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

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.

 

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

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.

 

 

Case Study Spotlight: UTA TRAX Light Rail Train Sound Barriers

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.

Project Spotlight: Goddard School (Ellicott City Maryland)

Goddard School in Ellicott City Maryland, Front of buildingThe Goddard School for Early Childhood Education and Development in Ellicott City, Maryland selected Trex Fencing to provide privacy and security on a portion of its property.  The installation was performed by local fence contractor, and approximately 300 feet of 6 ft. and 8 ft. fencing and gates was built.

 

The school selected Woodland Brown, the darkest Trex Seclusions® fencing color, for a distinct beauty that compliments the wooded area where the new facility was built. It also provides an elegant contrast to Ameristar ornamental fencing installed on other parts of the property.

 

Located on Waterloo Road, The Ellicott City school (a franchise of Goddard System, Inc.) opened in late 2015 and serves the Ellicot City and Columbia, Maryland areas.

 

 

About Goddard Systems, Inc. Goddard is the leader in franchise-based childcare. The school system was established approximately 25 years ago and has more than 60 franchises throughout the United States. For more information on Goddard, visit their Goddard School for Early Childhood Development.

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