Flex Fence is not only made to keep horses safer while being contained, but it also works superbly for other livestock animals. With the ability to flex 6″-8″ upon impact, Flex Fence gives you the prestigious board fence look, but with safety in mind!
Alpacas & Llamas
We have many owners who say their alpacas and llamas are much safer and happily contained in their Flex/woven wire fence combination. The Flex top rail offers visibility and strength, while the woven wire helps to keep predators out. Pictured below is a RAMM customer who hosts Alpaca Yoga on their property inside of a Flex Fence top rail and non-climb mesh combination fence system.
Cattle
There have been many years of research and development has been put into our Flex Fence systems. The memory in the high-tensile wire allows the fence to flex and come back to its original shape. The polyethylene coating requires no painting to the rail and little-to-no maintenance makes Flex Fence an economical choice for any farm owner. With Flex Fences break strength of 4,200 lbs per rail, a 4 rail fence will offer 16,800 total bs of break strength! Plus the rail can flex up to 8′ on impact and return to its original shape. Your fence can not only be a strong working fence but aesthetically pleasing too! Revolutionary, streamline hardware offers easier installation.
Goats & Sheep
RAMM has both horses and sheep on the property behind our Flex. For the sheep, pictured below, we use a 4 rail, 425 fence. For added peace of mind from predators, (the woods are directly behind us), we have non-climb mesh wire in combination with it.
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*Note: These were just a few examples of livestock and Flex Fence. Our customers’ animals have included dogs, ostriches, camels, zebras and more! The size of the animal will determine the kind of rail you choose and the number of rails needed for the best containment. Choose any combination, and perhaps consider non-climb with your Flex for exotics or smaller livestock.
Is Flex Fence a Good Choice for Containing Livestock Animals? Yes, Flex Fence is an excellent and proven fencing solution for a wide variety of livestock animals. While originally designed for equine safety, its unique combination of strength, flexibility, and low maintenance makes it a highly effective and economical choice for producers and hobby farmers who need to safely contain animals beyond horses.
From cattle and alpacas to goats and sheep, owners have found that using flex fence for their livestock animals provides peace of mind that traditional fencing materials cannot.
How Does Flex Fence Work for Livestock? The key to Flex Fence’s success is its innovative design. It is engineered to absorb and dissipate impact, which is a critical safety feature when managing livestock.
Impact Absorption: The fence is designed to flex up to 6-8 inches upon impact. When an animal pushes against or runs into it, the fence gives way slightly, preventing the hard, unforgiving impact that causes injury with board, wire, or pipe fencing.
Incredible Strength: Don’t let the “flex” fool you. Each rail of Flex Fence is embedded with high-tensile steel wire, giving a single rail a break strength of 4,200 lbs. A standard 4-rail fence offers a staggering 16,800 lbs of break strength, more than enough to handle the pressure of larger livestock animals like cattle.
Returns to Shape: The high-tensile wire has a “memory,” meaning that after it flexes, it automatically returns to its original shape. This eliminates the constant repairs and stretched wires common with other types of livestock fencing.
What Livestock Animals Can Be Contained with Flex Fence? Our customers have successfully used flex fence for a diverse range of livestock animals, including:
Cattle (both beef and dairy)
Alpacas and Llamas
Goats and Sheep
Ostriches and Emus
Camels and Zebras
Large Dog Breeds
The specific number of rails and the spacing required will depend on the size and temperament of your animals. For smaller livestock like goats or sheep, or to deter predators, Flex Fence is often used in combination with woven wire or non-climb mesh for added security at the ground level.
Why Choose Flex Fence for Your Livestock? Choosing flex fence for your livestock animals provides three main benefits:
Enhanced Safety: It is arguably the safest fence available for livestock, significantly reducing the risk of cuts, punctures, and impact injuries.
Low Maintenance: The polyethylene coating is UV-resistant and requires no painting. It will not rot, rust, splinter, or break, saving you countless hours and dollars in upkeep.
Economical Choice: With its long lifespan and minimal repair needs, Flex Fence is a cost-effective long-term investment for your farm or ranch.
