Centaur HTP Horse Fence

Overview:

HTP ® isn’t rigid like PVC, pipe, and wood fencing. It doesn’t knife through flesh like traditional high tensile wiring. It doesn’t break. It doesn’t splinter. It doesn’t rot, rust, warp or fade. It doesn’t “pop free for safety,” allowing your horses to gallop down the road. And it doesn’t require constant maintenance and painting.

HTP ® is High Tensile Polymer, a proprietary technology that fully encases tensioned wires with our own special polymer to create a truly unique fencing system. Available only through Centaur HTP ® Fencing Systems, HTP ® is the foundation of all our equine fencing products, from the economical PolyPlus HTP ® to the premium “estate fencing” look of our Centaur HTP ® . Every HTP ® product is truly “Twice the Fence.” In other words, when you compare each of our HTP ® products to the closest alternative, you’re getting two or more times the safety and durability for a similar cost.
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Frequently Asked Questions:

What kind of post do I use for Centaur HTP horse fencing?
We recommend CCA-treated Southern Yellow Pine. These posts are strong and will add to the safety of the fence. A usual installation might include six 7" x 8' corner and end posts and four 5" x 8' line and brace posts.

Can I install the Centaur HTP horse fence myself?
Yes, we send a detailed installation manual with every shipment, and provide 24/7 technical assistance over the telephone through the manufacture. Following the installation manual will ensure warranty certification upon completion.

What does my Centaur HTP horse fence warranty cover?
All manufacturer's defects. This includes cracking, peeling, chipping, and discoloration due to adverse weather. Abuse to the fence is not covered. We recommend the use of metal brackets and/or electric in high traffic areas.

Should I mount the rail inside or outside of the horse fence?
It's your choice, as the 3.5" ring shank nails hold the rail tight provided you correctly follow installation instructions and bracing. But before you choose, consider this: placing the rail on the inside of the fence denies horses access to the fence posts, is the strongest method of installation, and is recommended to provide optimal performance. However, rails on the outside of the fence often look better.

Is your horse fence safe for foals?
Absolutely. We recommend you install posts at 8' intervals to allow less gap when rails flex.

Will my horse chew the rail on your horse fencing?
Most horses do not like to chew on polymer fencing, as it's not palatable to them. If horses abuse the railing we recommend electric or a crib strap.

How many tension assembly kits do I need for your Centaur horse fence?
A termination assembly is needed to tighten each rail, but only one is needed per 1320' of rail. The fencing can be continuous around corners and up and down hills. Areas less that 100' can be constructed with an end post fastener.
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Shopping Tips:

How does Centaur HTP ® horse fence stack up to "Imitation Centaur"?

We blazed the trail to the world’s first truly safe equine fencing systems. Human nature being what it is, when you develop something new, there will always be imitators. So before you plunk down your hard-earned money, take a look under the hood, so to speak, and see what you’re really getting.

Measurement Criteria

Tensile Impact = Amount of force, expressed in feet pounds per square inch, that it takes to break a specimen by a single swing of a calibrated pendulum. The higher this number, the more force a material can withstand before failure.

Tensile @ Yield = Amount of force, expressed in pounds per square inch, that when applied to a material, the material will no longer return to its original length or shape when the force is removed. The higher this number, the more stress a material can withstand before it is permanently damaged.

Tensile @ Break = Amount of force, expressed in pounds per square inch, that when applied to a material, the material breaks. The higher this number, the more stress a material can withstand before it is permanently damaged.

Elongation @ Break = The increase in original length at the breaking point when the maximum tensile strength is applied. It is expressed as a percentage of the original length.
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Planning for your New Horse Fence:

When planning for your new horse fence consider the following:

Check your local building codes for permissable heights, styles, and specifications for your horse fence.
Each and every city has its own specific codes and guidelines for both commercial and residential fencing. Specific regulations exist for pool settings, corner lots, fence placement (how close to your actual lot lines you are able to place your fence), etc. Always check with your local building department prior to selecting your horse fence.

Do you know your property lines where you will be installing your horse fence?
A current boundary or staked survey is always a good idea. You can use a plot map of your property which is usually found in your mortgage papers, but please keep in mind that these plot maps are generally plus or minus footage. If your property lines are not clear, having a new staked survey of your land is always a good idea to prevent any future problems when it is time to sell. The latter, is an actual survey with pins (stakes) in place.

Are there any obstructions such as trees, shrubs, or boulders within the proposed line of horse fence?
Keep in mind that large trees may be boxed in or out of your line of horse fence. Objects such as shrubs, or boulders should be removed prior to installation to ensure the nicest finished product.

Are there any underground utilites or privately installed lines on your grounds?
A). There are local public agencies which generally will mark any public utilities which may lie beneath the ground. These utilities generally include public electric lines, public phone lines, public gas lines, cable lines, etc. Please check with your local agency prior to digging to eliminate unnecessary costs or possible injury.
B). There are many private agencies which can be hired to locate and mark privately installed lines such as those lines which were installed on your property by a private contractor.
C). Sprinkler or pool lines: contact your pool or sprinkler company to have underground lines marked prior to digging.

What is the grade of your land?
Is it rolling? Flat? Slightly rolling? Or uneven? You may have to determine special installation needs if you land has extreme grades throughout

Do you have the proper tools for your horse fence installation?
Useful tools include a post hole digger, wheelbarrow, shovel, for mixing concrete, a tape measure, level, and string line.

Please fax, email, or call in your layout to help determine the actual number of fence sections, posts, and gates, needed to complete your order. We thank you for viewing our site and are happy to assist you in your quest for the perfect fence. Please feel free to call us should you have any questions, or need assistance.
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