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Fence Tensioner

Fence Tensioner

Always return all tools clean please. Do not overtension, beware of backlash. Ask our friendly staff to explain how to use this tool. - its easy - when you know how. Never allow an inexperienced person to operate this equipment. Have you used one before? is it wire strands or wire mesh? (different method in pulling) locate the spool at the far end of the stretch. Lay it on the ground and cut the banding. With the end of the spool firmly in your grasp, slowly pull the wire along the inside of the fence line to the other terminal post while another installer keeps constant pressure and control on the spool, never letting out of his control. Install an end band at the base of the terminal post. The ears of the band pointed to the other terminal post. With your pliers, bend a one foot section of tension wire around the nut and bolt located in the end band. Wrap the tension wire around itself with tightly wound loops at least four times. It is important that you don’t leave loose loops around the wire because when tension is applied the wire may come unraveled. Make sure that you leave at least a one foot section to wrap around the wire. Tension wire is so rigid that unless you have a good piece of wire to get a hold of while wrapping, you will quickly become frustrated. Cut away any tails. At the other end of the stretch, pull the spool past the terminal post and estimate how much wire you will need to complete the stretch. Cut the wire. Place and end band at the base of the terminal post. A fence tensioner includes a bracket adapted to be secured to a fence post, if not used before the operator must come in for training.
- If we deliver you must phone for collection please - we do not automatically collect.
- Machines are not insured, if not returned you will need to pay for the full replacement.
- Make sure you know how to use the tools. Ask if you need help, our friendly staff will assist. Also, make sure of safety requirements.
- Hires are charged for time out – not time used. Minimum 1 day (1 day = 24 hrs)
- Scaffold is charged weekly, all other tools daily.
- Tools must be returned Clean please. e.g., if you paint onto a ladder, we charge for cleaning.
- Negligent damages get charged separately.
- Consumables not used, may be returned for refund.
- Only use heavy-duty extension leads, not thin household leads.
- If you pay by cash we can refund in cash, if you pay by card we refund onto the card. (we can't refund onto debit cards) - Card refunds can take up to 10 days.
- Weekend hire starts after 2 pm Friday until 9 am Monday = 1day charge. ( Sundays are free) If you are late on Monday it is for 2 days.
- If you keep machines for a long time we can give you a better rate, discuss with your hire controller in store.

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Festive season trading hours

  • All Branches Close on 18 Dec 5pm for new Hires
  • Only open on 19 for outstanding returns
  • Equipment not returned on time will be billed until we open again on 6th.

Southfield and Paarden Eiland Branches
Closed from 20 Dec and will reopen on 6 January 2025

Brackenfell Branch

Open with full service incl. deliveries on:

27, 28, 30 Dec and 2, 3 and 4Jan from 8am – 11am

Thanks to all our regular clients for your support in 2024 !
Have a wonderful festive season and best wishes for 2025.