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2025-07-29
Agricultural fence wire for the right application


Astek Security & Automation: Farm Fencing, Vineyards & More

Hot Dip Galvanized (HDG) wire, is a trusted solution for strong, durable, and corrosion-resistant fencing — perfect for use across farms, vineyards, smallholdings, and construction sites in Cape Town and the Western Cape.

Whether you're protecting livestock, growing vines, or building boundary fences, choosing the right wire thickness and mesh type makes all the difference.


What Is HDG Wire?

HDG wire is galvanized using the hot-dip process, which coats the steel wire in zinc to prevent rust and corrosion — ideal for harsh outdoor conditions. This type of wire is long-lasting, strong, and low-maintenance, making it a top choice for farmers, vineyard owners, and rural contractors.


Where Can HDG Wire Be Used?

1. Vineyards (Trellising Systems)

  • Wire type: Smooth galvanized wire (2.24 mm, 2.64 mm, 3.15 mm)

  • Use: Supporting vine growth, creating training systems, and ensuring crop yield stability.

2. Livestock Fencing

  • Wire type: Plain or barbed wire (2.5 mm – 4 mm)

  • Use: Containing cattle, sheep, goats, or horses safely within grazing areas.

3. Chicken Runs & Poultry Protection

  • Wire type: Chicken mesh / hexagonal mesh (0.71 mm – 1.0 mm)

  • Use: Lightweight yet durable fencing for chicken coops, poultry houses, and bird enclosures.

4. Perimeter and Boundary Fencing

  • Wire type: Diamond mesh, barbed wire, or combination fencing

  • Use: Security fencing for farms, warehouses, and remote properties.

5. Crop Protection & Garden Fencing

  • Wire type: Light-gauge chicken mesh or welded mesh panels

  • Use: Shielding crops from wildlife and pests, and building greenhouse structures.


Choosing the Right Wire Thickness

The thickness of HDG wire (also known as wire gauge) depends on your application:

Use Case Recommended Thickness
Vine trellising 2.24 mm – 3.15 mm
Livestock fencing 2.5 mm – 4.0 mm
Chicken mesh (hex) 0.71 mm – 1.0 mm
Light crop fencing 0.90 mm – 1.6 mm
General fencing 2.0 mm – 3.15 mm

Why Farmers & Growers in Cape Town Choose Our Wire

  • Rust-resistant in coastal climates

  • Long-lasting under high UV and rain exposure

  • Affordable for large-scale fencing

  • Available in various gauges and roll sizes

  • Easy to install and maintain


Need HDG Wire in Cape Town?

At Astek Security, we supply a wide range of HDG wire, chicken mesh, and fencing products for farms, vineyards, nurseries, and fencing contractors in Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl, and beyond.

* Delivery throughout the Western Cape
* In-stock and ready to supply your next fencing project


Get in Touch Today

Contact us for expert advice on the right wire for your application — from vineyard installations to farm security fencing.

Wire Brackenfell

 



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