Cattle/Goat/Hog/Stock Panels.

[veggiechicken]

The weldmesh that is here (in a fence to stop the dogs falling over the cliff) is almost impossible to bend - you could never get a smooth curve in it and the outward force at the base, against whatever framework held it there would be considerable - in a 16' length.

[bearded bloke]

Could you not use a heavy guage stock fence?
Mcarthur do a real heavy one... and they're 4' (ish)

Stock fencing is wound perpendiculars not welded,presuming a polythene cover is being used the coils would cause weak points in it very quickly I would think.

[cptncrackoff]

Stock fencing is wound perpendiculars not welded,presuming a polythene cover is being used the coils would cause weak points in it very quickly I would think.

I think I see what you mean - not flat enough for the poly to lay nicely on?
Just those panels seemed alot more expensive.

[Bigmallly]

Thanks guys, from what you tell me & from what I have read it may possibly be a non starter but the idea was there........the guy on the vid made it look so easy as well.

[bearded bloke]

These are local to you AP,they stock it & have free delivery .... Grampian Steel Services ... click middle icon on bottom row to get sizes & wire gauge

Reinforcing Fabric BS4483
Square Mesh Fabric Mesh Size 200mm x 200mm Sheet Size 4.8m x 2.4m
Mesh Reference Wire Size Approx. Weight per metre kgs
Main mm Cross mm
A393 10 10 6.16
A252 8 8 3.95
A193 7 7 3
*A142 6 6 2.22
Structural Mesh Fabric Mesh Size 100mm x 100mm Sheet Size 4.8m x 2.4m
B1131 12 8 10.90
B785 10 8 8.14
B503 8 8 5.93
B385 7 7 4.53
B283 6 7 3.73
B196 5 7 3.05
Long Mesh Fabric Mesh Size 100mm x 400mm Sheet Size 4.8m x 2.4m
C785 10 6 6.72
C503 8 5 4.34
C385 7 5 3.41
C283 6 5 2.61

Something from the structural or long mesh groups may well be suitable & a lot lighter to work with,give them a bell & see what they suggest bud

[veggiechicken]

Since I've been swotting up on this tonight the other issue may be that the metal could heat up and burn through the poly cover. They talk about Anti Hot spot tape for repairs - there would be a lot more metal in contact with the poly than on a conventional tunnel.

[bearded bloke]

the guy on the vid made it look so easy as well.

Weld mesh is incredibly flexible when you have enough leverage bud,try looking at B196 or C283 in the chart above,the unequal wires will help with curve forming

[veggiechicken]

EDIT BB squeezed in when my back was turned

Maybe the coated wire would overcome that? ^^^^^^ Green PVC Coated Welded Wire Mesh | Netting | Fencing

[bearded bloke]

Der I had a numpty moment & thought this was an AP thread posted link for stockholder in Grampion,what a plank all is not wasted though as the numbers are all BS classifications so work anywhere in OK

[veggiechicken]

If I was BM, (and obviously I am not) I would construct a tunnel using the same method as his coldframes - but with curved sides. Using water pipe fixed into metal uprights. This seems to be a popular option with DIYers - lots of plans and vids on Youtube.

[Bigmallly]

If I was BM, (and obviously I am not) I would construct a tunnel using the same method as his coldframes - but with curved sides. Using water pipe fixed into metal uprights. This seems to be a popular option with DIYers - lots of plans and vids on Youtube.

I've also had pad & pencil out tonight doing just that...........drawing a bit of a blank finding cross fittings......I may just have to give my old brain a rest for a while............

[veggiechicken]

Another approach would be to buy the £60 one but add additional hoops inside during construction. This would make the frame more substantial but the cover will (perhaps) be a write off in 1-2 years. By then you'll have a better idea of whether you really want one and if you do, you can buy some plastic to make a new cover.

[Bigmallly]

Decisions, Decisions................

[veggiechicken]

And me !

[bearded bloke]

Well I say ...........