ABB Introduces Ty-Rap® TyGenic™ Antimicrobial, Detectable Cable Ties in Canada
November 19, 2025
- ABB’s Ty-Rap® TyGenic™ cable ties are the industry’s first two-piece cable tie that is both antimicrobial* and detectable
- Over 99 percent effective against a broad spectrum of microorganisms and detectable by x-ray, visual and metal detection systems
- Helps protect against costly contamination and waste in food and beverage and pharmaceutical processing, healthcare and hygiene-critical locations
ABB is expanding availability of its Ty-Rap® TyGenic™ antimicrobial detectable cable ties to Canada. The industry’s first two-piece cable ties help reduce the risk of contamination in environments where cleanliness and detection are essential such as food and beverage processing, healthcare and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
ABB’s Ty-Rap® cable ties safely secure everything from electrical cords and equipment to hoses, wires and more. Tested to be over 99 percent effective at inhibiting microbial growth, their Ty-Rap TyGenic antimicrobial detectable cable ties help protect against a broad range of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, protozoans, and fungi like mold and mildew. Molded from an FDA and EU food contact-approved, halogen-free nylon resin blend, Ty-Rap TyGenic cable ties complement cleaning protocols and help resist microbes from adhering and replicating on its surface.
To further combat contamination, Ty-Rap TyGenic cable ties combine antimicrobial properties with detectable particles and a deep blue colour for easy three-way identification via x-ray, metal and visual detection systems. Designed for operating environments up to 85 °C (185 °F), ABB’s Ty-Rap TyGenic cable ties have the Grip of Steel™ stainless steel locking device for proven fastening performance in commercial and household use.
“At ABB, we help protect lives by improving safety and reliability in production and healthcare settings. Our customers use Ty-Rap TyGenic cable ties for greater peace of mind without compromising cleanliness, safety or performance of their operations,” said Leila Sedighi, Vice-President Product and Marketing, Canada, ABB Installation Products.
The Ty-Rap® TyGenic™ antimicrobial detectable cable ties are available in four sizes and meet required industry safety standards. They are now available to customers through ABB’s distribution network across Canada.
*Note: Ty-Rap® TyGenic™ antimicrobial detectable cable ties provide no antimicrobial inhibitory activity beyond protection of the cable ties themselves.
Building on its long history of pioneering in electrification, ABB’s Installation Products Division creates solutions to safely connect and protect electrical systems that power businesses, cities, homes, and transportation. With more than 200,000 products under 40 premium brand names, ABB Installation Products Division, formerly Thomas & Betts, solutions are found wherever electricity is used around the world and in space.
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