The Fence Post

Be Wary of Weld Points

You want to put up a wire mesh fence. Which one should you choose? There are so many different types of fencing materials available. The fence's function, the task you want it to perform, will be a large determining factor in the selection process. Factors that will impact the functioning of your fence:

• Wire gauge
• Mesh opening size
• Height

With few exceptions, wire fences have either a galvanized or a vinyl-coated finish. Usually, the vinyl is applied to the previously galvanized wire. The important question is whether the wire mesh under the vinyl coating is galvanized before it's welded, or if the mesh is galvanized after it is welded. Why is this important?

When galvanized wire is welded into a mesh, the protective zinc is burned off at the weld points where the wires intersect. This leaves the wires unprotected, exposed to both the air and any corrosive elements that may come in contact with them. Moisture tends to concentrate in these areas. One way to protect the wires from this threat is to vinyl coat them.

Hot-dipped

To get the highest quality protection from rust and corrosion a thick coating of PVC is applied to a wire mesh that has been galvanized after it has been welded. The wire fence material is hot-dipped--passed through a bath of molten zinc. The zinc flows over the entire surface of the mesh, thoroughly sealing the wires and the areas where the wires intersect. The PVC is applied last, giving the fence an extended life due to its double protection.

Double Protection

What factors make PVC coated galvanized after welded wire mesh the best vinyl coated wire mesh and fence?

• This attractive finish is pleasing to the eye
• Longest life--extended protection against rust and corrosion
• Reduced expense and labor of replacement
• Double protection--tightly bonded PVC coating on top of galvanized after weld

The next time you want to be sure that the wire you buy will last the longest, get vinyl coated wire mesh and fence that is galvanized after weld. Make sure the coating of PVC is both thick and tightly bonded to the underlying wire. This is so tough it's the same type of mesh used for lobster traps.

Don't settle for less expensive inferior wire mesh products--this is false economizing. Get the products that will stand the test of time!

You do have a choice!

Apron Fence: Heavier and Stronger

Apron fence is a versatile fencing material with many uses. Our high-quality fence mesh is made in the USA and is superior to imported brands. Woven from galvanized 17 gauge wire, 1½" hexagonal mesh apron fence is much heavier and stronger than the normal 20 gauge hex netting sold in retail stores. The extra wire thickness also increases the lifetime of the mesh.

Vegetation Grows Up and Through

The apron is created by a line wire running the length of each roll. This wire is located 12" from the bottom edge of the fence. During installation, bend the 12" apron so it lays on top of the ground. Vegetation will grow up through the mesh, securing it to the soil.

Apron fence is available in two sizes: 60" x 150' (48" high with 12" apron) and 72" x 150' (60" high with 12" apron). In addition to the standard GBW finish (Galvanized Before Weave), this fencing material can also be custom coated with a thick layer of black PVC. There are minimum order requirements on these items. Please contact us for details.

And Many Advantages

• Heavier, thicker wire has a longer lifetime than 20 gauge hex netting
• The apron prevents animals from digging under the fence
• Eliminates labor and expense of trenching
• Black vinyl adds years of rust prevention
• Black vinyl makes the fence virtually invisible
• Stronger wire is harder to dent and damage
• Use the apron section as part of the vertical fence to gain 12" more in height

Other Ways to Use Apron Fencing

• Perimeter fence for game bird pens
• Apron fence for beagle training pens
• Excellent wildlife exclusion fence for gardens
• Inexpensive tennis court fence
• Chicken run enclosure and protection
• Wire netting to enclose storage areas

What other ways can you think of using apron fence?

The Durability of Stainless Steel 

Stainless steel wire mesh is long-lasting and versatile. The range of different gauges and mesh sizes that are available is extensive. Especially suited to situations where the mesh will be exposed to corrosive substances, stainless steel products can perform much better and last longer than other materials.

A List of Benefits

Stainless steel wire mesh panels can be special ordered, pre-cut to whatever sizes your project calls for. The advantages:

• Get only what you need
• Save material costs
• Reduce and eliminate unusable scrap
• Save labor costs
• Easy to use
• No need to buy material in rolls
• No need to struggle to flatten the curve of the roll before cutting pieces
• Save time
• Start on your project as soon as panels arrive
• Cuts are precise, done in a controlled environment
• Custom cut panels are tailored to your specific needs
• Wide choice of specifications for different purposes 

Stainless steel wire meshes can be the perfect solution to many difficult applications. And the availability of custom-cut panels makes the job that much easier. Truly a win-win!

Seriously consider using pre-cut wire mesh panels on your next job.

Shielding Your Garden

Ah, spring arrives and you look forward to getting your garden growing. Sometimes the loveliest of creatures can set you back. Will you need to protect vegetables, flowers, plants, fruits, trees, ponds, your garden, and other areas from invasion by our feathered friends? The solution? An effective bird barrier.

Lightweight Meshes 

Tenax extrudes black polypropylene into effective bird barriers. These small opening lightweight meshes are specifically designed to protect your hard work. They can also be used as an effective method of erosion control on newly seeded slopes. In the fall, spread them over a leaf pile to keep them from blowing away in windy weather. There are several different mesh sizes and strengths available. Large roll size eliminates the need to join several pieces together.

Rust and Rot Proof 

A lightweight, inexpensive, rust proof, rot proof, UV and chemical resistant netting that is easy to handle and install. This black bird barrier netting comes in two mesh sizes:

    3/4" x 3/4": 14' x 100', 14' x 500', 14' x 1,000', 14' x 5,000', 15.5' x 700'

    3/8" x 3/8": 13' x 820'

S-31

A heavier weight, stronger, longer-lasting bird barrier netting.

   5/8" x 3/4" mesh: 14' x 5,000', 17 x 5,000'

Strong Woven Mesh

Knit from multiple strands of black polypropylene, this UV stabilized netting is long-lasting, soft, flexible, and strong. Mesh openings are hexagonal in shape. These products are thicker than the extruded bird barrier netting mesh.

   1/2" mesh: 25' x 100'

   3/4" mesh: 25' x 100', 50' x 150', 50' x 200'

   1" mesh: 12' x 100', 25' x 100', 50' x 150'

Is your garden under attack? How do you protect your fruits and vegetables?