Overcoming the Difficult Short Pull in Fencing

The Bekaert Fence Pros demonstrate the process of overcoming the challenge of a short pull in fencing, specifically focusing on the difficulty of tensioning a fence in a short space. We provide a detailed explanation of using a gut strain technique with Gripple wire joiners to achieve proper tension without the need for a traditional stretcher bar.

 

1. Introduction to the short pull challenge (0:41]

  • Describes the short pull as the hardest in fencing
  • Explains the lack of slack absorption in short pulls
  • Emphasizes the need for proper technique

 

2. Gut strain technique ([1:30)

  • Introduces the gut strain method using Gripple Plus Mediums
  • Demonstrates tying high tensile smooth wire knots
  • Shows how to set the Gripple wire joiner and use the Torq Tool for tension

 

3. Stripping knots with the Gripple Torq Tool (3:50)

  • Presents an alternative method for stripping knots
  • Highlights the ease of using the torq tool with two people
  • Discusses the challenges with different fence materials

 

4. Final tensioning and safety precautions (5:52)

  • Details the final steps of tensioning with the Torq Tool
  • Stresses the importance of safety glasses during the process
  • Concludes with trimming excess wire for animal safety