The choice of fence is crucial. However, there are many different types of perimeter fences. It may be difficult for you to choose from. This article will give you a detailed introduction to the types of perimeter fences and help you choose the most suitable one for you.
What Is A Perimeter Fence?
A perimeter fence is a fence installed around the perimeter of the site. It is often used to restrict the entry and exit of personnel and vehicles, delineate areas, and provide safety protection.
Compared with other ordinary fences, perimeter fences have stronger structural strength, corrosion resistance, and a good protective effect. They can be used in large outdoor areas and complex climate environments.
Different Types Of Perimeter Fences
Chain Link Fence
Chain link fence is a fence made of metal wire woven into a diamond grid and then fixed to the ground through pillars and crossbars. Its characteristics are a flexible mesh surface, good permeability, and not easy to break. The commonly used materials are galvanized or PVC-coated steel wire, with galvanized steel being a common choice in industrial outdoor scenes.
If you want to purchase a chain-link fence, you had better take notice to that, although its procurement cost is low. Due to its flexible structure, its ability to resist damage and climbing is limited. It is only suitable for scenarios that do not require high protection capabilities for fences.
If your project is high-risk and you want to purchase this fence, you may need additional measures to ensure safety.
Welded Mesh Fence
Welded mesh fence is a common choice in industrial scenarios. It is different from chain link fence in that it uses a welded structure. After arranging the metal wires, it forms a fixed grid through welding and is then installed on the columns.
Due to its welded structure, its mesh is not easily deformed. If the mesh size of the welded mesh fence is large, there may still be room for climbing. You can increase the difficulty of climbing by reducing the mesh holes.
Welded mesh fence is a balanced option. It combines rigidity, visibility, appearance, and safety. Its cost is slightly higher than ordinary chain-link fences, and it is often used in industrial parks and commercial facilities.
358 Security Fence
358 security fence has strong protection capabilities. It is a welded mesh fence specifically designed for high-security scenarios. Its biggest feature is that the mesh size is very small. Therefore, it is tall, and its protective effect is good.
Meanwhile, our 358 security fence adopts industrial-grade anti-corrosion technology. It is resistant to acid and alkali, sun exposure, and low temperatures, and is suitable for various harsh environments. Its service life is longer than ordinary fences. For scenarios that require high-standard protection capabilities, such as airports, power plants, and classified scenes, its adaptability is very high.
Although the mesh size of the 358 security fence has been reduced, it still maintains good visibility. If you want both high protection and high visibility, then choosing it is not wrong.
Palisade Fence
Palisade fences are mainly composed of steel sheet piles, columns, and cross braces. It is different from the previous fences in that it is not a mesh structure, but a row of rigid boards. Palisade fences have some visibility, but generally their visibility is lower than that of a 358 security fence. Generally speaking, the top of the pile is designed with spikes. This design can serve as a deterrent and increase the difficulty of crossing over.
Palisade fences have the characteristics of being waterproof, rust-proof, having a stable structure, and not being easily deformed. If your project is located in heavy industry factories, high-level work sites, and industrial and mining enterprises with strong structural strength and resistance to damage, a palisade fence is a good choice.
Most palisade fences have a design with spikes at the top of the pile body. This design can serve as a deterrent and increase the difficulty of crossing over. If you want to purchase it, you need to be aware that this pointed design may not be suitable for all scenarios. You need to gather information in advance to confirm whether it is compliant.
Ornamental Metal Fence
Ornamental metal fence, as the name suggests, is a type of metal fence that combines decoration and protection. It forms a more ornamental fence through decorative columns, crossbars, railings, and top design.
Its main feature is high ornamental value, suitable for scenes that require appearance and safety protection. It is worth noting that the protective effect of an ornamental metal fence is average. If your project is a high-risk, high-security industrial protection scenario, it is best not to choose it.
Privacy Fence
The privacy fence isolation fence is made of fully enclosed panels with no gaps. This is the biggest difference between it and the other five types of fences. It can completely block the environment inside the protected area, thereby achieving privacy protection, sound insulation, and dust prevention effects. Its characteristics are easy installation, strong sealing, and convenient maintenance.
If your project requires visual isolation and privacy protection, then you should choose it. But it also has the disadvantage of high wind load, and at the same time, installing such fences generally requires stronger columns and foundations.
Quick Comparison Table
This is a quick comparison table of the above five perimeter fences for your reference.
| Perimeter Fence Type | Protection Strength | Corrosion Resistance | Installation Difficulty | Main Materials |
| Chain Link Fence | Basic protection | Good | Simple and fast | Galvanized steel wire, PVC-coated steel wire |
| Welded Mesh Fence | Moderate protection | Excellent | Moderate | High carbon steel wire, hot-dip galvanized+impregnated steel |
| 358 Security Fence | Ultra-high protection | Excellent | Moderate to high | Coarse diameter high-strength steel wire, hot-dip galvanized + spray-coated steel |
| Palisade Fence | High protection | Excellent | Moderate to high | Stamped hot-rolled steel plate, galvanized steel column |
| Ornamental Metal Fence | Basic moderate protection | Good | Moderate | Aluminum alloy, wrought iron, stainless steel |
| Privacy Fence | Basic protection | Moderate | Simple | PVC sheet, galvanized steel sheet, composite sheet |
The Applications Of Different Perimeter Fences
The application range of perimeter fences is very wide, and you can see their presence in various industries.
Factory
Factories usually have the characteristics of open spaces, dense equipment, and a large number of personnel. Many factories use fences to isolate and protect production equipment, warehouses, production line areas, etc. For ordinary peripheral areas, most factories choose Welded Mesh. It has good protective effect and corrosion resistance, and can be used outdoors for a long time. For most daily security isolation and personnel flow control needs, it can meet them. Meanwhile, its procurement cost is not high, making it suitable for large-scale purchases.
But if you want to protect high-risk production workshops or hazardous material areas, we recommend choosing a palisade fence. It has a stronger protective effect and is not easily damaged.
Warehouse And Logistics Center
The main risks faced by warehouses and logistics centers are cargo theft, unauthorized vehicle entry, and nighttime security issues. Most ordinary logistics parks choose chain-link fences and welded mesh fences. The procurement cost of these two types of fences is relatively low. But if the price of the goods in your warehouse is relatively high, you can also choose a higher protection-level perimeter fence accordingly.
Construction Site
Construction sites are high-frequency locations where perimeter fences are used. Due to their temporary nature and limited construction period, construction sites often require fences that can be quickly erected, disassembled, and reused. Most construction sites choose chain-link fences and welded mesh fences. Their procurement cost is relatively low, and they are easy to install and disassemble. After the project is completed, they can be recycled and reused, with high cost-effectiveness.
How To Choose The Right Perimeter Fence?
If you want to choose a suitable perimeter fence for your project, it’s best to consider multiple factors comprehensively. Blind selection not only leads to wastage of funds, but may also result in insufficient protective effects, inability to pass inspections, and high costs in the later stages. The following selection method is for your reference.
Security Protection Level
Before choosing a perimeter fence, you must determine the risk level of the site. The fence should match the risk level of the site. For scenarios with lower risks, choosing a chain-link fence and a welded mesh fence is sufficient. A palisade fence is recommended for areas with medium to high risk. For areas with high risks or high protection requirements, the 358 security fence with the best protection effect should be selected.
Budget
Budget is one of the most important influencing factors when choosing a perimeter fence. If your project is a large-scale ordinary infrastructure or temporary engineering, then you can choose chain link fence and welded mesh fence, which have higher cost-effectiveness. But if your project is a key security project, then you should increase your budget appropriately and choose a perimeter fence with better protection effect.
Project Lifecycle
Depending on the project timeline, different perimeter fences can also be selected. Short-term temporary projects can use chain link fence to reduce costs. For sites with long project cycles or long-term permanent use, we recommend choosing welded mesh fences, 358 security fences, and palisade fences that have a long service life and good corrosion resistance.
Acceptance Criteria
Different regions have different security standards. Before choosing a perimeter fence, it is best to consider specific standards and requirements when making a selection. This can help you avoid wasting funds and making later changes to the greatest extent possible.
FAQ
What Are The Common Materials For Perimeter Fences?
Common materials for perimeter fences include hot-dip galvanized steel wire, PVC-coated steel wire, aluminum alloy, stainless steel, hot-rolled steel plate, PVC sheet, and composite sheet.
Among them, hot-dip galvanized steel is the most commonly used material, which is usually used in combination with immersion/spray anti-corrosion coatings. Its corrosion resistance and aging resistance are good, and its overall cost performance is the highest. PVC and composite panels are mostly used for privacy fences. Ornamental metal fences typically use aluminum alloy and stainless steel.
AnPing has a variety of materials. If you want to customize your fence, please feel free to contact us, and we can provide you with customized solutions.
Which Perimeter Fence Has The Longest Lifespan?
Generally speaking, 358 security fences and palisade fences have the longest service life. Both types of perimeter fences use steel with dual anti-corrosion technology. Under normal outdoor usage conditions, their lifespan can reach over 15 years. If your project takes a long time, these two types of fences are very suitable.
At the same time, we can also add anti-corrosion processes to other fences to enhance their anti-corrosion capabilities. If you have such a need, you can consult us.
Can Perimeter Fences Be Installed On Uneven Or Sloping Ground?
Generally speaking, mesh-style fences such as chain link fence, welded mesh fence, and 358 security fence can be adapted to different terrains with the help of adjustable columns and brackets. But a privacy fence made of solid boards is difficult to adapt to floors with steep slopes.
If the terrain of your venue is unique, you can contact us. We can design customized solutions for you to meet your needs to the fullest extent possible.
Do Perimeter Fences Need Regular Maintenance?
The daily maintenance workload of most perimeter fences that have undergone hot-dip galvanizing and spray coating processing is very small. If your perimeter fence has a relatively long service life, we suggest that you check the pillars, welds, and fasteners at least once a year.
In addition, if your project environment is particularly special, such as a dusty environment or a heavily polluted area, you need to increase the frequency of inspections.
What Is The Recommended Height For The Perimeter Fence Of Industrial Sites?
For most ordinary industrial sites, a height of 1.8-2.4 meters is sufficient to meet the demand. For sites with high security levels such as power stations and airports, a fence of 2.5-3.0 meters is usually required, sometimes even higher. Some projects will also add concertina razor wire to the top of the fence to further enhance its protective capabilities.
Final Thought
Different types of perimeter fences have their own advantages, and there is no absolute good or bad. AnPing has rich experience in the fence industry. If you want to purchase high-quality perimeter fences, please feel free to contact us. We can provide customized selection solutions based on your needs.
