This section provides an overview for electric fences as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 electric fence manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked electric fence companies as of November, 2024: 1.Blue EnergeniQ., 2.AKO-Agrartechnik GmbH & Co. KG, 3.Zaun Ltd.
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An electric fence applies an electric current to deter living creatures from touching it. This current, delivered approximately once per second, produces an electric shock upon contact.
Touching an electric fence results in a sensation similar to static electricity. It's generally harmless if contact is brief and the person quickly withdraws their hand.
Electric fences are primarily used to contain livestock and deter pests. Animals tend to avoid electric fences after experiencing shocks, enhancing the fence's effectiveness.
Electric fences offer the advantage of controlling the movement range of animals. They can deter wild animals from entering certain areas and confine livestock to designated grazing zones.
The primary disadvantage of electric fences is their cost. This includes both the financial investment and the need for regular maintenance checks.
Selecting the right electric fence depends on its intended use and the target animals. Consider the following when choosing an electric fence:
Consider the size of your field and ensure the wire length can fully enclose it. Account for any unique terrain or steps, and choose a wire length that accommodates these features, including the required fence height.
Select fence posts suitable for the target animals and ensure you have the necessary wire-fixing devices. The positioning and height of the fence posts should be tailored to the specific animals, as follows:
Wild Boar Control: For wild boars, use posts about 3 ft high, spaced approximately 8 inches apart, with two lines of wire.
Deer Control: For deer, use posts at least 6 ft high, spaced 8-10 inches apart, with four lines of wire.
Anti-Monkey Measures: Against monkeys, use posts over 7 ft high, spaced 8-10 inches apart, with five lines of wire.
Pay attention to the following when installing electric fences:
Grass Interference: Overgrown grass touching the wire can cause electricity leakage. Regularly trim grass around the fence to prevent hiding spots for animals.
Wire Height: Ensure the electric wire is high enough to prevent ground contact, which could disrupt the electrical flow.
Metal Proximity: Metals near electric fences can accidentally conduct electricity. Avoid placing conductive materials, such as metal, close to the fence.
When not in use, electric fences are typically dismantled. Leaving them in place without electricity might make animals less fearful of the fences, reducing their effectiveness. If dismantling is not feasible, keep the electricity on and conduct periodic checks.
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Premier 1 Supplies is an American distributor of farming supplies established in 1978 and based in Washington, Iowa. The company offers various sheep, goat, and poultry keeping supplies, electric netting/fence components, shearing equipment, and tagging as well as tattooing supplies for animal tracking purposes. Its products include clippers/shearers, custom ear tags, egg incubators, and fence energizers, as well as some used equipment. The company also offers resharpening services for its clients in the farming, ranching, poultry, and wildlife management sectors.
ElectricFenceCo. is an American distributor of electric fence equipment established in 1981 and based in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. The company's product inventory includes various electric fence kits for large wildlife, livestock, or pets, as well as poly wire and rope, solar-powered chargers, and fence posts. It also offers accessories such as fence tools and testers, ground rods, insulators, and warning signage. Aside from its products, the company provides consultation, installation, and maintenance services. Its products are mainly used by clients in the wildlife management and conservation, agriculture, farming, and horticulture sectors, with additional applications in home security.
PATURA KG is a German manufacturer of farming equipment that was established in Laudenbach, Baden-Württemberg in 1973. The company’s products include cattle ranching equipment such as identification, dehorning, and castration tools, horse ranching equipment such as hoof care and grooming tools, and sheep ranching equipment including shearing and clipping tools. It also offers electric fencing and general supplies, including watering and feeding systems. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the hobby farming, industrial farming, agriculture, and equestrian training and stabling sectors.
Zaun Ltd, headquartered in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom, and with additional offices in Dubai and France, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in fencing products. The company was established in 1996 and offers a wide range of fencing solutions, including perimeter, security, and event overlay fences. The company’s product portfolio includes metal and mesh-made perimeter fencing, high-security fencing, security gates, security bollards, and hostile vehicle mitigation products (HVM), used in corporate, residential, and local authority sectors. It holds certifications for ISO 9001:2015, BS EN ISO1461:1999 standards, as well as BS EN 134838:2005.
horizont Group Gmbh established in 1945 and headquartered in Korbach, Germany is a manufacturer and supplier of animal care products including electric fences, equestrian, and animal husbandry products The company’s electric fence portfolio is segmented into poultry farming, pasture fencing, livestock farming, and stable & farm supplies. The pasture fence segments include energizers, electric fences, pasture nets, grounding & control, and gate handles & sets. The stable & farm supplies include radiant heaters, tarpaulins, pest control, barn tools, and weighing & measuring products.
Aaurora Fencing is an Australian supplier and installer of fencing products that was established in Nerang, Queensland in 1998. The company offers colorbond fences that are weather treated with polyester and zinc, aluminum fences designed to be lightweight and corrosion-resistant, glass fences designed for pools or other public areas, and security fences designed to provide protection and privacy. It also provides electrified fences, automatic gates, and temporary fences for pop-up events or outdoor expositions. The company commonly markets to clients in the hospitality, construction, and entertainment industries, as well as to individual consumers throughout the residential sector.
Efence Solutions Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian distributor and installer of electrified fence and barrier systems that was established in Puchong, Selangor in 2015. The company stocks a range of security products, including alarm systems, CCTV systems, access control systems, and smart home systems. It mainly offers electric fence systems for providing security to private residences, commercial office buildings or warehouses, and industrial manufacturing or processing facilities. The company primarily markets to clients in the agricultural, industrial, commercial, and residential sectors.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Blue EnergeniQ. |
15.5%
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2 | AKO-Agrartechnik GmbH & Co. KG |
14.6%
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3 | Zaun Ltd |
13.1%
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4 | Efence Solutions Sdn Bhd |
10.7%
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5 | Premier 1 Supplies |
8.7%
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6 | HANGZHOU OPUS FENCE SUPPLIES CO.,LTD |
8.3%
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7 | Aaurora Fencing Gold Coast. |
7.8%
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8 | PATURA KG. |
7.8%
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9 | ElectricFenceCo. |
7.3%
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10 | horizont group gmbh |
6.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the electric fence page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 2 | 25.0% |
Germany | 2 | 25.0% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 12.5% |
China | 1 | 12.5% |
Australia | 1 | 12.5% |
Malaysia | 1 | 12.5% |