High quality steel that has been correctly coated

Every welded mesh panel begins as individual coils of steel wire; the wire should be a good grade and traceable back to an ISO :-accredited source to ensure consistency and adherence to material and tolerance specifications.

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The steel will then be galvanised or coated with a zinc alloy to protect it from rust and corrosion. An additional high quality polyester powder coating will further prevent unsightly cracks and chips forming and ensures the metal underneath is not exposed to weathering.

After being galvanised or coated in the zinc alloy, the mesh panel can then be colour coated. Dark green is commonly used as it blends into its surroundings, although for a primary school bold colours can brighten up a playground or, for commercial sites, it’s possible to print graphics or logos onto a mesh facade.

It’s important to check when the steel in a wire mesh panel has been coated, as this will determine the strength and longevity of the steel. Galvanised wire mesh should be galvanised after welding, as the welding process can remove the protective zinc coating. However, zinc alloy coated fencing can be welded after coating, as the higher aluminium content allows the join to ‘heal; under welding temperature and maintain protection against corrosion.

Wire gauge (diameter), posts and fixings

Measuring the wire gauge (the diameter of the steel) before it is coated is essential for accurate measurements. The coating will add thickness to the wire, but a smaller diameter wire with a heavier coating will not provide the same structural strength and resistance to cutting as a product with a heavier diameter wire. The type of coating can also affect the measurement if measuring after coating; hot dip galvanisation, for example, creates a thicker coating than a zinc alloy treatment.

Posts and fixings are integral to the safety and security of the fence, and should therefore be of the same standard as the wire mesh panels. Panel-to-post fixings should be tamper-proof and consist of at least two fixing points per clip to ensure the posts and fixings do not present a weak spot in the fencing.

Choosing wire mesh fencing

There is a wide range of wire mesh fencing available for a range of applications; a thorough site and risk assessment will help you better understand the appropriate fencing for your site.

For higher security requirements, Securi-Mesh (prison mesh), and Securi-Mesh Plus (double skin) offer excellent protection for residential and commercial sites. Their modern design, allowing for plenty of light and visibility, also make these varieties of wire mesh fencing an aesthetically-pleasing addition to contemporary designs.

EuroGuard® Regular and EuroGuard® Extra are both V-mesh fencing styles which offer rigidity and strength whilst also being an attractive option for lower-risk sites, such as schools and parks.

All our wire mesh panels and welded mesh fencing can be LPS -security rated, and some versions can be approved for government use (CPNI). With over 70 years of experience, our experts are ready to help you specify the right wire mesh fencing for your requirements. To find out more about the range of security fencing styles and applications, contact our team today.

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358 Mesh Fence – Standard, 2D and 3D Types for Higher Site Security

358 mesh fence, also called high security fence, 358 fence, anti-climbing fence, or anti-cutting fence, is made from a type of strong welded mesh panel with extra small mesh opening.

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"358" refers to 3" × 0.5" opening size and 8 gauge wire diameter, which equates to 76.2 mm × 12.7 mm opening size and 4 mm wire diameter.

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Determine how tall your fence is. If the fence is 4 feet, the steel posts will need to be 6 feet. The posts will need to be at least 2 feet taller than your fence. When you install your fence, using the metal tails to pin up the wire to the post at the top, the middle and the bottom. Once the mesh panel is pinned up, pin up the next mesh panel. You should splice two mesh panels together.And then cover a plastic caps for posts to improve their anti-corrosion property. Especially, you should notice that when installing the 358 mesh fence, you should overlap 75 mm of two panels or overlap one opening distance to maintain integrity of protection.

Installation tips of 358 mesh fence.

As an anti-climbing and anti-cutting barrier, 358 mesh fence is designed with good welded character. Therefore, it has the characteristics of security and durability.

The main market of 358 mesh fence is in South Africa, United States and Nigeria. Most of the clients prefer hot dipped galvanized surface treatment.

It is ideally suitable for electronic alarm and detection systems, fencing in prisons, military sites, and airports, industrial and commercial properties, warehouses, power plants, offshore petrochemical facilities, seaport perimeter, laboratories, secure hospitals, schools, parks, leisure and recreational areas.

358 mesh fence will give them a long lasting and secure perimeter protection with attractive appearance.

Generally, 3.60 m height fence is used in schools, parks, leisure and recreational areas.

5.20 m height fence is widely used in prison and military establishments.

In addition, if 358 mesh fence were added to razor wires, barbed wires and rota spikes, it would have higher security character.

358 mesh fence is used to protect private property from being stolen to a great degree.

358 mesh fence is used in the parking lot to separate garden from parking lot.

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