Posts

Posts are prepunched based upon your particular fence/gate configuration.  This is an extremely straightforward installation.  Gaps in the diagrams below illustrate which "sides" of the post are prepunched for fence panel insertion.  Don't forget, you can always use Wall Mounts (in lieu of a post) to connect one end of any fence panel to a building, house, column or existing structure. 

For Post Length Chart and pricing, click on any of the post links below:
 

Line Post	Corner Post	End Post	T Post	Transition Post	Gate Post (punched)	Gate Post (blank)

4 Types of Fence Post applications:

1) IN GROUND - where the posts will be cemented into the ground (dirt, grass, etc.)
2) DECK - where the posts are going to be mounted on top of a deck (cement, wood...etc.)
3) CORE DRILL  - where you will be using a Core Drill to drill holes in an existing cement deck or floor
4) COMBINATION - where you will be utilizing 2 or more of the above post application options.

NOTE:  Posts used for Deck Applications with Deck Mounts can easily be cut down on-site during installation.  This is helpful to the installer in that the decision is made on-site for how much clearance there will be between the bottom of all the fence panels / gates and...the ground.

In Ground (typical)	Deck Application deck mounts	Deck Application welded plated post
	Not to be used with 2" x 2" posts.  Use 2.5" x 2.5" posts and/or 3" x 3" posts only.  Deck mounts should only be used for fencing/gate applications up to 4' high.  Easy to install, deck mounts will provide a stable, taught support system.  If you would like to use 2" x 2" posts for your deck application, you can do so by ordering 2" x 2" posts with welded plates.	Required for fencing/gate applications 54" high or 60" high when mounting posts on top of a deck.  Not recommended for fence/gate application 6' high or higher.  Must core drill posts.  Anchor bolts not included; pick them up locally.  Welded plates are the strongest option for deck applications and recommended for high traffic areas.

You will need 2 posts for any Single-Swing Gate or Double-Swing gate.  Gate posts can also act as line posts or corner posts...if punched (Gate-Punched Post).  You never need to install 2 posts next to each other.  For deck applications (where you are using Deck Mounts) you most likely will have to cut down the post on-site...but this is very easy to do.  Deck Mounts and Welded Plates can be ordered along with your posts in the post area of the Online Store.  In regards to Deck Applications, as you move up in height in your fence choice, you must use welded plates in lieu of Deck Mounts.

Never use 2.5" posts as gate posts because the thickness (.075) is not optimum for Single-Swing Gates or Double-Swing Gates.  Many clients who move up to 2.5" line, corner, end, T, blank posts for their project will then move up to 3" x 3" x .125" Gate Posts.  These larger posts really make a visual impact for any fencing project, however, they're not necessary for structural purposes unless you're purchasing an Grade 4:Industrial grade fence and gate system.

When you purchase Welded Plates, the plates are welded on to each post during production and prior to shipment.  Welded Plates are automatically set (punched) to leave 2" of clearance after fence panel insertion unless otherwise instructed.  Let us know if you require a different measurement.  If your application requires a combination of welded plate posts with (let's say) in ground posts....make sure you first install the welded plate posts because the clearance is set.  Then, you can follow with your in ground posts and match the clearance so that your entire aluminum fence, gates and horizontal rails line up. 

For very large and wide Commercial and Industrial gates (Single Gates wider than 6' or Double Gates wider than 12') it is strongly recommended to purchase Gate Posts that are a little bit longer than the minimum recommended post.
 

2" x 2" post with Welded Plate	3" x 3" post with Welded Plate