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COMMERCIAL VINYL

INTEX MILLWORK SOLUTIONS, MAY’S LANDING, NJThis project in Martha’s Vineyard required a replica of a 290-linear-foot historically significant wooden fence with original details, painted white, on a property within yards of the ocean. It also required a design, engineer and fabricate within a lead time of 18 days. The successfully completed project yielded an impressive end result.

INDUSTRY

AFA PRO AWARDSAFA PRO awards recognize members who produced extraordinary projects in 2019.

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COMMERCIAL ORNAMENTAL

BILL’S FENCE COMPANY, CABOT, ARThis project had custom overhead iron entryways with 24-inch cast aluminum letters mounted to designer mesh. It also had custom 12’-8”-tall masonry columns and 30-foot wide arched double swing iron entry gates. Also installed were an additional 500 LF of 6-foot tall 3-rail smooth top Fortress V2 ornamental fence and 300 LF of 6-foot tall black vinyl coated chain link fence with black winged privacy slats.

COMMERCIAL ACCESS CONTROL

QUALITY FENCE BUILDERS, INC., AUBURN, WAThis gate is a P2 crash rated gate with a 17-foot clearance and a 24-foot opening. It is also equipped with a high speed operator moving at speeds of 8 feet per second.

COMMERCIAL MULTI-USE

PROFESSIONAL FENCE COMPANY, LA GRANGE, KYThis project was for Spalding Univ-ersity’s new athletic complex consisting of 3 synthetic fields. Installed were all fencing, gates, sports netting and sports safety projects.

COMMERCIAL DECK & RAIL

TEK-RAIL, INC., NEWNAN, GAThis project was for a 55+ active adult apartment home. A custom color was provided to support a design which reflected the charm and allure of its surrounding areas.

COMMERCIAL FARM/RANCH/AGRICULTURE

NORTHWEST BARRIERS, WASILLA, AKThis installation included 276 LF of buck and rail fencing for the Nome Airport in Nome, Alaska. Due to the remote location, the size and weight of the treated wood, and the natural elements of the area, this was a truly unique project. Tremendous planning and pre-fabrication were required to make this project a success.

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COMMERCIAL CHAIN LINK

BAKER FENCE COMPANY, HAYESVILLE, KANSASThis project was for the Wellington Humane Society. The fence consisted of 30 dog pens that were 7 feet tall with tops, covered with walkways, and 4 larger 6-foot tall play areas. Also included was an additional dog park area.

2019 PROJECT OF THE YEARProject of the Year goes to the best installation in both categories, and must meet stringent considerations for unique products and installation requirements.

Northwest Barriers, Wasilla, AK, for their commercial farm/ranch/agriculture installation.

RESIDENTIAL VINYL

FREEMAN FENCE, BROOKFIELD, ILThis project was installed at a very contemporary new home in an old neighborhood. What made the installation unique was having to modify the off-the-shelf vinyl material to build a custom drive gate.

RESIDENTIAL MULTI-USE

JEFCOAT FENCE COMPANY, PEARL, MSThis project encompassed a custom multi-use fence installation, including ornamental iron and custom cedar fence. The fence extended perpendicular to the customer’s home to the lake on both sides of the property, providing a beautiful look over the water.

RESIDENTIAL WOOD

MR. FENCE OF FLORIDA, PANAMA CITY, FLThis custom wood board on board with top cap and trim was installed with 6x6 post. The project provided peace of mind for the homeowner after the Category 5 hurricane devastation in Panama City. The goal for this fence was to combine a unique coastal appearance with strength and durability.

RESIDENTIAL DECK & RAIL

FOREVER FENCE & RAIL, SHARON CENTER, OHThis post office project required ADA-compliant hand railing for customers, which included Westbury aluminum railing by Digger Specialties and also included continuous handrail on one section.

RESIDENTIAL ORNAMENTAL

QUALITY FENCE BUILDERS, INC., AUBURN, WAThis was a design/build project that included an anti-climb sports court on top of a 6-story residential complex rooftop. The project was a total of 260 feet by 12 feet tall fence.

RESIDENTIAL FARM/RANCH/AGRICULTURE

CALHOUN FENCE COMPANY, RICHLAND, MSThis project consisted of installing 1,500 LF of 4-rail Ponderosa Style agriculture fence along with two 16-foot wide single gates. This fence was installed with 6x6 wood posts that were pre-drilled from the manufacturer for the powder coated steel rails to fit into posts. The aesthetics and durability of this fence make it an impressive installation for the agriculture fence market.

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