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Recent Projects with Unique Applications

June 15, 2016Edmund Rose

Trex Fencing is Versatile and Compatible with Various Materials

 

We love project photos and it’s always interesting to see how customers use their creativity to come up with unique designs using the Trex fencing product. Here are some recent examples of these types of projects.

 

Bamboo used as pickets for a fenceTrex Fencing with Bamboo. For this particular installation in Miami, Florida, the homeowner wanted a completely distinct look and chose to combine Trex fencing with bamboo in between the posts and rails. This gave the fence some transparency with a combination of finished and rustic elements.

 

 

 

 

 

Trex Fence Posts with Ornamental Panels Around PoolTrex Posts for a Pool Fence. Previously, we’ve highlighted how good Trex posts look with ornamental metal panels. Here’s an example of an installation near Clovis, California around a pool where the Trex posts provide a substantial and colorful appearance to compliment the iron panels. The contractor easily attached the panels to the Trex posts using mounting brackets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Security and privacy fencing for charging stationTrex for Utility Enclosures. The industrial look of utilities such as HVAC units or electrical chargers can feel out of place or distracting to the eye in areas where aesthetics are important. Fencing or screening helps to cover the view of these machines and Trex is particularly appealing as a solution because it provides full opacity and an attractive finish. Here is an example of a utility enclosure in Nevada using 8′ tall Trex fencing. The other side has gates to allow access to the equipment.

 

 

 

 

Panera Bread Dumpster Enclosure Using Trex GatesTrex for Dumpster Gates. Like utility enclosures, Trex is often specified by architects for dumpster gates specifically for the reasons of aesthetics and durability. Here is a project for a Panera Bread location in Boardman, Ohio. In this case, the opening was approximately 16 ft., so the contractor built a welded back frame and used Trex fencing on the front. The interlocking pickets were attached to the frame using self-tapping screws and then the fasteners were covered up by the rails.

 

 

 

Filed Under: Commercial Fencing, Creativity, Fence Posts, Ornamental Fencing, Project Spotlight, Residential Fencing Tagged With: Bamboo, Creative Fencing, Dumpster Gates, Ornamental Fencing, Utility Enclosure

Project Spotlight: La Comunidad de Ninos School (Santa Fe, New Mexico)

May 2, 2016Edmund Rose

trex-fencing-santa-fe-new-mexicoThe Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) of the State of New Mexico recently selected Trex fencing for La Comunidad de los Ninos, an early education center in Santa Fe, New Mexico. La Comunidad de los Ninos provides Head Start and Early Head Start preschool services.

 

The project was facilitated by the Lowe’s installation program and included approximately 360 ft. of 3-6 ft. tall fencing and gates around a playground area. Trex Seclusions composite fencing was selected because it met the requirements of the CYFD, including complete privacy. The school selected Saddle, a color which will blend with the earth-tones of the school buildings and surrounding environment.

 

Because Trex completely restricts visibility between pickets, it is a popular privacy barrier for schools, enclosures, and commercial projects in general. It is also exceptionally durable: it will not rot, crack, or warp, and it is much more resistant to breakage than other manufactured materials such as vinyl fencing.

 

Privacy Fencing for School Playground
Privacy fencing for pre-school
Privacy fencing for pre-school
Privacy fencing for pre-school, Santa Fe New Mexico

Filed Under: Commercial Fencing, Government Fencing, Project Spotlight Tagged With: Head Start Program, La Comunidad de los Ninos, Lowe's, Project Spotlight, Santa Fe New Mexico, Schools

Project Spotlight: Walgreens Installation by Kent Fence (Topeka KS)

April 26, 2016Edmund Rose

Fence by Kent Fence Company of Topeka KansasNEWS RELEASE (DP) – Topeka, KS. Nine months after the installation of over 800’ of 8’ high Trex Seclusions at the Walgreens in southwest Topeka, reviews are pouring in. “You wouldn’t believe the compliments,” said Tom Kent, owner of Kent Fence Co. “It’s the first time we worked with the product. It’s also the first major job in the Topeka that includes Trex. But we suspect this will really lead to a lot more, especially with all of the homeowners who see it driving by. Any fence that can hold up in the 80-90 mph Kansas winds like this (Trex) is really a good product.”

 

Kent Fence Co. is a family owned and operated business that has been in business since 1977. Kent prides itself that there is no job too small or too large. Tom credits the combination of residential fencing and commercial projects which have allowed our company to grow to about 380 jobs a year.

 

“Walgreens was not an easy installation. It starts on top of a retaining wall, with downhill slope,” said Kent. “We figured out how to work with it and it came out really good. Everyone involved is really happy with it.”

 

Tom is one of five Kents who have contributed to the company’s history. Presently, Mark Kent is the Sales and Operations Manager and David Kent is the Senior Working Foreman.

 

The success of this project bodes well for both Trex Fencing and Kent Fence going forward in Tom’s estimation. For more information on this project and on Trex fencing from Kent Fence Co., contact  the company at: (785) 233-2291.

 

Trex fencing installed by Kent Fence for Walgreens in Topeka Kansas
Trex fencing installed by Kent Fence for Walgreens in Topeka Kansas

Trex fencing installed by Kent Fence for Walgreens in Topeka Kansas
Trex fencing installed by Kent Fence for Walgreens in Topeka Kansas
Trex fencing installed by Kent Fence for Walgreens in Topeka Kansas

 

Filed Under: Commercial Fencing, Project Spotlight, Selling Points Tagged With: Commercial Fencing, Kent Fence Co, Project Spotlight, Topeka KS, Walgreens

Case Study Spotlight: UTA TRAX Light Rail Train Sound Barriers

April 21, 2016Kelley Neel

TRAX Light Rail Train passing in front of Trex Fencing

We have published details regarding a large fencing project for a light rail train system in Utah: UTA TRAX LRT Fence Project. This case study provides insight into the application of Trex Seclusions fencing as an alternative to masonry.

 

Cost, privacy, durability, and aesthetics were some of the most important factors in the decision-making process. Trex fencing was selected in 2011 by the Utah Transit Authority in conjunction with a design-build project submitted by Kiewit-Herzog-Parsons, a Joint Venture.  The installation was completed in 2013. Approximately 18,000 linear feet of fence was installed in heights from 6 ft. to 12 ft. tall.

 

Trex is uniquely positioned in the fencing category. Its distinct design ensures full opacity because the interlocking picket system does not create gaps as is common with wood or other composite fences. The density and thickness of the material also provide a level of durability that other manufactured products such as vinyl cannot offer.

 

The case study demonstrates the overall process of selection. For more specific details, please contact a Trex Fencing representative.

Filed Under: Case Study, Commercial Fencing, Creativity, Fence Posts, Government Fencing, Project Spotlight, Testing and Engineering Tagged With: Case Study, Commercial Fencing, Government Fencing, Light Rail Train, Project Spotlight, Sound Barriers, UTA TRAX LRT

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