18" Unpainted Clamp Rings

These rings are made as follows:
1. For each ring a round, butt-welded, steel wire circle is formed.
2. The wire size for these rings increases for the larger sizes for needed strength.
3. Wire horseshoe clamps are welded around each ring at three inch intervals.
These clamps are larger for the larger sized rings. Automatic welders are used to insure uniformity in the welds.

Clamp rings are the most widely used in this country. They are easy to use and use fewer tips than most other methods. The uniform size and number of clamps per ring create uniformity in construction. Although the ring is more costly than a crimped ring, the savings in labor and greens will more than offset this cost.

The only things needed are a clamp machine, rings and greens. The greens should be formed into uniform sized bunches. When a bunch is placed on one clamp and clamped tight, the stems should extend into the next clamp to be filled, this adds stability. The clamps should be filled and clamped tight in succession around the ring until finished.

The outside diameter of the finished wreath should be 22" to 26".