Top tip: Fence and gateposts should never depend on each other.

When installing a gateway in a high tensile fencing system, treat the fence and the gate as two separate structures.
Why? Because unexpected pressure on one can damage the other.

For example:
If a tree falls on the fence or cattle hit the wire, the tension can cause the end strainer to move under load. If your gate is hung from that post, it may no longer swing properly once the strain is released.
On the other hand, if a vehicle knocks the gatepost out of alignment, it could compromise the tension of the entire fence line if the two are connected.

Best practice:
• Install the gateposts a few metres away from the fence box strainer
• Fill the gap with a stock-proof barrier
• Fix the barrier to only one side, allowing it to touch (but not be fixed to) the other

This way, if one structure moves, the other remains unaffected.
A simple detail during installation that can save a lot of repairs later. Looking for more advice and product selection for your project? Get in touch