Booth #659 - General Wire - Have a Cigar

Come by booth #659 today (Thu 2/18) and get a real treat.  As they have in the past , General Wire has hired a profesional cigar roller, stop by and see him do his thing and bring home a hand rolled cigar for after dinner.

Booth #557 - Payne Fence Products Announces Company Name Change To Betafence USA

While many in the industry are familiar with the name and products of Payne Fence Products, the company unveiled a new look and a new name at FenceTech 2010 as Betafence USA.

“More than a year ago, we became part of the Betafence group of companies,” said Betafence USA President and CEO John Payne. “This change in company name reflects our ability to provide our customers the world’s greatest range of proven fence solutions for applications from residential fencing to high security protection.”

“We believed that our industry’s largest exhibition was the ideal time and location to announce the change in company name,” Payne said. “Here, we are able to show attendees – face-to-face – that not only are we committed to continuing a tradition of excellence in U.S. production, but that I and other members of our management and staff are firmly in place to serve our customers.”

Betafence USA manufactures the widest standard selection of Security and Architectural Metal Fence products in the industry, including the patented Guardian Fence System®, and an additional 16 patents pending in the United States and more than 30 patents pending internationally for security fence and barrier solutions.

Betafence is the largest manufacturer and distributor of fencing in the world, with a history dating back to 1880. The company operates 12 production facilities around the globe and has more than 2,000 employees.

To learn more about Betafence USA, call (972) 878-7000, or visit the company’s website: www.BetafenceUSA.com.

Booth #1453 Fortress Iron™ presents Versai2, ProSeries Hardware, Specialty Gates and ReadySET Cement & Grout at FenceTech’10

Fortress Iron™ presents Versai2, ProSeries Hardware, Specialty Gates and ReadySET Cement & Grout at FenceTech’10

Fortress Iron™ understands the needs of fence professionals and has stepped up to the challenge to meet those needs.  Each product line introduced at FenceTech’10 has been developed as professional grade products that encompass quality as well as function.

Versai™ Commercial Fence (V2) 

Designed by professionals for professionals

V2 is the embodiment of innovation for ornamental commercial steel fence. Designed to be easily installed and built to last demanding commercial conditions, V2 does it all.   

ProSeries Gate Hardware

Innovation that works

Fortress ProSeries Gate Hardware’s patent pending technology clamps completely around posts and uprights to create the strongest and most secure connection any hardware can offer.  All hinges and latches are designed and developed by industry professionals to complement Fortress Gates for durable and smoothly operating gate systems. 

Fortress Specialty Gates

Make a Grand Entrance

Fortress Specialty Gates are custom built to meet each individual entry need to fit any size or design in mind.  From grand entrances to simple access gates, Fortress can provide the perfect gate solution in a broad range of premium finishes.

ReadySET Cement & Grout

Don’t waste time waiting for concrete to cure!

ReadySET Cement and Grout is a commercial grade gypsum-based cement that can be used as a concrete admixture to accelerate cure time or a self-leveling grout for sleeved posts.  Fence professionals can now install posts and fence panels in the same day!

For additional information regarding new products, visit us at FenceTech’10 Booth #1453 or our website (www.fortressiron.com).

Booth # 362 IDEAL Welding Systems

IDEAL Welding Systems provides resistance welding equipment for fencing.  Fully Automatic Production Machinery for the manufactures of wire welded fencing.  Namely: Security Fencing. 358 Prison Mesh, Agricultural Fencing, Airport Fencing, Domestic Fencing, Temporary Fencing, Architectural Fencing.  All equipment "Taylor made to suit your needs"

Booth #259 - Geobrugg Security Engineering presents the FENCEBOX rapid deployment fencing system

Geobrugg and its distribtuors (Universal Safety Response for the US and Palisade Fence Systems for Canada) will be exhibiting the FENCEBOX rapid deployment fencing system.  FENCEBOX is a revolutionary solution for temporary fencing and crowd control situations.  The system consists of up to 165 linear feet of fencing that is stored in a lockable steel box.  Unlike any other fencing system in the world, the fencing is deployed using a hand crank system in the box.  This allows two people to fully install 165 feet of fencing in about 10 minutes.  The same crank system allows for tear down of the fence to go just as quickly. 

 

FENCEBOX does not use any ordinary chainlink mesh.  It uses Geobrugg's patented ROMBO Mesh.  

ROMBO is a steel wire mesh that is fabricated with high tensile strength steel.  This results in a strength that is approximately 4 times greater than conventional meshes, and a higher cutting resistance.  This high strength also means greater durability.  The ROMBO Mesh can stand up to significant abuse and physical impact without any permanent deformation or need for mesh replacment. 

 

The FENCEBOX system is available in standard heights ranging from 3' to 6.5', with custom sizes also available.  Multiple FENCEBOXES can be linked together to create an uninterrupted fence of any length; and a variety of post, end piece, and gate options allows for use in mobile, temporary, semi-permanent, and permanent applications including attachment to existing fences or buildings.  This versatility makes FENCEBOX an ideal solution for use by police/security forces or event/facility staff in sports stadiums, arenas, major events, construction sites, or any situation where temporary security or crowd control is needed.  The speed of deployment, enhanced security, flexibility of use, and durability make FENCEBOX a cost-effective alternative wherever temporary fencing is used. 

Booth # 533 - Hill & Smith Medium and High Security Fence Solutions

Hill and Smith Perimeter Solutions

Medium and High Security fence solutions including Playsafe-BT and Styleguard-VB Ornamental fence.  Designed with safety in mind and available in a range of 6 colors, PLAYSAFE complements a stimulating environment with additional safety and security.  Hill & Smith PLAYSAFE Bow Top has been designed with safety in mind. PLAYSAFE meets the requirements of playground equipment, with gaps not exceeding 3.5" and free from any neck entrapments.

Palisade and Stronguard fence systems, bristrom
K 12 rated wire cable fence systems, Interceptor Surface mounted, K rated crash gates and Secureguard 358 and Vguard welded wire mesh fence systems for commercial, industrial, government and military applications,

Come check out all the new products in our booth.

Booth #1147 - D & D Technologies introduces the T-Latch

D&D Technologies has developed nearly 100 innovative gate hardware products since the late ‘80s. Products are designed and manufactured from super-strong engineering polymers in the company’s own facilities, ensuring the highest quality control.

The company’s latest innovation, the T-Latch®, is now in stock and available for shipment.

D&D Senior VP Sales & Marketing Jim Paterson says, “The T-Latch is a versatile, economical floating style gravity latch that outperforms similar latches in numerous ways.

“The T-Latch’s unique toggle-action is remarkably simple and effective,” Paterson adds.

“The floating-style latch bolt toggles vertically to automatically compensate for gate sag and ground movement. The latch is both vertically and horizontally adjustable and has one of our largest horizontal gap variances at 3/8” to 1.3/4”. From our product comparisons, we feel it is one of the most adjustable entry-level gate latches in the world, and as an added bonus, it’s quick and easy to install. The T-Latch is designed to fit any square post metal, vinyl and wood gates.

“Most D&D latches have built-in key locks,” Paterson says, “but as this product was designed as a lower-cost alternative, the T-Latch is locked with the use of a padlock.

“There are innovative features in this new design that makes the T-Latch far superior to ordinary gravity latches,” Paterson says. “Among the advantages are the ability to automatically compensate for gate sag, vertical and horizontal adjustability and a built-in padlock storage feature. Coupled with the product’s stainless steel latch bolt, this latch is built to last.”

Like all D&D manufactured products, the T-Latch is backed with D&D Technologies’ limited Lifetime Warranty.

Booth #1123 - Digger Specialties announce the addition of the Riviera (C30 Series) Railing and Veranda (C70 Series) Railing to our Westbury® Aluminum Railing line

Digger Specialties, Inc.

Digger Specialties, Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of the Riviera (C30 Series) Railing and Veranda (C70 Series) Railing to our Westbury® Aluminum Railing line. The Riviera (C30 Series) incorporates our traditional Tuscany (C10 Series) Railing with an additional rail.

This additional rail gives the option for different top sections…from rings to spindles to open space.
 The Veranda (C70 Series) Railing is our new glass railing system. Our Designer Fencing Series will also be showcased at FenceTech. This fence series is a combination of aluminum and vinyl colors. Visit DSI at booth #1123 for more information.

Booth #1301 Doorking - IP Addressable 1812 AccessPLUS™

DoorKing has introduced the 1812 AccessPLUS Telephone Entry and Access Control System to the market. The new AccessPLUS version expands the product offerings of the company’s very popular 1812 series of telephone intercom systems. The new 1812 AccessPLUS features visitor communication via auto-dialing or intercom mode, card access, live monitoring, live door control and is IP addressable for programming via LAN/WAN or an internet connection.

The new 1812 AccessPLUS is a true “hybrid” system that can be used to establish voice communication in both residential and commercial applications as either an auto-dialer system or a telephone intercom system. The 1812 AccessPLUS will store up to 27 phone numbers when used in the auto-dialer mode, or it can communicate with up to 23 tenants when used as a “No Phone Bill” telephone intercom system. In addition to the voice communication feature, the 1812 AccessPLUS can also serve as a card access system with the capability of connecting up to six card readers to the system via RS-485 protocol.



Additional outstanding features include door lock / unlock schedules, live door monitoring and the ability to lock or unlock a door with the click of a mouse. The 1812 AccessPLUS is IP addressable, using TC/PIP communication for programming via modem, LAN or an Internet connection. The unit comes with powerful and easy to use programming software which allows programming administrators to set up door lock and unlock schedules, assign up to 10 “temporary” access codes and gives them the ability to monitor and provide real time command of access points. Richard Sedivy, DoorKing’s Director of Marketing stated, “Our distributors and dealers are going to love this new hybrid system. They’ll be able to stock a single item that can be used in a variety of applications with many unique features. And with the intuitive and easy to use software that comes with the 1812 AccessPLUS, system administrators and homeowners can monitor their doors and gates, lock or unlock them with a click of the mouse and can even set the unit to provide email notification on selected events.”

Booth #1475 Turnstyle Enterprises’s revolutionary “Armless Gate Opening Systems"

Turnstyle “Armless” Gate Openers™ are gaining popularity in the fence industry due to the numerous benefits and advantages they offer over traditional armed openers. The main advantage these openers offer is versatility. Because of it’s unique armless design, the Turnstyle opener can be used with literally – any type of gate ranging from vinyl to steel and can also be used in center configurations to work with privacy fence, large tube gates and more.



Often referred to as the “invisible” gate opener, the Turnstyle system is more aesthetically pleasing and blends in as an actual part of your gate. To see installation examples as well as videos of these unique openers in action,

Booth #1162 ASTM New Edition of ASTM Standards for Fence Materials and Products

ASTM Internationalhas announced the release of a new edition of “ASTM Standards for Fence Materials and Products,” a compilation featuring the latest fencing and fencing-related standards for all aspects of the fencing industry. The 11th edition includes six new standards and 22 revised standards since it was last published in 2007.

The 48 ASTM International standards included cover the following topics: chain-link and wire fence fabric; fence construction and installation; fences for playgrounds, sports fields, sports courts and other recreational facilities; fence fittings and protective coatings; industrial and commercial horizontal slide gates; fencing materials used in detention and correctional facilities; and design and fabrication of wood fencing.


Architects and fencing manufacturers, contractors and suppliers will find “ASTM Standards for Fence Materials and Products” to be a valuable resource.

Booth #653 BFT US

BFT USA, backed by its head office 25 years of experience, has been distributing in North America, quality CSA/UL approved gate operators for over 10 years. Since October 2006, BFT U.S., Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of BFT S.p.A. of Italy, opened an office in Boca Raton, Florida.  This year at FenceTech they will be showcasing there new products"

PASSY - Hands Free Control System for Automated Gates and Doors

The BFT PASSY is perfect for high end residential applications, small communities and industrial applications (trucks and fork-lift traffic). All the comfort and safety of your automated gates with out lifting a finger for access to your home!
 
 
ECOSOL - Solar Gate Automation Solutions

The new 24V ECOSOL system can be installed with all new and existing BFT 24V systems. It will have the luxury of a 14" x 16" pre-wired large enclosure box with the 24V Libra Control Board UL/CSA with a built in receiver, the ECOSOL interface and 2 - 8 Amp/H batteries.
 
Lux BT 2B 24V DC Linear Hydraulic Arm


Hydraulic Arm Operator powered by 24V DC motor for automation of gates up to 700 lbs and 15 ft. The benefits of the new BFT Lux BT 2B is you can now have affordable battery back up in case of power failure. No need for positive stops thanks to the accurate encoder system which allows you to set the opening/closing limits from the control board. You have anti squashing thanks to the electronic torque adjustment and encoder reading. You can adjust the slowdown on opening/closing from the control board and no need for junction boxes on installation now that there's direct cabling to the operator.
 
Moovi BT 24V DC Barrier Operator


New 24V DC Barrier Arm with an opening/closing time of 1.5 Seconds.



Pre - Wired Large Enclosure Control Box with Battery Back Up for Phobos BT

Booth #1509 - Encon launches groundbreaking new web site at AFA FenceTech’10

Leading wholesale distributor, Encon Electronics is introducing its highly functional, user friendly web site www.enconelectronics.com at the AFA FenceTech show in Orlando, Florida on February 17-19,
 Booth 1509. The new site is a major step in Encon’s ongoing goal to provide their customers with the most advanced and convenient resources in the industry. The primary objective behind this marketing endeavor was to provide 24 hour service and convenience to their customers.