Fencing Structure Types 1. Steel Palisade Fence Palisade fencing has been the primary choice for perimeter security for decades. Providing protection against theft and intrusion, it is known for its sturdiness and is easily recognisable by the vertical steel pales and sharp profile. Structure Made of steel, the palisade fence is constructed with two horizontal […]
International Women’s Day As part of the AFI’s ongoing commitment to recognising, highlighting and promoting women across the fencing industry, we are currently updating the Women in Fencing page on the AFI website. The page showcases the wide range of roles women hold within our sector — from office-based and operational roles to leadership and on-site positions […]
Preparing for the Employment Rights Act The Employment Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025, paving the way for significant reforms to employment law over the next two years. The changes fall broadly into three categories: new rights and protections for workers; fair pay, terms and working conditions; and enforcement and trade unions. The first […]
Lawsons Group Provides Materials for Jamaica in Aftermath of Hurricane Melissa From 21st October to November 4th 2025 Hurricane Melissa wreaked devastation across Jamaica. The CEO of Trizone Electrical Services Ltd, Tazio Heath, was in Jamaica when the hurricane struck. “The power of the hurricane was a humbling and frightening experience. Emerging from shelter the next morning I saw the […]
Government Launches First Road Safety Strategy in Over a Decade The Government has published its first Road Safety Strategy in more than ten years, setting out an ambitious and long-awaited plan to significantly reduce deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads. The strategy commits to a 65% reduction in road deaths and serious injuries by 2035, […]
When it comes to looking after your perimeter fencing, it’s important to consider how you treat the surface. Choosing the right treatment will not only increase the lifespan of your fence but will make maintenance far easier and keep your perimeter looking aesthetically pleasing. There are two main surface treatments commonly used for metal perimeter fencing: […]
Our Very Own Field Trial! We’ve recently installed a full run of fencing on our own land at our Ruthin Mill, using posts from our Platinum Range, putting our manufacturing to the test in real-world conditions. Posts used in our test:100mm 2.1m100mm 2.7m150mm 3.0m115mm 3.66 H/R All Produced using a WPA Approved preservative Tanalith E, […]
Workplace Stress New research from the TUC indicates unprecedented levels of concern about workplace stress. Nearly 8 in 10 respondents (79%) identified stress as one of the main health and safety issues they face, making it the most frequently cited hazard in the survey’s history and significantly higher than all other reported risks. The survey of more than 2,700 […]
General Fencing – Working Supervisor Planner – Southwest (Days & Nights) Job Description: Lead Fencer – Join a Leading National Infrastructure ContractorSalary: Starting at £35,000, dependent on experience Contract Type: Full-time, permanentWorking Pattern: Monday to Friday (nights and days) weekends by agreement. About CD Fencing & Construction Services Ltd We are a well-established, fast-moving, and […]
New Planning Act The Planning and Infrastructure Bill received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025, with a number of the new measures coming into force with immediate effect. The new Act is key to meeting the Government’s targets for homes and major infrastructure, and Ministers will confirm in due course when the remaining reforms will take effect. GOVERNMENT RAISES AGRICULTURAL […]