Device, system, and method for providing a fence with adjustable tension
a technology of adjustable tension and device, applied in the field of devices and systems for providing fences with adjustable tension, can solve the problems of loss of tension, ineffectiveness, and tendency to lose tension and sag
Inactive Publication Date: 2015-01-22
JOHNSON RYAN W
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The patent describes a fence tensioning system that includes a fence section terminator and fence post connector. The fence section terminator is connected to the end of a fence section and includes a receiver for an adjustable link. The adjustable link connects to the fence post connector on a fence post. The system allows for adjustment of tension in the fence section by adjusting the distance between the fence section terminator and the fence post. The technical effects of this system include improved fencing efficiency, reduced labor costs, and increased durability of fencing materials.
Problems solved by technology
One problem with wire fences and other similar types of fences is their tendency to lose tension and sag.
This loss of tension may result naturally over time, from livestock pressing against the fence, weather, expansion and contraction during changes in weather or from other factors.
When a fence loses tension it may not be as effective.
Loose wire fences can also pose a danger to animals, which might get entangled in the sagging wires.
However, adjusting the tension in the fence is often both time-intensive and labor-intensive.
Furthermore, many solutions for adjusting the tension of a fence may only enable increasing the tension; lessening the tension may not be possible or it may be overly cumbersome.
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[0021]FIG. 1 is a block diagram illustrating an embodiment of a fence tensioning system 100. The fence tensioning system 100 may include a section of wire fence 102 and a fence post 110. The section of wire fence 102 may be a section of any suitable wire fencing material. The wire fence material may comprise woven and galvanized steel and may be coated with zinc to provide additional durability. Alternatively, a fence tensioning system 100 may be used with fences made from any of a variety of other suitable fencing materials (e.g., poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC), etc.). The term “wire fence” is used broadly in this application to refer to fences using metal wire, synthetic materials, barbed wire, mesh, or other fences using flexible horizontal strips of material that may be tensioned through the application of force. The section of wire fence 102 may include separate elongated elements (or wires), a hexagonal mesh pattern, a diamond mesh pattern, a square mesh pattern or any other suita...
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Methods and systems for tensioning a wire fence are disclosed. A fence post may be provided with fence post connectors. A vertical side of a section of wire fence may be provided with a fence section terminator. The fence section terminator may include a terminator connector for connecting the fence section terminator and the fence post. An adjustable link, such as a bolt, may be used to connect the terminator connector of the fence section terminator and the fence post connectors of the fence post. The adjustable link forms a horizontally adjustable connection between the fence section terminator and the fence post that enables adjustment of the tension in the fence section.
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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION[0001]A claim for priority to the Jul 16, 2014, filing date of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 846,628, titled DEVICE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A WIRE FENCE WITH ADJUSTABLE TENSION (“the '628 Provisional Application”), is hereby made pursuant to 35 U.S.C. §119(e). The entire disclosure of the '628 Provisional Application is hereby incorporated herein.TECHNICAL FIELD[0002]This disclosure relates generally to methods and systems for fences and, more particularly, to fences with adjustable tension.BACKGROUND OF RELATED ART[0003]Wire fences and other similar types of fencing are commonly used in a variety of contexts. Wire fences and plastic fences are typically affordable, easy to install and durable, making them a popular choice for a wide range of purposes.[0004]One problem with wire fences and other similar types of fences is their tendency to lose tension and sag. This loss of tension may result naturally over time, from live...
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IPC IPC(8): E04H17/06E04H17/04
CPCE04H17/06E04H17/04E04H17/161E04H17/20E04H17/266E04H17/127
Inventor JOHNSON, RYAN, W.
Owner JOHNSON RYAN W