Wire Fencing Accessories

Fence and line wire tensioners are devices used to apply and maintain tension in fencing wires. In game rearing and estate management, properly tensioned wire is crucial to keep pens secure and predators out. These tensioners are essential for both initial installation and ongoing maintenance, particularly over long runs of wire.

The ratchet tensioning tool is designed to work with inline tensioners. You thread the wire through the tensioner and use the tool to wind it tight. It ensures precise tension and is particularly useful when installing perimeter fencing or fixing sagging sections.

Strainer bolts and clamps are used to anchor and tighten wire at key points in a fence line, usually at the beginning and end or at turns. They’re essential for creating a secure and properly tensioned fence, especially when using heavy galvanised netting for game bird pens.

Crimp sleeves are used to permanently join two sections of wire or to create secure loops. They’re particularly useful in game fencing where long, continuous runs are common. To use them, you’ll need a crimping tool to compress the sleeve tightly around the wire, ensuring a strong and lasting connection.

Yes. The staples listed on this page are galvanised, which makes them resistant to rust and ideal for outdoor use. They’re commonly used to fix wire to wooden posts in game pens and fencing runs. For best results, drive them in at a slight angle to improve grip and reduce post splitting.

Use inline tensioners and strainer bolts during installation and regularly inspect your fencing, especially after heavy weather or ground movement. Tools like ratchet tensioners and wire strainers allow you to reapply tension as needed, helping extend the lifespan and security of your fencing.

A standard strainer is used mid-run to maintain wire tension, while an end strainer is typically used at the termination point of a fence line. Both are key in ensuring fencing remains taut and upright—crucial in preventing gaps that predators could exploit.

Most of the accessories listed are suitable for use with high tensile wire, which is commonly used in game fencing for its strength and durability. However, always check product descriptions and ensure you’re using the correct tools—particularly crimpers and tensioners—designed to handle higher wire strength.

Key tools include:

• Wire cutters for trimming and adjusting lengths

• Ratchet tensioning tools for applying tension

• Crimping tools for securing sleeves

• Staple guns or hammers for attaching wire to posts
  Having these on hand is essential for gamekeepers maintaining fencing in rearing pens or large estates.

Yes. Using the correct combination of tensioners, staples, and strainers with galvanised netting ensures a tight, secure barrier that helps prevent foxes and other predators from entering rearing pens or estate boundaries.