevents the strands from bending under a broom's weight. Conversely, you should never store a millet broom with few ties upright because the individual bristles will bend excessively and shorten service life.