Whenever there is a need to enclose an area, whether this is around a home or warehouse and factory site, people tend to look for professionals to install this kind of structure.
However, particularly for the home, CT fences can be installed by even the householder himself.
With CT fencing, the property does not only look good, it is safer too and keeps unwanted pets, people and intruders out of the area.
These boundaries or screens can come in many different finishes.
Most homeowners like wooden finishes on the barriers since it looks neat and homely.
There are other finishes though which can look just as good and wear just as well too.
Vinyl and chain link can be used and all can be installed by the enthusiastic do it yourself person.
Of course, everyone likes the idea of a picket fence around the old homestead, and indeed this is achievable.
But these days, many more people are looking for something which looks a little more modern while still doing what it was meant to do, and that is encircling the property to show where the boundaries are.
If the homestead is large, some people will want to put in electric openings so that the people entering by car do not have to get out of their cars to open the gate.
These are good for larger homes and factories where personnel are not always on hand to open the gate.
But with these there is a need to make sure that they do not damage anyone either.
There are 'pinch points' and 'entrapment points' which must be eliminated before these kinds of gates can be left unattended.
These phrases really speak for themselves since gates can actually trap children, animals or adults within the spaces if care is not taken.
Even the rollers on the bottom of the gate are areas where fingers and toes can be trapped and these should be guarded at all times.
Indeed, there is a mechanism for these gates to be opened and closed remotely.
But pedestrian access should be provided so that there is no temptation to squeeze through a diminishing space in a small amount of time.
It is also wise to not put the controls for the gate within reach of those who are using the gate so that accidents can be prevented.
On top of this, warning signs must be put on each side of the gate so that people know that it is electrically operated.
In fact, all the sensors should be placed in such a way as no one can get trapped or squeezed in the shutting gate.
Indeed, these automatic sensors will open the gate again should anyone or anything touch them.
Make no mistake about this kind of gate because they can kill or maim.
Although some would prefer not to use them, they do in fact give some freedom to anyone who has to use the area.
All it takes is to warn everyone who is likely to come into contact with them to take care.