Safety and Security with Perforated Fencing

Safety is a top concern for specifiers and fencing contractors. Traditional laser-cut fencing poses a risk due to sharp edges. Picture-perf fencing eliminates this hazard with its perforation process. This method creates intricate designs without compromising the metal’s integrity, resulting in a smooth, safe surface for everyone around the fence or gate.

Unmatched Strength and Durability for Long-Term Protection

Specifiers require fencing solutions that can withstand the elements and resist physical challenges. Picture-perf fencing by Zaun delivers exceptional strength and durability. The perforation process removes minimal material, preserving the structural integrity of the fencing. This stands in stark contrast to laser-cut fencing, which weakens the metal by removing sections. Consequently, picture-perf fencing offers superior resistance to impact, vandalism, and harsh weather conditions, making it a reliable long-term security solution.

Beyond Security: Unleash Your Design Potential with Perforated Fencing and Gates

While safety and durability are crucial, specifiers often seek fencing solutions that complement a project’s aesthetics. Picture-perf fencing by Zaun surpasses expectations in this regard. The perforating technology facilitates the creation of a vast range of designs, from intricate geometric patterns to photorealistic images. This allows for seamless integration of the fencing or gate into the project’s design, transforming it from a functional necessity into a visually striking element.

Applications for Perforated Fencing and Gates

The versatility of picture-perf fencing makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

• Schools and Playgrounds: The safety features and ability to incorporate colorful designs or mascots make picture-perf fencing ideal for securing schools and playgrounds.
• Public Buildings and Spaces: Perforated fencing with intricate patterns or building logos can elevate the visual appeal of public areas.
• Commercial Properties: Businesses can leverage picture-perf fencing to enhance their brand image by incorporating logos or other design elements.

Beyond Traditional Applications: Perforated Fencing for Unique Needs

• Zoos and Wildlife Parks: Picture-perf fencing can be incorporated as hero panels within existing fencing systems, showcasing the animals directly on the fencing!
• Healthcare and Hospitals: With perforations less than 8mm, picture-perf fencing offers zero finger traps, making it ideal for seclusion gardens or hospital garden screening.

The Future of Fencing is Perforated

Zaun’s picture-perf fencing and gates represent a significant advancement in fencing technology. By prioritizing safety, durability, and aesthetics, this innovative product offers a solution that surpasses the limitations of traditional laser-cut fencing. With its limitless design potential and superior functionality, picture-perf fencing is poised to redefine expectations for fencing applications across the UK and Europe.

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But what are 3 of the top locations where this kind of fencing is a requirement?

Zoo

One location where top-class security fencing is a must is zoos. Without this type of fencing installed to protect visitors from wild animals, they would be a perilous place to be! Security fencing for zoos, though, is not just about keeping visitors safe from danger. It can also help keep animals safe from harm and people breaking in when the zoo is closed to steal them. Welded mesh fencing is an option many zoos go for because it is robust, good value, can stand outside in all weathers and looks smart.

Data centres

The world is relying more and more on technology to operate now. Online tech is essential and sees us shopping online, using social media platforms and checking which services a business offers via their website. This online way of life is built upon a network of secure servers in data centres around the UK that handle masses of sensitive personal data each day. Therefore, it is key to protect the data centres these servers are housed in – not only from cybercrime but also from physical theft. The best way to do this is with high-end perimeter fencing. Tough to scale and hard to breach, it is a significant obstacle for would-be intruders.

Schools and colleges

Perimeter fencing is understandably crucial for colleges and schools. This is because both locations have large numbers of children inside who need the best protection. Security fencing for these locations also helps to keep staff and visitors safe. In addition, it stops people from getting onto school or college grounds overnight to cause damage. When combined with other security innovations, such as CCTV, it provides a very effective safety measure for these locations to use.

Top-class security fencing from Zaun

The above are just a few places where effective security fencing is a must. You could also include many others – from playgrounds to airports, waterworks, sports pitches, and beyond. If you need the best mesh security fencing for your site, get in touch with us today at Zaun.

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1. Security

Mesh fencing is commonly used as a perimeter wall or security fence. It can offer security purposes to residential, industrial or commercial properties. Mesh is also a popular choice for securing homes, however, this is often combined with a form of fencing that is generally considered more aesthetic. For increased security, some people choose a type of mesh fencing that prevents finger holds or tools being able to cut through, due to the extremely small openings.

2. Public Parks

As mesh fences can be installed in various different colours, some people enjoy the look of it in their local parks. For those who are passionate about plants, a mesh fence is a good alternative to wires for plants that climb, as they can easily take the weight without having to be regularly repaired, unlike the alternative.

3. Animals

Mesh fencing is a popular choice for fencing in animals, no matter what they are. As it’s possible to purchase the fence with different sizes of holes, it can accommodate any form or size of the animal. Some of the most common options are horse fencing, rabbit fencing and chicken coops. It is also an extremely safe option for animals, due to the lack of sharp edges.

4. Highways and railways

One of the main industrial uses of mesh fencing is on highways and railways for security purposes. They are extremely beneficial for preventing damage of the tracks, and also to prohibit animals from crossing over dangerous areas.

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But what is it exactly, and why is it so hard to get over?

What is HiSec 358 security fencing?

In simple terms, it is a tough and robust style of perimeter fencing which is ideal for a wide range of sites. The 358 in the title refers to the fencing aperture and the wire gauge in old Imperial measurements. These measurements mean that the vertical wires are 76.2mm (3 inches) from centre to centre, while the horizontal ones are 12.7mm (or 0.5 inches) from centre to centre. The gauge used is 4mm and also known as Gauge 8.

Why is HiSec 358 considered anti-climb?

While no perimeter fencing can claim to be 100% impossible to scale, our HiSec 358 range does have excellent anti-climb properties. This makes it very tough for intruders to get over. Much of this is down to the design and measurements which are shown above.

The ‘358’ welded mesh design makes it difficult for intruders to get fingers into the fence apertures when trying to climb over it. Unless they have climbing aids, they will be doubtful to succeed.

Our HiSec 358 fencing also has other features which make it anti-climb, including the size of the panels available in heights of up to 7.2m high in a single panel, which will put most people off from trying to get over it. Our standard 358 fencing also has no climbing aids on the panels themselves (such as v-beams, which can be manufactured upon request), which people could use for assistance. There is also the option of adding additional security measures, such as cranked toppings, electric fencing and PIDs. This makes it even tougher to climb and breach for those up to no good. If you also remember to remove on-site climbing aids such as trees or lamp posts close to the fencing, it is tough for any intruder to scale the fence.

Contact Zaun Fencing for HiSec 358 perimeter fencing.

If you like the anti-climb properties this fencing comes with, then get in touch to order yours today. At Zaun, we have many years of experience in manufacturing anti-climb fencing across a variety of sectors. Contact us at sales@zaun.co.uk for more details.

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What kinds of wire mesh panels are available?

The first thing to consider is what kind of wire mesh fencing is best for your purposes.

Profile mesh fencing, which consists of ‘V’ beams crimped into the panel, is commonly used in schools, parks and other sites which require low-level security.

358/prison mesh fencing, with close-knit apertures, is used in security settings, including prisons and ports etc., also commonly called anti-climb mesh.

Twin-wire mesh fencing, featuring double wire horizontals, makes the fencing strong, ideal for sports pitches, MUGAs and perimeters not likely to sustain forcible attacks.

Double-layer mesh fencing (double skin 358), which combines two layers of mesh for even more security, is usually used on high-security sites such as data centres or prisons.

Check the quality of the steel.

When you’re investing in wire mesh fencing for security, it’s important to make sure that the steel used in the production of your chosen fencing is good quality, strong, and durable. In addition, steel wire should be traceable back to an ISO 9001:2015-accredited source, which means it meets contemporary standards for this kind of product.

It’s also important to find out when your chosen steel was galvanised because it will determine some key facts. For example, steel should be galvanised after welding so that the mesh’s protective zinc coating isn’t removed by the welding process. On the other hand, zinc alloy coated or pre-galv fencing can be galvanised before welding because of its higher aluminium content.

Choosing the diameter of your steel wire

The diameter of the steel wire which your mesh fencing is made up of will also affect the strength of your fencing. The diameter of the wire and the amount of wires generally affects the security level of the fence. The thicker the wire used in your mesh fencing, the stronger the fence will be; the more wires the fence has increased the delay to any miscreants.

More from Zaun

At Zaun, we know our fences. So if you’re looking for fencing and security specialists to help you draw up a tailored security design for your premises, get in touch with us. We’re always happy to provide friendly advice and tips.

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But what are the major benefits it offers?

It is tough and strong.

Perhaps the key benefit which welded mesh fencing offers is how robust it is. This is an essential feature as it means the fencing is strong enough to keep intruders out. It also means that it will not degrade quickly, and you, therefore, spend less on maintaining or replacing it. This strength is beneficial and allows this type of fencing to deliver outstanding security to any site.

Suitable for many different applications

Another convenient feature that welded mesh perimeter fencing has is versatility. This type of fencing is suitable for pretty much any application you can think of! It is an ideal choice from schools to children’s playgrounds, businesses, industrial sites, airports, military bases, and more. This is not only down to the superb protection it offers and great value for money but also its ability to be outside in all weathers. So come wind, rain or snow; the welded mesh will perform as expected.

Weldmesh looks great.

While the security any fencing gives is important, it should also look great too. This will see a professional image presented to clients and make your site an attractive place to work. Welded mesh certainly hits the mark here and has bags of style. If you choose to go with additional components such as laser cut shapes or fence toppings, you can add even more visual appeal to it.

Contact Zaun today for top-quality welded mesh fencing

Here at Zaun, we manufacture top-class welded mesh security fencing. Our fencing offers all the above benefits and will help provide excellent protection once in place. Get in touch at sales@zaun.co.uk today for more details.

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Protecting visitors

Zoos should be a safe and secure space for families to visit, and no guest should be concerned about their own personal safety. However, there have unfortunately been cases around the world where children have found their way into enclosures. This has resulted in either harm to the child or the animal in question. These cases have all occurred as a result of poor and inadequate fencing around the enclosure. High-quality security fencing is durable and hard-wearing, meaning that no visitor can get past it.

Helping animals

Often, different animal species will require different types of security fencing. For example, an elephant enclosure will require very high perimeter fencing. Using welded mesh fencing, they need to ensure that the gaps are small enough so that elephants cannot push their trunks through. Dangerous animals such as lions and tigers require even more secure fencing solutions, such as double fencing more maximum safety. Animals such as monkeys may need safety cages with railings if they are contained in a large enclosure with tall trees to minimise chances of escape. Zoos need to work with providers to discuss these certain requirements.

Protecting endangered species

Zoos do essential work in protecting endangered species that are threatened due to poachers or deforestation. For this reason, it is vital that zoos can protect these animals adequately. High-security fencing is necessary to ensure that no harm comes to any zoo animals.

If you are looking for wire mesh fencing for zoos, then Zaun can help. We are experts in security fencing and offer fencing that is suitable for a wide range of animals. For more information, contact Zaun today.

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During a time of great uncertainty and negativity Neil Hughes, System Channel Manager at Abloy UK, decided to use his time on Furlough as a positive thing, starting off by manufacturing bird boxes for a local community project giving page. Neil was then encouraged to volunteer at Lower Moss Wood Wildlife Hospital, ran by Ray Jackson MBE and asked if he could build an aviary for larger birds such as buzzards so they could free up space in the hospital.

Once completed Neil then moved on to designing and manufacturing an enclosure for ducks and ducklings, which also required to be vermin proof due to the local rat population.

Neil’s design featured a concrete base (supplied for free by RT Mycock and Sons) and 50 sheets of HiSec 358 mesh (supplied for free by Zaun). Lower Moss Wood Wildlife Protecting Injured Birds, Lower Moss Wood is an educational reserve and wildlife hospital, founded in 1989, provides a place for schools, disabled visitors and environmental groups to visit, enjoy the countryside and learn about conservation and the environment.

They also provide a place where injured animals and birds can recover and rehabilitate before returning to the wild. Lower Moss Wood he has given more than 50,000 children and adults an insight into the great outdoors and the hospital admits around 2000 wildlife casualties per year. which can be anything from an injured fox or badger to an orphaned hedgehog or fledgling bird.

During a difficult time, Neil’s positivity and proactive attitude has ensured the hospital and wildlife sanctuary can continue to look after these animals for years to come. Well done Neil for protecting injured birds by using your own time to create something positive.

Neil said “When Ray first gave me the task to make a vermin proof duck enclosure Zaun fencing came straight to mind as I knew they could at least advise. When I first spoke to Alastair Henman MD and explained what I was doing I what I was after he had no hesitation offering the ex hire stock for such a worthy cause. A couple other calls and we had it delivered in a couple of days Myself, Ray and staff at Lower Moss cannot than Zaun fencing and their staff for the generous contribution.”

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Structure

Welded mesh fencing has either rectangular or square spaces created by laying wires in a vertical and horizontal latticework. The wire intersections are then spot-welded, creating a sheet. Welded wire fencing is pretty simple to design compared to woven wire. Woven mesh fencing is made using a machine that loosely twists the wire into gentle spirals that overlap at the ends. Woven wire fencing has a distinct zigzag diamond shape.

Pros and cons

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Low maintenance and minimal impact

The fixings used to attach the mesh panels to the adjacent posts are steel and backed with anti-rattle rubber pads. This is why they’re an ideal choice for outdoor football pitches; should the ball ricochet off the perimeter, the resulting sound is minimal. Moreover, the stainless steel tamper-proof security bolt fixings mean only the strongest materials are used, so minimum maintenance is needed.

Strong and durable

The posts are manufactured from steel tubular sectioning and use threaded inserts to fix the steel mesh clips together. And should the fence be installed on a gradient, additional fixings are provided to aid the stepping of the panels where necessary. Over 1.5 million adults in the UK participate in small-sided football games each week, and this mesh fencing ensures protection for the venue, participants and spectators alike.

Dual purpose

Not only does mesh panel fencing offer maximum security, but it can also serve a purpose aesthetically. The fencing is made using galvanised material and is coated with polyester. It can be purchased in a range of colours, making it an attractive security option – an option that is robust, cost-effective and easy to install. The combination of maximum security with aesthetic appeal makes it a popular choice.

Visibility for spectators

While the mesh panels are strong and difficult to cut through, they still provide good viewing for spectators while providing resistance to climbing for vandals. The audience can still watch through the fence without interfering in the game and without fear of being hit by a stray ball.

Weather friendly

The lightweight design allows wind to pass through the panels; this reduces the chance of any damage due to stormy weather conditions or strong winds. Again, this results in very little maintenance following the initial installation.

Looking for mesh panel fencing? Contact Zaun today!

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