1. Special requirements of solar field fence

When rod mat fences are erected for solar systems, special features must be taken into account. Basically, the required fence length is rarely less than 500 meters, but rather up to 2,500 meters. This has to do with the size of solar systems, which must be economical in the long term. Environmental protection must be taken into account, especially when protecting the terrain of solar fields.

Since the systems are usually built outside of built-up areas, the responsible engineers must take sufficient account of the protection of species and animals. Rod mat fences are often insurmountable, which poses a problem for various small animals in the wild. Therefore, when planning, passage options for animals should be considered. Local protection requirements must therefore be strictly observed in order not to be at the mercy of later lawsuits from animal rights activists.

Fences for photovoltaic systems must meet certain requirements. The double rod mat fence fulfills these requirements.

What you should consider when fencing in solar or photovoltaic systems:

1. Animal welfare must be appropriate, small animals should be able to get under the fence

2. Fence height at least 2.00 m to minimize climbing over

3. Additional protection against climbing over at a 45-degree angle made of rod mats makes sense

4. According to DIN EN ISO 1461, fence panels should be hot-dip galvanized in an immersion bath

5. The heavy fence panels with 868 mm are recommended

6. Unstable soil due to clay, peat or water can increase installation costs

7. Uneven terrain can be compensated for by gradations

1.1. The double rod mat fence is stable and durable

Rod mat fences are very stable metal constructions in which the longitudinal and transverse wires are firmly welded together. These approx. 250 cm wide metal mats are fixed to the ground with concrete spot foundations using 60×40 mm steel fence posts. Fence panels and fence posts are usually hot-dip galvanized and powder-coated in RAL colors.

Of the double wire mesh fence is therefore particularly resistant to adverse weather conditions, which otherwise lead to corrosion/rust. The standard colors include the RAL color anthracite (RAL 7016) and moss green (RAL 6005). You can also have the fence panels coated in the RAL color of your choice if, in addition to the pure protection and security function, visual aspects also play a role. However, desired colors are only available at an additional cost.

1.2. Different fence thicknesses and heights available

Depending on the desired stability, two material thicknesses are possible for rod mat fences.

The light bar mat with 6-5-6mm wires and the heavy mat with 8-6-8mm wires.

From a height of 1.60, heavy fence panels with a wire thickness of 868 mm should be used.

The higher the mats are, the more unstable the light mats become. The maximum height for bar mats is currently 2.40 meters.

As a fence for solar fields, aesthetics play a subordinate role, since solar energy systems are often located outside of residential areas. In the case of private building security, more attention is paid to the visual effect, unless it is a purely industrial fence. The rod mat fence is therefore the classic fence when it comes to securing commercial facilities and properties. Therefore, it goes without saying that this inexpensive type of fence is used for outdoor areas.

2. Double rod mat fences are usually easy to assemble

When assembling the fence, one often finds problematic terrain, which makes outdoor security more difficult. These include, for example, uneven ground conditions with a high gradient and soft soils with a high proportion of peat and clay.

The occurrence of groundwater should be clarified in advance to avoid negative surprises when setting the posts. fence post and fence panels can be graded depending on the height difference. The bar mats can be hung in offset to compensate for uneven terrain.

Experienced fitters who are familiar with professional installation should be used for the fence installation. It is important that the assembly is carried out competently, with the right planning and selection of materials.

3. The insurance company has a say

When planning and projecting the actual site security, the Insurance recommendations important.

The bar gratings are particularly resistant to storms, rain and frost. In addition, the protective function can be optimized optically and acoustically by installing alarm indicators. The insurance company will get an idea of ​​the situation and the nature of the area on site.

Technically high-quality alarm variants can be supplied with electricity directly from the solar systems. As a result, alarm systems or the lighting of the fence can be operated independently at night using their own electricity. Any savings in annual insurance premiums are a key factor in favor of a security fence.

4. Conclusion:

Due to the energy transition, there is a great need for solar, photovoltaic systems and wind farms outside of residential areas. Here, outdoor area protection using rod mat fences is indispensable. The site security is recommended especially for very high-quality solar systems.

A fence for photovoltaic systems must fulfill its protective function over the long term under all weather conditions. The rod mat fence is the ideal variant for solar systems, which optimally meets many requirements in terms of security, durability, purchase costs, installation and insurance law aspects. Therefore, these fences are the first choice.