Fencing

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Fencing
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Fencing

• Galvanized/Aluminized
• 11 gage 1-3/4 mesh min. standard
• 9 gauge 1-3/4 mesh recommended min. for public
  facilities
• Clad
• 9 gage core, vinyl, polyester or polyolefin
• Thermally fused
• Preference is black

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Fence Post Considerations

• Corner and gate posts larger than line posts
• Local codes related to wind loads
• Windscreens
• Top rails necessary
• Bottom rails preferred
• Mid rails should not be necessary
• Foundations should terminate below pavement
  structure sleeves for fence posts

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Fencing
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Fencing
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Fencing
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Net Posts
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Net Posts
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Net Posts
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Net Posts
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Center Strap Anchors
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Selecting a Surface

• Types of Surfaces Available
• Natural Clay
• Fast Dry (Har Tru)
• Above ground irrigation
• Subsurface irrigated
• Natural Grass
• Sand Filled Turf
• Asphalt Hardcourts
• Reinforced Concrete Hardcourts
• Post-tension Concrete Hardcourts

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Natural Clay

• Stade Roland Garros/French Open

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Natural Clay

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Fast Dry
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Fast Dry

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Fast Dry

• Irrigation Options
• Above ground irrigation
• Subsurface irrigation

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Aboveground Irrigation
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Subsurface Irrigation
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Natural Grass

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Natural Grass
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Sand Filled Turf

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Sand Filled Turf
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Hard Courts
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Asphalt Hard Courts
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Reinforced Concrete Courts
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Post-tension Concrete Courts
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Sports Surfacing

• Products available
• Acrylic
• Cushioned Acrylic
• Rubberized
• Rolled Rubber Products

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Acrylic

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Cushioned Acrylic

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Rubberized
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Rolled Rubber Products

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Considerations

• Player Type
• Cost
• Functions and Use
• Limitations of Site
• Control and Maintenance
• Durability

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Surface Considerations

• Price
• Which surface gives you the features you want and
  fits your budget?
• Durability
• How long will the court last over time?
• How well will it hold up for the sport you want
  to play on it?
• Maintenance
• How much work will be required to keep your court
  in good shape?
• How often will it require special maintenance?
• Playability
• What are you looking for in terms of court speed,
  and foot traction?
• Body Impact
• Average age of players
• Do you have injury issues?
• How much comfort do you want?

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Surface Comparison Chart