Fence
American Tube and Pipe manufactures a full range of fence framework for high-security, industrial, commercial, and residential applications.
American Tube and Pipe manufactures a full range of fence framework for high-security, industrial, commercial, and residential applications.
We use only the highest quality steel sheet that is coated at the mill. Our mills adherence to strict coating and temperate controls ensure the highest level of zinc adhesion and uniformity. Most of our competitors utilize inline-galvanizing which produces exterior zinc only and relies solely on a layer of less effective zinc paint on the interior of the pipe. Of course if the fence post is going to set in the ground having galvanized steel on the ID is incredibly important or the post can begin rusting from the inside! American Tube and Pipe understands that corrosion protection on the inside is equally as important as corrosion protection on the outside.
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Download Dimensions Strength PDF Download Residential Framework PDF Download AP40 BrochureGalvanized with zinc on the inside and outside of the tube is only the first step in our coating process. We then apply a chromate conversion coating to inhibit white rust and enhance already strong corrosion resistance. The last step is a clear organic topcoat which seals in the protection and produces a luminous protective finish. The topcoat also makes a great primer for any paint or powder coat and is fabrication friendly.
In fact, our coating process is so effective it is hard to believe. Independent testing agencies have salt spray tested (ASTM B117) our AP20 product for 4000 hours with no sign of red rust and our AP40 product for 7000 hours with no sign of red rust. Many of our competitors advertise 1000 hours to 5% red rust on the exterior! Even more shocking is our interior salt spray test results. Many of our competitors (especially those who utilize inline-galvanizing) will only certify interior salt spray tests of 650 hours with 5% red rust. Independent testing agencies have tested the interior of our AP20 and AP40, and we have consistently achieved results between 2000 and 3000 hours before 5% red rust was observed. If your end user is putting the fence post in the ground, interior corrosion protection matters!
American Tube and Pipe exists to serve our customers. To that end, we maintain a flexible production schedule that prioritizes you. Our tube and pipe comes in stock lengths for quick shipping, and we also offer custom cut-to-length products if that what your projects or customers call for. Swaged end tube is also available. American Tube and Pipe also offers powder-coated fence framework. We have industry standard colors and sizes in stock, and nearly any combination you can imagine available.
All of our AP pipe products begin life as high strength steel sheet with 50,000 minimum yield conforming to A653/A653M ASTM standards. The sheet is hot dipped galvanized(OD and ID) at the mill under state-of-the-art coating and temperature controls, ensuring the highest level of adhesion and uniformity. This superior method of galvanizing eliminates flaking and spot rusting. The zinc used is of the highest quality conforming to ASTM B-6.
American Tube and Pipe manufactures all fence framework in the United States and is in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local specifications. We can satisfy the strictest Buy America and Buy American standards.
AP-40 pipe is used in heavy industrial, government, and high security fencing such as military and government facilities, highways, bridges, utility and water treatment plants, prisons, schools, play and ball fields, chemical plants, sea ports, airports, solar projects, and other industrial applications.
AP-30 is a great hybrid product that will stand up to heavy commercial and light industrial use and is stronger, lighter, more economical, and easier to handle than Schedule 40
AP-20 and AP-15 are high strength, light wall pipe specifications for use in commercial fence applications like manufacturing plants, warehouses, commercial centers, office buildings, retail centers, parks, multifamily housing, parking lots, dog runs, and other commercial applications
Our residential framework is available in 16, 17, and 18 gauge for use at homes, front yards, and back yards
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