
Concrete Fence & Wall Solutions from Artisan PrecastOur field-proven concrete wall and fence products are crafted to provide the rich appearance of stone, wood and brick in a variety of designs. Artisan's highly-engineered, steel reinforced precast concrete walls and fences are manufactured at NPCA certified facilities to ensure consistency and high quality. The gold standard in concrete fencing is our designer concrete FenceStone® brand product which captures the authentic look of real, hand-laid ledge stone. Let us help you select the right concrete wall or fence product for your project.Why Top Architects, Engineers, Public Works Officials, Developers and Homeowners Choose Artisan Concrete Fencing:
Call us or write us today to find out more about our concrete fence and wall products or fill out the quick quote form for more specific information. Our Precast Concrete Walls and Concrete Fences Are Used for Every Type of ProjectArtisan Precast's line of precast concrete fencing and concrete wall systems are used as perimeter walls, sound barriers, screening walls, equestrian fencing and as an attractive retaining wall solution. Our products are repeatedly specified by architects and engineers for a variety of projects for large and small residential and commercial developers, utility sites, city and state government agencies, parks and recreational facilities, community associations and individual homeowners. A Time Tested Precast Concrete Wall and Fence SolutionOur precast concrete fences were developed in 1982, and trademarked as Woodcrete®, Fencestone®, Brickcrete® and Cedarcrete®, and were designed to withstand deterioration related to termites, ground movement and weather conditions. And unlike other wall and fence materials, our precast concrete products will not rot, warp or fade. Our precast concrete fences are designed to appear as if they are made of natural stone, crafted wood or weathered brick and should the fences become damaged by collision, repairs are fast and easy. Our Precast Concrete Products Are The Gold Standard in Concrete Walls and Fences
Our concrete walls and concrete fence products consist of professionally engineered, precision-manufactured, steel-reinforced modular concrete components that interlock during the installation process. During the manufacturing process permanent color is added to the wet concrete mix to assure that future painting will not be necessary. However, if desired, the fences can be stained or painted at a later date as a design feature. But what makes our concrete fences and walls superior to other solutions is the fact that we design and manufacture our own molds. This in-depth understanding of how to create artisan-crafted precast concrete products is why are products are the preferred solution for specifiers nationwide. Why Building With Post-and-Panel Precast Walling Makes Financial SensePrecast post and panel systems are manufactured under controlled conditions and then assembled at the project site which eliminates some of the on-site risks associated with traditional wall and fence construction. Additionally, precast walls can be assembled quickly which saves on labor expense and can shorten the timeline for an overall project's completion. With our precast systems, piers are dug and the post set into the piers; concrete is poured to secure the posts, and then the panels and caps are slid into place. Overall, precast concrete products create a more controlled installation process and help ensure a quality outcome.Not all precast products are the same. Ideally, precast walls should look like the real thing rather than cold fakes. Our FenceStone® brand is one of the most revered of precast products as it looks like hand-laid ledge stone and is available in a variety of natural colors. The texture is on both sides and throughout the panel - there are no borders to betray its 'authentic' look. These products enable architects to match color and texture (wood, brick, stone, etc.) to the project in heights up to 20 feet. Crews typically work in teams of four and can assemble a typical fence of say 500 linear feet in a matter of days. Quick installation, 'controlled' assembly, and practically zero maintenance are propelling these products into exciting new projects. Appropriate for residential, commercial, industrial, public works and a variety of applications, Artisan's precast concrete walls are the increasingly preferred solution for architects and builders.
Are Precast Concrete Fences Appropriate for Green Projects?
In short, yes. There are lots of options for building perimeter walls, view barriers, retaining walls and the like so how do you sort them all out? The standard default is still concrete block (CMU- concrete masonry units) but there are other products that may be better. Products like FenceStone, BrickCrete and WoodCrete have a number of greener features. The list is long but according to our resident paint expert (formally of Sherwin Williams) one of the great benefits of precast concrete walls is that they are integrally colored with iron oxide pigments and this is a big deal. The color is added to the mix in liquid form during the manufacture of the precast concrete components so there is no need for on-site staining or painting. This eliminates the release of VOCs at the job site which can be inhaled or released into the atmosphere. For a complete listing of the many green features of our fence products, click here (set up link to take them to Green Product Features Page which is already written) Are Artisan Products Appropriate for Commercial Applications?
Precast concrete fences are ideal for commercial projects as they look great and dramatically enhance the look of any development. They install quickly, provide a variety of textured appearances (brick, stone, wood, etc.), are low maintenance, environmentally superior to many other walling options, and they are cost effective. This is a powerful combination of benefits that makes products like FenceStone, BrickCrete and WoodCrete so attractive to architects, contractors and end users. Our post-and-panel solution is especially attractive to Architects who can provide their clients with a variety of boundary/perimeter/security wall designs that look great and are priced right. Any serious project should carefully consider this option. Artisan Precast Fences Are Ideal for Commercial Projects Adjacent to Residentialprecast concrete fencing. The truth is that precast concrete walls and fences are ideal for delineating between a commercial and residential project. In a recent example, an eight foot high WoodCrete wall was erected between a "big box" commercial project and a condominium project.WoodCrete is a precast concrete fence that creates the appearance of a board-on-board shiplap design. It looks like wood but has the strength, durability and sound attenuation (sound reduction) properties of concrete. The other added benefit is that it will not rot, warp or fade like wood can so that means little or no maintenance. Now that's a great value. Other products like BrickCrete or FenceStone from Artisan Precast provide an authentic look but at a great price. Combined with a terrific and simple component and installation process this is a tough product to beat. In the project mentioned above, the homeowners were happy because it enhanced the look of their properties while providing sound reduction benefits and the commercial developer ended up with a great looking project. If you are considering any type of perimeter wall, view barrier, or security wall then you need to take a serious look at Artisan's line of products. Why Do Customers Count On Artisan Precast? This is probably easier to explain by talking about our recent attendance at a trade show. One of the things that struck me at the show was that there were fence companies, mold companies, material suppliers and so forth - but none of those things alone make a great concrete fence company or guarantee a good product and experience for the customer. Are You A Fence Company, Materials Supplier, or Concrete Forms Company? The fact is that we do all of this. Artisan Precast is primarily a precast concrete fence company but we are more than that. Yes, we do have a terrific reputation for installing beautiful concrete walls and fences all over the country. But we also sell our material to others - fence companies, contractors, developers, cities, homeowners and others who install the product themselves. We also design and manufacture our own concrete molding system which sets us apart from others. All Precast Fence Systems Are Not The SameThere are many types of precast fencing but you want to look for those brands that have been in the field and tested for a very long time. Artisan Precast's brands of products such as FenceStone have been used for decades. Artisan invests heavily in designing and manufacturing its own molds or precast concrete forms to ensure the beautiful and realistic look of its walls. Good product starts with good molds - and the newer the molds, the better. Newer molds produce a more consistent product that fits together better. That fit is what makes the fence or wall look like authentic brick, wood or stone. You also want to make sure the product is manufactured in a certified plant by an appropriate entity such as the NPCA. Also, make sure to ask if this is the company's primary business - i.e. precast fencing or just one of the many materials they offer. As we all know, specialists tend to be better at what they do than generalists because that is all they do. That experience is incredibly important to ensuring a good outcome for your project. |
