Steel fence project underway to protect drivers in Colorado
An eight-foot-tall steel fence project has been put into motion in Colorado. The fencing project was approved by the Colorado Department of Transportation, and will be constructed along a part of Interstate 25 in order to protect drivers from deer crossings in the area. Between six different exits on the highway, deer attempt to cross [...]
QuakeCon to return to Dallas in 2012
The Dallas fencing experts of Viking Fence are pleased to announce that the QuakeCon 2012 will return to Dallas in August for it’s sixth year. The Hilton Anatole will play host to the convention, as it has the last five out of six times. QuakeCon will run between August 2 and August 5. This convention [...]
Chain-link fences upset Massachusetts residents
Newly built chain-link fences in Weymouth, Massachusetts have been met with much criticism from residents of the area. The fences were constructed near neighborhoods and local businesses, including a Colonial Federal Bank. People living in the neighborhood have voiced complaints claiming that the fences make the area look too industrial. James Murphy, the Democratic state [...]
Washington University to construct fences around campus
As an effort to improve security, Washington University has planned to construct fences around the North side of the campus. These fences will restrict entrance into the university for non-students in the residential area. Three fences will be built near the Village East and Milbrook dormitories and four gates will adorn the fences for student [...]
Aid deadline is Nov. 30 for wildfire-destroyed fences in Texas
The Texas wildfires destroyed over 6,200 miles of fencing across Central Texas. The deadline to receive aid for the reconstruction of these fences has been prolonged until November 30. Ranchers are able to apply for aid through the STAR fund. The STAR fund is funded by the Texas Department of Agriculture. People interested in receiving [...]
How to choose the right kind of fence
There are plenty of options when it comes to installing a residential fence. Depending on the type of fence you are interested in and the amount of money you are willing to spend, you can determine what is the best fence for your situation. The four main types of fencing include; wood, chain link, iron [...]
Fruit trees thrive on wood fences
Wood fences commonly found surrounding a homemade garden can be beneficial for growing fruit. These wood planks can act as a support system to the fruit trees. Heavy wires assembled in a row are the best option for attaching the trees to the fencing. By fastening these trees to fencing it makes it easier to [...]
Miles and miles of fencing burn in Texas wildfires
The Central Texas wildfires had devastating effects on Texas agriculture. Over 1,500 livestock have been lost due to the fires. It is estimated that agriculture in Texas lost $152.1 million with the majority of that number coming from fencing that was destroyed in the Central Texas areas. There was 5,965 miles of fencing and infrastructure [...]
Canada hoping to eliminate moose-vehicle accidents with wildlife fencing
In order to reduce the number of moose-vehicle collisions in the Bay St. George area, a wildlife fencing system is being installed. Harvey Gale and Son Ltd. was awarded the $1.4 million contract as part of the provincial government initiative. A section of the wildlife fencing will be tested before the entire system is installed. [...]
Anatomy of a Chain Link Fence
Chain link fences are ubiquitous across the country, yet many people do not understand basic fence anatomy. The traditional chain link fence and chain link gate is comprised of 11 different parts. Each part serves a unique function. The parts of a chain link fence are: - Cap - Rail End - Eye Tip - [...]
