WHAT IS RANCH RAIL FENCING?

WHAT IS RANCH RAIL FENCING?

by | May 8, 2023 | Ranch Rail Fencing

There are many ways to secure the perimeter of your property, and not all solutions are to keep things out. There are also many options for fencing things in, such as ranch rail fencing, for example. This aesthetically pleasing solution to your fenced-in areas of your premises is not only pleasing to the eye, but it can also enclose your livestock and precious assets. It is an affordable way to fence off pastures while providing your property with a handsome “estate” appearance.

Whether you farm with sheep, goats, or cows, you will find that you can harness them in an enclosed structure made from ranch rail fencing. It really does not matter if you are farming for profit or simply need an enclosure for your horses or ostriches, you would need to erect the fencing in line with municipal regulations, and you would need to check with your local authorities to make sure that the construction is legal.

 

Two Ways to Construct a Ranch Rail Fencing Boundary

There are two ways you could erect a ranch rail fencing boundary. You could purchase the hardware and do it yourself, or you could ask the master builders at MFB Walling to do it for you. Understand that any building project does come with its challenges. On free-standing property which you would want to cordon off into smaller pastures or paddocks, you could consider our ranch rail fencing solution.

This structure is not meant to keep people or animals out, they are more suitable to keep livestock in one section of the property and away from another. Equestrian fencing, for example, has evolved over the decades. The use of wooden poles and connecting horizontal cross beams has been fairly successful over the years. However, with the structure’s evolution, we can now precast the barrier for you. Our concrete ranch rail fencing is manufactured using only the best quality ingredients and is owner-supervised and product tested along with our full range of concrete walling solutions.

 

7 Advantages of using Concrete Ranch Rail Fencing

Our concrete barriers are sturdy and strong. They are available in 1.2m in height, and each section contains three strong barriers to keep your livestock contained. Here are seven more advantages:

  1. They are a durable, long-lasting solution which will last for decades.
  2. There is almost no maintenance unless you wish to paint them as and when you feel the need.
  3. There are no wooden components, so they cannot rot and do not need to be varnished or protected seasonally from moisture or UV damage.
  4. It is more environmentally friendly (being cast only once) and lasts for years.
  5. There are no trees that need to be felled for repairs for years to come.
  6. In the unlikely event of damage or a car crashing into them, repairs are quick and easy.
  7. As a long-term investment, it is far more affordable than alternative solutions.

 

At MFB Walling, we have been manufacturing, distributing, and installing concrete walling for more than 27 years. Our skilled, professional installers are fastidious when it comes to the installation process. If you are looking for paddock enclosures or cement ranch rail fencing, contact us for affordable rates.

CONCRETE PALISADE FENCING – EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

CONCRETE PALISADE FENCING – EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

by | May 8, 2023 | Concrete Palisade Fencing

One of our many specialities at MFB Walling is the manufacture, production and installation of superior-quality concrete palisade fencing. Our experience, expertise and attention to detail confirm that we have refined the process of mixing, setting, curing and installing concrete walling. The additives and ingredients we use to manufacture durable concrete products guarantee that our concrete fencing options will remain in place for decades to come.

Our industrial, commercial and domestic concrete palisade fencing is a high-quality, cost-effective solution that is perfect for a first line of defence in securing the boundary of your property. This security walling structure consists of concrete posts (or poles) firmly set into the ground that support vertical rails which, in turn, support vertical cement pillars. When these elements are securely bolted together, they form an almost impenetrable barrier which is difficult to ascend and aids in deterring intruders from scaling them to gain access to your property and possessions.

 

6 Facts You Need to Know About Concrete Palisade Fencing

At MFB Walling, we are meticulous about the quality of all our concrete products and associated accessories. Our concrete palisade fencing offerings are manufactured in 1.8m and 2.4m heights, forming a formidable barrier once assembled. They are quicker to install than other perimeter fencing solutions and provide our clients with an almost instant security solution.

Here are an additional six interesting facts that you need to know:

  1. Aesthetically Pleasing: Although robust, these walling solutions are attractive. They provide visibility through the fence allowing residential owners to enjoy the view beyond the barrier and security personnel to observe threats from a distance in commercial or industrial areas.
  2. Longevity: Our palisade fencing solutions are manufactured to last for decades. Once installed, the barrier will remain in place for as long as you need it, far surpassing alternative solutions.
  3. Low Maintenance: Our manufacturing techniques ensure an attractively finished wall. It requires little to no maintenance for the duration of its lifespan. Unless you wish to colour-code the structure to your corporate colours or to match your home, it will remain practically maintenance-free.
  4. Weather-resistant: Concrete palisade fencing is sturdy and strong. Our product is built to withstand the harshest African weather conditions, ensuring perimeter protection no matter where you are on the continent.
  5. Visually Imposing with Zero Scrap Value: Our standard heights of 1.8m and 2.4m have an imposing visual impact on any potential intruder. Our walls, possibly topped with razor wire, immediately aid in deterring an attempt to scale the barrier. Additionally, concrete has zero scrap value, which deters vandalism and theft.
  6. Quality Assured at Affordable Rates: Our concrete walling solutions are professionally engineered at our premises under strict supervision and quality-controlled conditions. This is why we can maintain consistently superior concrete products at cost-effective prices.

 

Why Consider MFB Walling?

For more than a quarter of a century, we at MFB Walling have been manufacturing premium concrete products and producing and supplying only the best-quality associated products. Our offerings include an entire range of vibracrete walling solutions along with concrete palisade fencing, steel gates and more. If you require a quotation, contact us for affordable barrier solutions.

WHAT IS A STOP NONSENSE WALL?

WHAT IS A STOP NONSENSE WALL?

by | May 8, 2023 | Stop Nonsense

A stop nonsense wall is any barrier, fence or wall enclosing a predetermined area to prevent, hinder or deter entry into the enclosed space. In the past, African tribes used these types of enclosures (kraal’s or ucingo’s) as a defence against savage carnivores and other dangers from harming their families and livestock. The Voortrekkers made a barrier, called lagers, with their ox-wagons between their kinfolk and possessions and dangerous animals and other threats for the same reason.

Today, the phrase is used to define a concrete wall (or similar fence or boundary) surrounding a property, building or house. The word “nonsense” could be used to describe several inconveniences and hazards, from the irritating sound of passing traffic, the noise created by the kids next door or the prying eyes of the neighbours to more serious threats like armed intrusions or burglars attempting to gain access into the property. Precast concrete walling topped with the appropriate spikes or razor wire as a stop nonsense wall goes a long way to prevent or deter these scenarios.

The fencing specialists at MFB Walling explain the various applications of stop nonsense walls.

 

8 Reasons for Wanting a Precast Concrete Stop Nonsense Wall

  • Precast concrete walls are a great noise barrier and will deflect sound resonating from outside the property, minimising audio pollution inside the premises.
  • Stop nonsense walls are most often used as a first line of defence as boundary walls, but they might also be used to subdivide the property into segments, like separating the front yard from the back or enclosing a swimming pool area.
  • On commercial or industrial sites, it can separate receiving or delivery areas from dispatch and distribution zones.
  • Stop nonsense walling may not only be used to enclose a property. The individual struts (or poles) and slabs may be constructed as walls for a garden storage unit, garage or tool shed.
  • Concrete palisade or ranch rail fences are also used to enclose stock or equipment on building sites or can demarcate security checkpoint offices.
  • Additionally, on long-term construction or contracting sites, this type of walling can be used to enclose mess halls, recreation rooms, ablution and bathroom facilities, training rooms, administration offices and more.
  • MFB Walling precast concrete walling is constructed off-site in a controlled environment to ensure consistency in quality and to avoid delays in construction due to adverse onsite conditions.
  • One of the principal reasons why you would need a precast concrete stop nonsense wall is that it can be interchanged with other products. If you require a solid wall surrounding the circumference of your property, the order would be fulfilled as such. However, if you needed a portion of the wall to be see-through for aesthetic, observation or security reasons, the barrier can be interchanged with concrete palisade fencing, which is as formidable as a solid stop nonsense wall. For example, a solid back and side wall configuration and a slatted front wall allow for transparency and security. 

 

Choose MFB Walling Every Time

Since 1996, MFB Walling has assisted owners, engineers, contractors and construction companies to subdivide, separate and protect their properties with distinction. Using our specialised precast techniques, unique ingredients and professional installation, our stop nonsense walls can be built to last for generations. If you need a stop nonsense wall, consult with the experts at MFB Walling.

HOW LONG DO PRECAST WALLS LAST?

HOW LONG DO PRECAST WALLS LAST?

by | May 8, 2023 | Precast Walling

Many people have lived their entire lives in a house surrounded by precast walls without having to do much maintenance to it besides a lick of paint every five years or so. The sense of security and privacy it provides gives them a level of comfort in the knowledge that their first line of defence is strong and durable and will last forever. But how long is ‘forever’ and just how long will vibracrete walling last? 

Masters of the trade at MFB Walling answer this question for you.

How are Quality Precast Walls Made?

Before we can discuss how long prefab walling will last, we first need to investigate how they are made, since the very answer to its longevity is the result of how it is manufactured. Precast professionals have spent decades following precise recipes of their very own blend of concrete mixtures and manufacturing techniques to produce perfect posts, slabs and panels for strong and durable walls. They have evolved through the years, adjusting these recipes with additives as modern science has developed them, further adding to the wall’s longevity. Without revealing too many secrets, we explain the process of how precast walls are made.

The quality and durability of concrete products depend on several factors, including the concrete blend ratios of sand, cement, water, certain additives, and the curing process. Curing is when the concrete mixture dries and hardens. Ideally, the perfect curing conditions are around 80 to 85% moisture at 10 degrees Celsius. In some areas in South Africa, these perfect conditions are not always available. However, the ranges of high and low humidity levels vary. If the air is not too dry and the mixture not too wet, the curing process will be just fine, delivering an ideal, quality product.

Although the basic mix of the concrete remains similar from one manufacturer to the next, certain additives may benefit the end result. Some precast walling companies add these ingredients to their mix to increase its strength and permeability. Permeability (or porosity) is the amount of water that enters the cured product. The goal is to prevent water from entering the finished product. The additives help raise the compressive strength of the product while improving its ability to resist water and moisture penetration.

At MFB Walling, the concrete pouring is done at our premises, and we can control the conditions under which the walling is manufactured to ensure that all the relevant processes are followed precisely. We also manage the curing process and ensure that the mixture is just right. Additionally, we control the quality of our products. We never allow substandard walling or concrete fencing to leave our premises – so we know that each pillar, post and slab that leaves our site will last for decades if maintained correctly.

 

Who to Turn to for Precast Walls

The walling specialists at MFB Walling have been manufacturing vibracrete walling and other concrete products using our ‘secret recipe’ since 1996. Many other products may falter but our precast walls will stand the test of time. Our specific blend of sand, cement, water and other additives will ensure minimum porosity and maximum durability for generations to come. Surround yourself with the security and strength of MFB Walling. We offer the best quality walling at the most competitive prices. Contact us today to protect your assets tomorrow.

HINTS AND TIPS ON HOW TO CLEAN VIBRACRETE WALLS

HINTS AND TIPS ON HOW TO CLEAN VIBRACRETE WALLS

by | May 8, 2023 | Precast Walling

Whether it surrounds your business or your home, your vibracrete walls are your first line of defence and keeping them in a respectable condition is important. There are times it represents your brand, your company name and your reputation and, at other times, they must be neat and tidy to complement a well-maintained home. They are built to last decades but, through the years, they may tarnish, get stained by the elements or be subjected to vandalism. 

MFB Walling, the professional manufacturers of precast concrete walling, would like to provide you with a few hints and tips on how to maintain your boundary wall.

5 Ways to Clean Your Vibracrete Walls

The presentation of your property is important for many different reasons. It may influence decisions of whether you receive new business or not, it might neaten the appearance of your home and even increase the value of your property.

Keeping the fencing clean and free of dirt or defacing may take a little time and elbow grease. However, the results of clean perimeter fencing are immediately apparent. Collect your cleaning materials and follow these five handy hints:

  1. Hand and Spatula Scraping: The easiest form of cleaning your vibracrete wall is cleaning smaller sections of dirt like clay, paste, tar or other sticky substances. In these instances, use ice to cool the substance, making it more brittle. Use a spatula or chisel to remove the unwanted mess.
  2. Hand Washing: This is the most common cleaning method for vibracrete walls. This method is time-consuming but ideal for short sections of walling. Use only pH-neutral products, anti-bacterial cleaners and alkaline cleaners for detergent and ensure that the wall has been appropriately sealed before you commence. Water, the correct detergent and a little manual work will assist in sprucing the wall right up. If it is dog or other animal urine stains that you are attempting to remove, ensure that you use a good quality anti-bacterial cleaner as it was made for this purpose.
  3. High-Pressure Washing: The quickest way to get your concrete wall looking brand new is by using a high-pressure water washer. They are simple to use and their effects are immediately noticeable. It will power away most forms of dirt and the water has no corrosive effects on the surface of the walls. If you do not own a pressure washer, you can rent one for a day or two.
  4. Sand Blasting: A method best left to the professionals, sandblasting should be reserved for extreme situations such as paint spills, extreme graffiti or pre-sealing before painting.
  5. Painting: A personal choice may be to clean the wall by painting the surface with corporate colours or to colour code it with your house. Any of the above cleaning techniques may be used to prepare the walls before painting, but just remember to pre-seal and follow the user instructions on the paint tins before getting started.

Since 1996, we at MFB Walling have been committed to offering only the best quality precast and vibracrete walls from our premises in Putfontein on the East Rand, Gauteng. For expert advice and exceptional service, contact our team of professionals for a quotation today. MFB Walling – walling specialists you can trust.