Guide to Electric Fence Insulators
The Guide to Electric Fencing Insulators is everything you need to know about electric fence insulators, learn how to select the right insulators for your project.
Planning an Electric Fence
When planning an electric fence, it is a good idea to start by drawing out your fence line. Drawing your fence ahead of time will help you to purchase the right quantity of the right materials. There are nuances that might be overlooked and we want to make sure that your fence has the greatest chance of success, a drawing makes it easy for us to see your vision and help you execute it. When you’re ready to request a quote, fill out the form below. There is a section for uploading a drawing of your fence. We use your drawing to assist you in building your fence. This page will help you to determine all of the information you will need to get an accurate quote from our team including: Number of Corners Fence Length Number of Gates Distance to Outlet * Please note, that the fence should follow the contours of the land closely. Uneven ground may mean extra posts in order to maintain appropriate wire height for deterring animals. Dips and rises in the land will be a point of exploitation for animals. Number of Corners First, we will determine the number of corners. Consider a corner to be any time a fence changes direction. Corners require special corner brace posts to stabilize the fence. Even small changes in fence angle require additional bracing, to reduce costs, reduce corners. If you have an existing fence, count the times that the fence changes direction. If you do not have an existing fence, use items (chairs, stakes, flagging tape etc.) to mark each corner of your future fence, this is your number of corners. Knowing the number of corners helps us to accurately estimate the overall cost of the fence as corner braces are different than regular posts. Fence Length Secondly, we will determine the fence length by measuring the area we will be fencing. If you have an existing fence, this will be easy, just measure the fence line and add the sides together, this is your fence length. If you do not have an existing fence, use the items (chairs, stakes, flagging tape etc.) you placed as corners and measure the distance in-between them, this is your fence length. Make sure to draw a rough outline of where you placed your items with the lengths between each corner (See example) Fence Length helps us to determine: the amount of wire that we will need for the fence the number of insulators the number of posts Number of Gates Gates should be the only of the part of the fence that moves, this is why they require extra bracing to maintain the integrity of the fence. To reduce fence cost and complexity, it is a good idea to plan your gates to open on an existing corner (see the graphic above). The type of gate available to you will depend on the type of fence you are installing. Permanent fences, made of wood or chain link, have the option to have an electrified steel frame gate, bungee gate, farmers gate, gate handles or modifying an existing gate. The simplest gate option would be to use a wood post gate anchor on each side and wire with Rub’R Insulated Gate Handle or Margo Electric Bungee Gate. Alternatives can be made using fiberglass posts or modifying existing gates. If a gate is being modified, please provide pictures of the gates in a closed and open position. We offer custom electrified gates for permanent fences (wood, chain link). Distance to Outlet We carry 3 types of energizers: Plug-in Energizer – If you have access to a plug-in where you are installing your fence, a plug-in energizer is always going to be the most ideal option. A plug-in energizer provides the most stable and consistent power to the fence. Plug-in energizers don’t require you to change batteries because the power supply is the plug, so as long as the plug is receiving power, so will the energizer Solar Energizer – Solar energizers are a great option for remote locations without access to a plug. It is important to know which way to face these energizers to maximize the exposure to the sun. Solar energizers use a solar panel to absorb rays from the sun and contain a battery that stores energy throughout the day to power the fence throughout the day and night. Battery Energizer- Battery energizers are a reliable power source but require a bit of extra attention. Like all batteries, they don’t last forever and need to be closely monitored. First, we will determine the number of corners. Consider a corner to be any time a fence changes direction. Corners require special corner brace posts to stabilize the fence. Even small changes in fence angle require additional bracing, to reduce costs, reduce corners. If you have an existing fence, count the times that the fence changes direction. If you do not have an existing fence, use items (chairs, stakes, flagging tape etc.) to mark each corner of your future fence, this is your number of corners. Knowing the number of corners helps us to accurately estimate the overall cost of the fence as corner braces are different than regular posts. Secondly, we will determine the fence length by measuring the area we will be fencing. If you have an existing fence, this will be easy, just measure the fence line and add the sides together, this is your fence length. If you do not have an existing fence, use the items (chairs, stakes, flagging tape etc.) you placed as corners and measure the distance in-between them, this is your fence length. Make sure to draw a rough outline of where you placed your items with the lengths between each corner (See example) Fence Length helps us to determine: the amount of wire that we will need for the fence the number of insulators the number of posts Gates should be the only of the part of the fence
Fencing Bella Coola – Part 2: Constructing a Fence
Bella Coola is known for the Great Bear Rainforest, the world’s largest coastal temperate rainforest. We teamed up with community members and owners of an orchard in the Bella Coola Valley to help keep bears wild by fencing them out of human spaces.
Electrifying Liard River Hot Springs
History of Conflict Although the source of the springs is natural, the pools were built during the construction of the Alaska Highway during World War II. The location is an extremely remote section of the road and is surrounded by undisturbed wilderness. The geothermal-supported microclimate is vibrant and the valley is extremely productive for black bears and other wildlife. Bears have even been observed to soak in the hot pools themselves. The hot pools are the second largest in Canada and are the only major attraction for hundreds of miles so many travelers on the Alaska Highway stop for a soak or to camp. The combination of concentrated bear population and non-natural attractants made this a heavy conflict zone. Unfortunately, this deadly combination resulted in two human fatalities in 1997. Partially as a result of this history, lethal control was often used as a primary mitigation strategy for human-bear conflict. Construction This site featured challenges beyond most electric fencing projects and was one of the most involved electric fence construction projects completed. A small specialist team was able to solve these issues- proving that electric fencing is a practical solution at even the most challenging sites. Site Size The total fence line was surveyed at 1600 meters. This is a moderately large electric fence in total distance. Adding substantial grounding and breaking the fence into two separately energized sections ensured an effective shock would be delivered at any spot on the fence Fence Line Selected The fence was constructed around the perimeter of the park facilities, camping, and day-use areas, with all visitor parking contained within the fence. As the campground was already constructed, there was little room between the camping pads and the wetland area. The Department of Fisheries has designated this wetland area a “critical habitat” for endemic snails. Precision surveying, fencing preparation, and 31 direction changes along the fence line allowed construction within these constraints. Vehicle Access A fence must simultaneously exclude animals while allowing easy human access. The requirement for easy and frequent vehicle access demanded a more user-friendly solution than a simple gate. A custom-designed electrified wildlife guard (similar to a cattle- guard) was designed and installed to allow un-restricted vehicle access while excluding animals. Fence Line Preparation Much of the fence line was located in heavily forested areas. It is important that a fence line is prepared both for construction as well As for ongoing monitoring. Wildlife should have a chance to clearly see a fence through a cleared area rather than bumping into a fence in the midst of heavy forest. We used an industrial mulcher to clear the right-of-way, which also helps in suppressing vegetative regrowth. As the area has had indigenous use, an archaeologist supervised construction and identified a number of culturally modified trees. Visual Impact on Guests Electric fencing can be intimidating for anyone who is not experienced in dealing with them. The fence was designed to remain visually appealing while also including necessary signage to ensure proper use of the fencing system. The fencing around the picnic site was made out of wood rail material with electric fence outrigging to maintain park aesthetics in the most visible areas of the fence line Introducing Margo Fence Hub We want to share our expertise with you. Margo Fence Hub is your resource for anything related to electric fencing. From planning to installation, we have compiled various educational resources to help you create an effective electric fence system. Go to Fence Hub
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