Panelized Security Systems
WELDED WIRE PANEL SECURITY FENCING
For public projects
Built to Spec, Documented to Spec, Delivered on Schedule
CSI Division 32 31 26 — Wire Mesh Fencing | ASTM F2453 / ASTM A185 / ASTM A1064 Compliant | Serving General Contractors on Public Procurement Projects
At Secure Public Fence, we install commercial and security-grade welded wire panel fence systems for public sector projects — correctional facilities, government campuses, transit and utility infrastructure, school secure zones, public safety facilities, and institutional perimeters. Welded wire panel fencing is the structural evolution beyond chain link: where chain link deforms under lateral load, rigid welded wire panels hold their geometry, resist manual deformation, and maintain their security profile throughout the full service life of the installation. We work exclusively as a fence subcontractor to General Contractors. Every welded wire panel installation we deliver is specified, documented, and installed to the commercial and security grade your public project requires — with a complete submittal and closeout package built for public procurement from day one.
For public projects
The Structural Upgrade Over Chain Link That Public Security Specs Require
For public projects
Designed for Your Scope Review & Estimating Process
Submittal preparation and scope review support built into every specification we deliver.
Division 32 31 26 — Wire Mesh Fencing
The governing CSI specification section for all welded wire panel fence requirements on public security projects. Submittal packages are structured to mirror this division exactly — ASTM compliance documentation, PE-stamped structural calculations, and hardware schedules organized for first-submittal approval.
ASTM F2453 / ASTM A1064 / ASTM A185
ASTM F2453 governs the welded steel wire panel itself; A1064 covers the carbon steel wire; A185 covers welded steel wire fabric. Mill certifications and ASTM compliance letters for all three standards are standard submittal deliverables on every public project.
3mm (8 ga) light — 4mm (6 ga) standard — 5mm–6mm heavy/security
Wire diameter is determined by the security tier of the project. 4mm (6 ga) is the commercial security standard for public projects. 5mm and 6mm are specified for high-security and institutional-grade applications where maximum weld strength and cutting resistance are required.
50mm×200mm (2"×8") standard — 50mm×50mm (2"×2") security — 358 max security
Mesh opening is the primary security performance variable. 2"×8" provides open visibility with moderate security; 2"×2" delivers an anti-climb profile for high-security public facilities; 358 profile (76.2mm×12.5mm) is a specialized maximum-security product — see Anti-Climb & Anti-Cut page.
5'–12' standard — Custom heights per structural engineering
Standard heights cover the majority of public facility security applications. Heights above 8' require PE-stamped structural calculations for post schedule and footing design, provided as part of the submittal package. Custom heights are available with stamped drawings.
2" OD Sch. 40 (up to 6') — 3" OD Sch. 40 (6'–10') — 4" OD Sch. 40/80 (10'+)
Post size is determined by fence height, wind zone, and security tier. Rigid panels transfer concentrated lateral loads to posts — post schedule on panel fencing is more critical than on chain link and must be calculated, not estimated. PE-stamped calculations are standard on all installations above 6'.
1"×2" rectangular tube standard — 1½"×2" for heights 8' and above
Panel frame rail provides the structural perimeter of the welded wire panel. Frame sizing increases with fence height to maintain panel rigidity and resist the concentrated post loads generated by rigid panel systems under wind and impact loading.
U-bolts with anti-tamper nuts (security) — Standard hex nuts (commercial)
Panel-to-post attachment hardware is specified by security tier. Anti-tamper U-bolts with documented torque logs are standard on security-grade installations. All hardware is hot-dip galvanized or stainless steel, with a full torque log maintained in real time on security-tier projects.
Class 3 hot-dip galvanized (ASTM A123) — PVC-coated over galvanized available
Coating specification is driven by environmental exposure and security tier. PVC coating over Class 3 galvanized is available in RAL 6005 Green, RAL 9005 Black, and RAL 8017 Brown for projects requiring color-matched perimeter systems. ASTM A123 galvanizing certification is a standard submittal deliverable.
ASTM F2453, A1064, A185, A123, F668 — ACI 318 — IBC wind load compliance
All materials and installation methods meet or exceed applicable ASTM and ACI standards. PE-stamped structural calculations for post embedment, footing design, and wind load analysis are provided on every qualifying installation as a standard submittal deliverable — not an add-on.
Available Configurations
Six System Types
Each configuration serves a distinct public facility security tier. Selection is driven by mesh opening, wire gauge, security performance rating, and the structural requirements of the adjoining gate system.
PE-Stamped Structural Design — Required on All Installations Above 6' & High-Wind Zones
Rigid welded wire panels transfer lateral wind and impact loads to posts as concentrated point loads — unlike chain link fabric, which distributes load continuously along the post line. Undersized posts on a welded wire panel installation will fail under wind load at a fraction of the force required to fail a properly designed chain link installation. We provide PE-stamped structural calculations for post embedment, footing design, and post schedule on every panel fence installation above 6 feet — and on any installation in a high-wind zone regardless of height. Stamped drawings are included in the submittal package as a standard deliverable.
COMPLIANCE & DOCUMENTATION
First Submittal. No Re-Submissions.
Public projects require more than installation — they require a paper trail. Our submittal packages document the panel system, post system, and hardware schedule as independent components, organized to CSI Division 32 31 26 and the project's security specification format.
Pre-Construction Submittals
Material cut sheets — panels, posts, rails, hardware (all ASTM references)
ASTM F2453 compliance letter or test report for panels
ASTM A1064 / A185 mill certifications for wire
ASTM A123 galvanizing certification — coating class and weight
PE-stamped structural calculations — post schedule, embedment depth, footing design, wind load analysis
Shop drawings — post layout, panel configuration, gate details, attachment hardware schedule
Anti-tamper hardware specification (security-tier projects)
Panel-to-post attachment detail — U-bolt schedule, torque spec
Schedule of Values by CSI division
Davis-Bacon / Certified Payroll documentation
Certificate of Insurance — additional insured per project requirements
During Construction
Material delivery tickets and mill cert chain-of-custody
Post embedment inspection log — depth and concrete placement documented per post
Panel attachment torque log — per connection point on security-tier projects
Daily field reports available upon request
RFI response turnaround: 48 hours standard
Progress photos — post embedment, panel installation, gate fabrication, hardware installation
Project Closeout Package
As-built markups — post locations, gate positions, panel configuration
Written warranty documentation
Anti-tamper key set with chain-of-custody documentation (security-tier projects)
Maintenance guide — coating inspection schedule, hardware check protocol, panel replacement procedure
Gate operator O&M manuals where applicable
Lien releases — conditional and unconditional
Procore, Buildertrend, and major CM platforms supported
CO pricing within 48 hours — T&M work tracked with daily superintendent signatures
Where Welded Wire Panel Security Fencing Gets Specified
Public Facility Types We Serve
K–12 & Higher Education
Secure campus perimeter — commercial security grade; athletic field surround; HVAC and utility enclosures; portable classroom compound perimeters; controlled entry pedestrian gates.
Correctional Facilities
Minimum to medium security perimeters — 50mm×50mm, 4mm or 5mm, with rotary topper or barbed wire extension; secondary perimeter fencing; vehicle sally port gate systems.
Transit Infrastructure
Rail and bus maintenance yard perimeters — commercial to medium security grade; utility enclosure surrounds; station back-of-house perimeters; access control gate systems.
Water, Wastewater & Electrical Utilities
Treatment plant perimeters, pump stations, reservoir surrounds, and substation perimeters — EPA and NERC CIP-006 physical security compliance; anti-tamper hardware; intrusion detection integration coordination.
Government, Federal & Municipal
Agency secure zones, law enforcement facilities, public safety campuses, emergency operations centers, and municipal fleet yards — commercial security to high-security tier per facility security plan.
Installation on Active Public Sites
Field Coordination Built for Public Projects
Warranty Coverage
All Warranties Transferable to Project Owner
All warranties are transferable to the project owner upon substantial completion and provided in written form as part of the project closeout package. Extended warranty options available for premium coating specifications and high-security applications.
Workmanship (Labor)
Panel Structural Integrity — Weld Strength
Class 3 Galvanized Coating — Panels & Posts
PVC Coating over Galvanized
Gate Hardware — Manual
Post Structural Performance
Anti-Tamper Hardware
Gate Operators
PROCESS STEPS
What to Expect From First Contact Through Closeout
Frequently Asked Questions
For Project Managers
The spec says "rigid welded wire panel fence" but doesn't name a product — how do we know what to bid?
We review the spec for the controlling parameters: mesh opening size, wire gauge, ASTM reference, and any security performance rating. From those, we identify the qualifying product family and confirm it with the A&E team via RFI before bid day. Your scope letter documents the specific product, mesh geometry, and wire schedule we are pricing — no material substitution disputes after award.
Why do welded wire panel gates take longer to fabricate than chain link gates?
Security-grade welded wire panel gates require shop fabrication of the gate frame and infill panel matched to the specified mesh geometry, wire gauge, and frame section — components not stocked in standard fabrication inventories. Lead time is typically 3–5 weeks from approved shop drawings. We flag this on bid day and place the fabrication order immediately upon award so gate delivery does not hold up perimeter completion.
Does welded wire panel fencing require PE-stamped structural calculations?
Yes — on any installation above 6 feet, in any high-wind zone, or where the specification explicitly requires engineered drawings. Rigid panels transfer concentrated lateral loads to posts in a fundamentally different way than chain link. Post size, wall thickness, embedment depth, and footing diameter must be calculated, not estimated. PE-stamped calculations are a standard submittal deliverable, not an add-on.
Can welded wire panel systems be integrated with access control and CCTV?
Yes, and early coordination is critical. We provide conduit stub-out locations, camera mounting bracket structural details, card reader post mounting specifications, and gate operator structural requirements to your electrical sub and security integrator before rough-in. We do not install electrical or security electronics — we ensure the civil and structural scope supports their installation without modifications.
How does a damaged panel get replaced after project closeout?
A damaged panel is removed and replaced as a single modular unit without affecting adjacent sections. Our closeout package documents the panel removal procedure, the anti-tamper key requirement for hardware removal on security-tier projects, and the panel specification for replacement ordering — so facility managers can manage routine replacements without a fence contractor.
Downloads
Project Resources
Product Catalog
Hog Wire Fence Catalog
Product family reference guide — V-mesh, flat panel, palisade, expanded metal
Mesh opening & wire gauge selection matrix
Panel vs. chain link performance comparison
Post schedule & embedment reference by height and wind zone
Gate system guide — types, weights, operator sizing
Coating specification — galvanized & PVC options
PE-stamped standard detail drawings
Submittal-ready ASTM F2453 product data sheets
Capabilities
Capabilities Statement
Company overview & public sector focus
NAICS codes & license information
Bonding capacity (single/aggregate)
Security project references
Personnel screening & facility access capabilities
ASTM F2453 / CSI 32 31 26 compliance documentation history