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Wire tensioners - "Made in EU" quality from Aquagart

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Fastening the wire tensioners

When tensioning the wires, they should be tensioned from bottom to top. The wire should then be tightened first in the lower third of the fence and then in the upper third. This ensures that the force is optimally distributed. The wires should only be tightened slightly at first and then tightened again after all the wires have been fastened so that enough pressure can be built up. But not too tight either, otherwise the material will wear out too quickly.

Fastening the wire tensioner is very simple. Firstly, the fence posts must be anchored in the ground. For electric fences and fences with solid elements, the wire can be attached immediately. For wire mesh fences and wickerwork, the wire must be woven into the structure. The tensioner has a movable axle through whose holes the wire is inserted. It is then wrapped twice around the axle and tightened with a suitable spanner. You also don't need an extension for the spanner to tension the wires. Depending on the type of fence, other factors must also be taken into account.

Different types of fence

A wire tensioner can be used for many different types of fence. They can be used to fasten garden fencing, wild fencing, forestry and pasture fencing or a fence with a shading net. It can even be used for electric fences.

Wire mesh and chain link fence

Before installing the wire tensioner, mark the appropriate height. The knotted mesh is only laid after the fastening. For even more stability, the tension wire is woven into the mesh of the fence and then tensioned. It is best to use high-quality profiled posts because they are easier to attach the tensioners to and the material is also best suited to their use. Stainless steel should also be used for the fasteners, bolts and nuts, as they have a long service life. The construction is secured even better with a drop of special screw adhesive. This can be used to give the construction even more stability. If you attach the wire tensioner in front of the mesh, you have more space to work with.

Fence with wooden posts

For a fence with wooden posts,long, wide wood screws with washers provide the necessary hold. When tightening the tensioners, you should not overtighten the screws to prevent them from wearing out. For fastening, cramps, also known as wire loops, are used, which taper to a point on both sides and are hammered into the wooden post. To prevent the wood from becoming mouldy, use glue or special wood preservative to prevent moisture from getting into the wood.

Electric fence

With electric fencing, it is important that the wire tensioners and the live elements do not come into contact with each other. They should therefore be fastened and earthed separately, as insulated wires provide additional safety.

Fence with solid elements

With this fence, the wire tensioner is attached directly after the fence post has been erected, as the wire does not need to be woven into solid elements. Here, a tension wire is only used as a construction aid.

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