What is this standard about?
BS 1722-18:2011 is part of an extensive series of standards relating to fence panels. It deals specifically with performance requirements for steel mesh site perimeter temporary fencing.
Who is this standard for?
- Manufacturers of steel mesh perimeter fence panels
- Retailers and users of these panels
- Estate management/project managers/construction/event site managers
- Anyone involved with installing and maintaining these panels
- Testers of panels
Why should you use this standard?
BS 1722-18:2011 specifies performance requirements for the manufacture of steel mesh site perimeter temporary fencing. It includes test methods to verify that these requirements have been met.
This part of the standard includes detailed guidelines and information on the dimensions and construction of a typical fence panel that would meet these requirements. It includes recommendations on fence panel mesh test procedures, climb deterrent mesh tests and installation guidance.
What’s changed since the last update?
This part of BS 1722 supersedes DD 1722-18:2007, which is withdrawn.