Founded in 1991, Alter Landscapes Ltd, trading as “Alter Supplies & Contracting,” is a family-run business based near Glasgow. For over three decades, they have provided top-quality fencing and soft landscaping services across Scotland and Northern England. Specializing in all types of fencing work, Alter offers services including: High-security fencing Sports fencing Domestic and agricultural […]Read More
The 2024 edition brings several new or revised treatment specifications into effect. For manufacturers, sellers, and buyers of treated wood for outdoor applications, there are two revised specifications that need to be complied with: External structural support applications (e.g., timber deck substructures) Out-of-ground fencing timbers This article explains these two changes. Treating Wood Correctly These […]Read More
In August 2021, Jeremy Curling, founder of Curling Contractors in Surrey, was feeling the pressure just like everyone else. Fast forward three years, and while Jeremy and his team are in a good place, there are still significant issues that he—and the industry as a whole—continue to grapple with. “It was an extremely challenging time,” […]Read More
Engineer and owner of Strainrite, Maurice Wooster, shares that continual feedback from farmers highlights a recurring issue with other pigtail post brands—the foot often bends or breaks under stress. Strainrite Goldfoot pigtails are designed for tough, long-lasting performance. Featuring a 7mm diameter galvanised spring steel shaft, these pigtails offer superior strength and greater resistance to […]Read More
The AFA and AFI are excited to announce the second of their highly informative and educational Best Practice Days for 2024, proudly hosted in collaboration with Tornado Wire and Scanpole. This event, specifically tailored for agricultural fencing contractors, will take place at Langdyke Farm, Carrutherstown, Dumfries, DG1 4JX, on Saturday, 19th October 2024, from 9am […]Read More
The McVeigh Parker-sponsored British Open Fencing Competition was held recently at the APF show at the Ragley Estate in Warwickshire. The event featured thirteen two-person teams using traditional methods and hand tools to erect 65 meters of stock fencing in four hours. Judges evaluated the results based on three criteria: the straightness of the fence, […]Read More
The 2024 Tornado Wire 40th Anniversary Fencing Competition took place recently during the NSA Sheep Event at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern. The goal of the competition was to demonstrate and establish professional standards for the erection of high-tensile stock fencing at NSA Sheep 2024. Malcolm Blackford of Tornado explained, “The Tornado Wire Fencing […]Read More
“We are a family-run business with deep roots in the Highlands and take great pride in producing the finest timber fencing products. We have recently announced the expansion of our range into the supply of 4″ feather edge and straight edge boards to fencing suppliers, retailers, and panel producers across the UK. “In the North […]Read More
Andrew and Sally Rose of East Sussex-based Sacrofast Ltd had a successful three days at the APF 24 event held in mid-September. “We took a large number of confirmed orders and enquiries,” explained Andrew, “and were supported by DeWALT/BOSTITCH, represented by Tim and John.” German KMR/BeA Fastenings Group, represented by Ricky, also supported their stand. […]Read More
Whatever your timber fencing requirements, we can deliver everything on mixed loads to customers across the country. And that’s just the domestic fencing… Our core business—and the vast majority of what we sell—is destined for the agricultural and equestrian markets. We supply hundreds of thousands of machined round and natural “Cundy” peeled timbers. The products […]Read More