When you build a new fence, you want it to last a long time and avoid putting more time, energy, and money into the project than necessary - right? If you answered “yes,” we agree! However, to do that, a basic understanding of wire terms is critical to determine which wire is best for your situation. Tensile strength is one of the features we pay close attention to when selecting different wires for specific projects. You need a wire that will stay tight long after the fence...

Hinge-joint wire fence, commonly known as “Field Fence,” has been a part of the fencing landscape for many years. As one of the first woven wire options on the market after the introduction of barbed wire, “field fence” continues to be a mainstay phrase in conversations about building new fences and protecting your pastures, managing your pastures, and guarding your property. There are features to choose from with your field fence options when you make your final...

Maintaining your fence all year round is an important task, but spring is a great time to dedicate time to ensure your fence is in tip-top shape to ensure a strong, long-lasting fence. By taking care of your fence, and the area around it, you are able to decrease the amount of stress put on the fence, helping it last longer. Tip #1: Keep Weeds Down We first recommend keeping the weeds down around the fence. By keeping the weeds down, you decrease the chance of overgrowth climbing...

When it comes to the longevity of your fence, the type of wire coating indicates whether your fence lasts for 20 years or more, or if it will begin to show rust as soon as winter is over. Without a zinc-based coating, not even the strongest wire can withstand the natural elements that cause steel to corrode and rust. To protect the wire, a zinc coating is applied. There are three common levels of zinc coating used in the United States. Commercial: This coating will start to...

Dealers - this blog is for you! As a dealer, there are many reasons why you should keep your fence supplies stocked throughout the year. The biggest reason is that it will help your retail business avoid a stock-out, which can result in a potential loss of sales. At Pasture Management, we are proud to maintain higher levels of wire, gates, accessories, and equipment inventory than most manufacturers to make sure we have the product to ship...

When it comes to building a long-lasting woven-wire fence, there are three main types to consider: fixed knot, s-knot, and hinge joint. Each type has its own strengths and unique uses that it is best for certain situations. Here is a run-down on the difference between these three types of fence. Fixed knot wire is the strongest and long-lasting agricultural wire available for fencing. Because of its solid, one-piece vertical wire, this type of woven wire has superior strength. These...

Have you ever gone shopping for fencing wire and seen a bunch of numbers on the label but are not 100% sure what they all mean? If so, this blog is for you. Fence wire uses a specific pattern of numbers to explain the specs of the fence. Just glancing at it, they start to look very similar and become a bit overwhelming. Understanding what the pattern of numbers means can help you decide which type of wiring will best fit your project. All Pasture Management woven wire products use...