Choose the Perfect Coating
Coatings Make a Difference
The proper fence coating not only looks good for years, but also protects your fence from environmental elements. Selecting the right type of coating can make all the difference in the life expectancy of your fence. Air humidity, blowing sand or dust, abrasive chemicals in the soil, air applied crop dusting fertilizer, salt, pollution and acid rain can all drastically reduce fence life. With Bekaert's expertise in coating technology, you can expect a long life from your fence.
Bekaert offers Class 1, Class 3, Bekaert ZA and ZA+ Paint.
Class 1 galvanized coating is the protective coating used on standard fence wire. Class 1 is the basic coating used but doesn't last as long as our other coatings. A more effective alternative to Class 1 coating is Class 3 galvanized coating.
Class 3 galvanized coating is the standard on all of our brand name products. This coating is approximately 2.5 times thicker than the industry standard Class 1 galvanized coating. Bekaert Class 3 products ensure a longer life with a heavier coating that protects against environmental elements. Our Class 3 products all meet or exceed ASTM A-121 standards.
ZA, is our new zinc-aluminum hybrid coating, (95% Zn, 5% Al) developed and produced exclusively by Bekaert. This coating lasts 3 times as long as Class 1. The ZA coating lasts the same as Class 3 galvanized wire, but uses less coating to save you money.
New! ZA+ Paint Coating
The latest addition to our line of coatings is our new painted finishes which combine a color polymer paint with our ZA coated wire to give you longer fence life in attractive colors. This coating is designed for maximum protection in even the most corrosive environments.
Learn more about our ZA and ZA+ Painted fences here.
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