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How to Stretch a Long Section of Fence Mesh

Welcome everyone, we are pleased to present you with a detailed guide on how to stretch a fence mesh when its length exceeds the usual 10 meters and reaches up to 500 meters. This guide was created thanks to the suggestions of our users, whom we thank for the valuable insights provided. At Fenceshop, we are always attentive to improve and respond to your needs with practical and effective solutions.

Initial Considerations

Before starting, it is important to be clear about the type of mesh we will be working with. The difficulty of the job varies significantly based on the type and height of the mesh itself. For example, a light mesh with a 2.5 mm wire and 1.20 m high is much easier to stretch than a mesh with a 3.2 mm wire and 2.5 m high. These differences heavily influence the method to be adopted.

Work Preparation

We begin our work by imagining we have a fence 200 meters long. We attach our mesh to the first post, ensuring it is provisionally hooked. It is essential that the mesh is attached in a way that allows smooth sliding during stretching. Remember to hook it always after the first point, to prevent the wire from obstructing the movement of the mesh.

Stretching Method

When working over long distances, the stretching method must be adapted. If using a cable winch, you will notice that the mesh is mainly pulled in the first few meters, while at the end of the fence it may still appear slack. This happens because the wire of the mesh tends to deform under tension, releasing space that accumulates along the length of the mesh.

Practical Solutions

Our advice is to work as a team, ideally with two, three, or even four people. While one person stretches the mesh, the others should lift it and lightly shake it every 3-4 posts. This movement helps the pulling force to distribute evenly along the entire length of the mesh, facilitating sliding and ensuring uniform tension.

Final Check and Conclusions

After applying the method, check the tension along the entire length of the mesh. You should feel uniform tension. Once satisfied with the result, you can proceed to detach the puller and tie the last part of the mesh. In some cases, it may be necessary to perform multiple stretches to achieve optimal tension, especially if the mesh is very high and robust.

Final Considerations

It should be noted that some meshes, such as those used in soccer fields, do not require excessive tension as they need to absorb the impact of balls. This is another topic that we might delve into in the future. For now, we hope this guide has been helpful and we invite you to visit our website for more information on the available products.

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