READING NOTES
Map every transition
Label the gate openings, corners, terminal positions and changes in level on a site drawing. Separate these details from the straight fence runs in the material schedule. This helps prevent an apparently complete panel order from arriving without the correct end connections.
Review gate movement
Record whether each gate swings or slides, its opening direction and the required operating space. Have the gate supplier coordinate hinges, catches, stops and supporting posts with the adjacent fence. Check the finished ground profile as part of that review.
DECISION TABLE
Confirm the parameters against the project
Start with the application, then carry the required checks into the enquiry.Swipe horizontally on mobile to view the full table| Decision area | What to assess | Confirm in the enquiry |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Define the actual application | Environment, function and installation |
| Specification | Confirm product and dimensions | Material, specification, quantity and tolerance |
| Delivery | Align packing and destination | Timing, packing, drawings or photos |
Match corner hardware to geometry
Provide the actual corner arrangement rather than assuming every change in direction is identical. The panel ends, clamps and post faces must work together in the selected system. For tensioned mesh, request the supplier's approved termination detail instead of carrying a straight run connection through every corner.
Check the assembly before dispatch
Use labelled drawings and a parts list to verify gate and corner kits. Review a representative connection where dimensions are unfamiliar. At receipt, retain the hardware labels until each location is assembled, making missing components easier to identify without opening every package indiscriminately.
QUOTE CHECKLIST
Prepare for a quote
- Application and safety level
- Total run and segments
- Fence height and opening
- Wire and finish
- Posts, spacing and footing
- Gates, corners and terrain
- Quantity, packing and destination
- Drawings, photos and lead time