What Is a Construction Fence Screen ?
A construction fence screen is primarily used for privacy purposes at construction sites. These fences come in various forms, such as mesh nets made of synthetic fibers or rigid fences made of metal. They are also known by other names such as privacy screens, mesh screens, or wind screens.
Fences made from synthetic fibers are often set up using poles or pipes, making them easy to install. They can be stored and transported in rolls, are lightweight, and easy to handle. These screens can also be easily customized to fit different heights and widths. Designed to withstand various weather conditions and on-site demands, they are durable and robust.
Since these fences are typically used at construction sites, they are generally considered temporary or provisional fences rather than permanent structures.
Applications of Construction Fence Screens
Construction fence screens are mainly used for privacy, preventing unauthorized access, and acting as windbreaks at construction sites. They protect the privacy of the site and provide visual cover for heavy machinery. By clearly zoning the construction area from public sidewalks, they also help ensure pedestrian safety. Moreover, the windbreak effect improves the safety of workers at the site.
In addition to construction sites, these fences are used to conceal backstage areas at events and can also be utilized in various facilities and locations to maintain privacy and security.
Additionally, when company logos or advertisements are printed on the fences, they can provide promotional and branding benefits.
Principles of Construction Fence Screens
1. Mesh Screen
Construction fence screens made from synthetic fiber mesh nets are typically crafted from materials like polyethylene or HDPE (high-density polyethylene). HDPE is a thermoplastic resin with a crystalline structure, characterized by long, linear chains of ethylene with minimal branching. Compared to standard polyethylene, HDPE offers the following properties:
- Superior heat and cold resistance
- Higher rigidity
- Excellent chemical resistance
- Superior electrical properties
- Enhanced mechanical strength
To improve weather resistance, these materials are often treated with UV-resistant coatings. The fences are fitted with grommets for attaching to poles or pipes, with reinforced edges for added strength. Their soft, fabric-like nature allows them to be stored and transported in rolls.
2. Other Types of Construction Fences
Other types of construction fences include plastic or steel fences, as well as chain-link fences. Some are fully opaque, while others feature a skeleton design, with the upper half made of open mesh. In addition to plain designs, there are products designed with colors that blend into the surrounding landscape, such as green, or those decorated with illustrations of trees or yachts. Some fences also come with gates for worker entry and exit.
Types of Construction Fence Screens
There are various types of construction fence screens available. For mesh screen types, a range of colors is offered, including black, dark green, brown, blue, navy, and gray, allowing selection based on the site’s needs. Some products also allow for company logos or advertisements to be printed.
Screen fences come in different shading levels, such as 85%, 88%, 90%, or 92%, allowing for selection based on the required level of coverage. Fabric weight and thickness also offer a wide variety of options. Dimensions vary, with heights ranging from 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet, 7 feet, to 8 feet, and widths from 50 feet, 150 feet, 300 feet, to 600 feet. The mesh material makes it easy to cut on-site to fit specific needs.
For metal screen fences, steel versions and those coated with hot-dip galvanized finishes are available. Galvanized coatings provide excellent durability and corrosion resistance. Unlike mesh screen types, metal fences cannot be easily customized on-site, but they come in various heights and widths, allowing selection based on the site’s requirements. They are used in combination with various connecting fixtures.