Panel clamps, also known as dog kennel clamps are a simple way to attach two chain link fence panels together. These galvanized panel clamps look like a figure eight split in half, with a hole for a...
Flat back gate hinges, also known as wall mount gate hinges are a special type of hinge that allows you to install a chain link gate on a wall, wooden fence post and other flat surfaces. Unlike...
Temporary fence panels are freestanding metal fence panels that are often used for construction sites and events, to provide a temporary barrier or for crowd and traffic control. These kinds of...
Mobilization in the fence world means getting to your job site, delivering materials and setting up for the job. Mobilization costs for small, local fence jobs is typically a short process and is...
Bollard covers can be made out of various materials, but the most common one is probably molded plastic. These bollard covers slip over the bollard post, which is usually steel for this kind of...
Gate actuator is another name for a swing gate motor or swing gate operator. This kind of gate motor usually has the motor and control boards built into the actuator arm itself rather than having a...
As the name suggests, self closing hinges are hinges that close automatically when someone releases an open gate.
If you're not sure how they work, or where they should be used, you're in the right place. Read on for a quick overview of what self closing hinges are, how they work, what kind of fences they work on, and where they might be worth using.
If you’re hoping to use a chain link fence for security, there’s one question you’re probably asking yourself: how to secure a chain link fence at the bottom?
You’ve probably seen news stories where people climbed under a chain link fence that was intended for security. It certainly happens from time to time, but fortunately, there are several options you can use to secure a chain link fence at the bottom.
Most fence companies who install their fence posts in concrete and who work on larger projects use ready mix supplied by concrete companies. If they do mix concrete on site, they might use premixed sand, stone, and cement to save time.
However, if you’re planning to install your own fence as a DIY project, you might not have access to those types of ready-mixed concrete. That means you probably need to know how to mix concrete for a fence project. Here’s how you can get your fence concrete right.
You’ve probably seen a lot of chain link fencing in your life. No matter where you are in the world, it’s one of the most common types of fences. Whether you call it chain link fencing or diamond mesh fencing doesn’t matter. What matters is that it’s easy to install, cost-effective and relatively durable.
But have you ever wondered what chain link mesh can be made from? Let’s take a look.
Getting a new fence is exciting, but it also usually means that you’ll have some old fence, vegetation, and other waste to remove from your property.
Many fence companies don’t offer waste removal services, although they might give you a price to take your fence down. So what are your options, and where do you dispose of old fence panels? Let’s take a look at the options.
If you want to get through your fence and into your property, you’re going to need a gate. If you do it with a vehicle, you’ll need a vehicle gate or driveway gate, and if you’re like many people, you might want a sliding gate.
However, most people don’t realize that you need a specific amount of space for your sliding gate to operate. Here’s what you need to know.
