Concrete palisade fencing is swiftly gaining popularity, despite precast concrete walls being a dependable enclosure option for decades. Precast walling is still the preferred option for security and privacy, particularly in enclosed areas bordered by adjacent properties. Nevertheless, our semi-transparent concrete palisade is becoming increasingly popular for business owners needing visibility at ground level or for commercial establishments, sports fields and facilities seeking a scenic view.
For more than 28 years, MFB Walling has produced, supplied and installed both types of precast options throughout Gauteng and its neighbouring areas with professionalism and success. There are variations even though the installation procedures for both types are comparable. Let us guide you through the expert installation process of concrete palisade fencing.
The Concrete Palisade Fencing Installation Process
The first thing our expert sales reps and independently hired erectors do is evaluate and survey the area where the walling will be installed:
1. Survey and Safety Inspections: We conduct a comprehensive survey along the entire length or perimeter of the area that has to be enclosed before starting the installation process. The slope, gradient, ground clearance, and top clearance are all taken into consideration. Densities and kinds of soil are also considered. Points of entry, including steel gates for cars and pedestrians, are noted. To prevent damage during the foundation phase, the positions of sewage, plumbing, electricity lines and connections, and other services infrastructure are also specified.
- Foundation and Cross Bars: We offer 1.2, 1.8 and 2.4-metre tall concrete palisade fencing. Bars are planted firmly, evenly and reinforced in “looser” or “softer” soil types. The foundation must be 450mm x 450mm x 600mm deep. The cross beams, also known as mounting rails, are installed at both the top and bottom into the slots that are available in the posts once the vertical anchors are squared off and the cement has had time to dry.
- Strutting and Paling: The vertical struts, also known as pales, are centred and placed evenly apart to fill in the gaps between the posts (9 pales per 2m section – reinforcement – 3 no. 5.5 steel rods). Easy attachment is made possible by pre-moulded holes in the vertical struts and cross beams. At the base of the pales a 200mm x 150mm concrete plinth may be cast to give additional stability to the fence at an additional cost.
- Fixing Bolts: Each vertical pale is bolted by 2 x 8mm nuts and bolts (top and bottom). Made of mild steel, washers, nuts, and bolts are used to secure the beams and struts together. A 2:1 sand-to-cement slurry is used to fill any gaps between the steel and cement once they are passed through the pre-moulded holes and tightened. On request, these steel components can be galvanised at an additional cost. Nonetheless, the cement grouting and the snug-fitting mount offer a stable fit and corrosion-resistant bedding.
All these concrete components encase a grid of steel rods. When all three are interwoven into one structure, it creates a strong and sturdy barrier.
In addition to being practically maintenance-free, our concrete palisade fencing can have razor wire installed on top for further security. Investing in our concrete palisade fencing not only provides you with a long-lasting and robust walling solution but also adds the perfect blend of functionality, security and visual appeal.
Specialist Precast Walling and Fencing with MFB Walling
There is only one option when it comes to the manufacture, supply and installation of prefabricated concrete walling and fencing: MFB Walling. Contact us for affordable prices, quality products and superior service. MFB Walling – Your precast walling specialist