Net Fixing

Installing a net needs planning. You not only need to ensure that you have the right size of mesh for the bird species you are proofing against but that you have the right fixings to enable you to attach the net successfully to the masonry, timber, steelwork or cladding periphery and also make it as unobtrusive as possible.

A wide range of variety of fixings can be used. The majority are available in galvanised or stainless steel. The stainless steel, unless otherwise stated, is 316 marine grade, and is the superior product as it resists corrosion. Galvanised material can start to corrode soon after installation and should only be used when the proofing budget will not allow for the superior stainless steel material.

Installation of a basic pigeon net (50mm / 2”): To fix straining wire all the way around the edge of the area to be netted, drill holes and fit main fixings where the net will turn a corner or after a straight run of 10m. Attach the wire rope to a main corner fixing by using a hook or wire and fix it with either a wire rope grip or crimped ferrules. Run up to 10m of wire through the fixings and tension using a barrel strainer hooked into another main fixing. Tensioned cross wires should be installed where appropriate. To install the net attach one corner of the net to the corner main fixing using the net corner tie. Hog ring the mesh to the wire rope ensuring that net is pulled tight. You will need to install corner fixings every 10m to spread the weight of the net. You may also need to install additional cross wires.

If you require help with installation please call Dave Collins on 01308 425100

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