Tenax Solutions for agricultural Applications

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1 AGRICULTURAL catalog

2 Tenax Solutions for agricultural Applications Tenax offers a wide range of products for the agricultural industry. From netting to fencing, our products offer practical solutions to many problems faced by today s farmers, breeders, and homeowners, alike. Tenax fence and nets are long lasting, highly visible, strong, economical, and lowmaintenance. In addition, we offer a full range of metal alternative products. These products are often suitable for use in place of traditional chicken and welded wire. Our customers can benefit from a product that has the look and feel of metal mesh but will not rust, corrode, or bend out of shape to create dangerous sharp edges. Made of high density polyethelene or polypropylene plastics, our products are safe for use around livestock and are resistant to chemical agents. We offer products that are resistant to UV exposure, and other adverse climate conditions. 2

3 CROP & FLOWER SUPPORT page 4 DEER CONTROL page 5 BIRD CONTROL pages 6 POULTRY FENCING & CAGING page 7 GROUND PROTECTION page 8 EROSION CONTROL/SOD NET page 9 TREE GUARDS page 10 HOME & GARDEN pages 11 AQUACULTURE page 12 PALLET WRAP NETTING page 13 ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY page ABOUT TENAX page 16 3

4 crop & flower support Tenax Hortonova is a strong, versatile polypropylene mesh specially designed for more efficient and economical cultivation of vegetables, fruits and flowers. Due to its durability and practical nature, Tenax Hortonova is now being used by many agriculturalists and floriculturists. It is available in a variety of widths and mesh sizes and is easy to handle and install. Tenax Hortonova fully satisfies the requirements for a variety of growing techniques, both vertical and horizontal. The variety of sizes makes it ideal for either home gardeners or commercial growers. Climbing plants, such as gourds, zucchini, peas, beans, cucumbers, melons, etc. attach themselves to the mesh of Tenax Hortonova and can extend freely. hortonova HORTONOVA 7FA CODE Sizes shipping weight Colors x white x white 10 HORTONOVA 8FA CODE Sizes shipping weight Colors x white x white 10 HORTONOVA 9FA CODE Sizes shipping weight Colors x white x white 10 For Flower Cultivation: Tenax Hortonova is highly recommeded for flower cultivation due to its light weight and resistance to chemical agents. The netting is safe for fragile leaves and stems. It will not burn delicate plants as wire can. Tenax Hortonova will not promote growth of disease or bacteria. HORTONOVA 10FG CODE Sizes shipping weight Colors x white x white 10 HORTONOVA 11FG CODE Sizes shipping weight Colors x white 10 HORTONOVA 13FG CODE Sizes shipping weight Colors x white 10 For Growing Vegetables: Climbing plants attach themselves easily to the Hortonova mesh and can extend freely. This trelling technique provides greater exposure to the sun and air. It also reduces ground contact and allows more efficient drainage of the plants; thus, eliminating the formation of microbiological growths (moss/fungus) and permitting better crop maturation. Space is used more efficiently allowing higher crop yields per square foot and easier cultivation. Tenax Hortonova also makes harvesting much easier by seperating stems and allowing for reachthru easy picking. The use of Hortonova for plant support is ideal for both large and small-scale production. The product encourages the growth of flowers and contributes to the profitability. 4

5 deer control Tenax deer control fencing is the ideal alternative where welded wire has been the traditional solution. It s durability, ease of use, and other practical advantages make it a superior choice. Tenax deer control fencing offers maximum strength due to bioriented stretching. Our fencing comes in three different types of nets: Deer Net Folded, C-Flex, and our strongest fence, C-Flex P. Each, once installed as a fence with support posts, are effective against pesky deer. All fence and nets are UV stabilized to withstand outdoor sun exposure, and stay in peak condition even in severe weather. Tenax deer control fence and nets will not rust, rot or corrode, and will never need painting. They are effective and harmless alternatives to harmful poisons and useless scare tactics. The fence and nets guarantee optimal visibility and allow the transfer of natural light. There are no sharp edges, so the product will not cut your hands during installation. c-flex deer net folded An economical net for enclosing small areas which need protection from deer damage. Deer Net is also ideal for seasonal protection when a fence is not needed year-round. It can be easily installed and removed and is reusable from year to year. It can also be used to cover plants or along the ground as deer deterrent. The product is folded in half for easy handling and merchandising. DEER NET FOLDED 2A x x 0.94 black 20 better c-flex p good best Once installed, C-flex is virtually invisible against your landscaping. The fence is recommended for areas which experience light to moderate deer traffic. Popular with both landscapers and professional installers, C-Flex can be used to enclose the perimeter of your property or smaller areas such as gardens. The P stands for premium strength. Like C-Flex, C-Flex P is virtually invisible once installed and is recommended for areas that experience heavy deer traffic. C-FLEX C-FLEX C-FLEX P x x 1.96 black x x 1.96 black x x 1.96 black x x 1.96 black x x 1.96 black n/a x x 1.96 black n/a x x 1.96 black x x 1.96 black x x 1.96 black n/a 5

6 bird control The greed of birds creates a problem for all producers of plants and flowers. These predators cause problems to buds and fruit on trees, and to seeds and seedlings in the ground. a practical and reliable solution that is lightweight, yet strong, and will last for many seasons. It is easy to install and allows moisture, light, and air to permeate. To protect crops from partial or total destruction, it is essential to install protection systems. Tenax bird net is the ideal system for protecting against bird damage since it offers ORNEX sm/lm S-31 all-purpose net Tenax Ornex is available in both small mesh (SM) and large mesh (LM) openings. This light weight net can be laid over the top of bushes and other low lying vegetation or on the tops of trees to prevent birds from preying on fruit and other crops. ORNEX SM X x.472 green 20 S-31 is the strongest bird control netting offered by Tenax. The wide width rolls are ideal for use in vineyards and orchards, to reduce crop damage caused by birds. S-31 1A x x.75 black x x.75 black n/a All-Purpose Net is commonly used as a bird barrier over bushes and shurbs. It can also be used as a temporary cover over landscaping to protect from deer damage. ALL-PURPOSE NET case x x.75 black x x.75 black 10 ORNEX LM x x.787 black x x.787 black x x.787 black x x.787 black n/a x x.787 black 25 6 Manufactured by the unique Tenax extrusion process, our nets are strong yet light-weight and will last for many seasons.

7 poultry fencing & caging Tenax poultry & caging fencing will not rust, rot or corrode. Because they are lightweight, yet rigid, they are faster and easier to install than wood and wire fencing. Also, there are no rough edges to injure you or your valuable livestock. cintoflex D/e/M hardware net poultry fence Light-weight, yet strong, our Cintoflex series products are available in a variety of different mesh sizes and roll widths. From perimeter fence to pond protection net, the uses for these products are limitless. Cintoflex will keep birds out of rafters when installed as barrier (type M is recommended for this application). It is also ideal for caging, runs, and around pens. CINTOFLEX D x x 1.33 black x x 1.33 black x x 1.33 black n/a x x 1.33 black n/a CINTOFLEX E x x.55 black 20 Hardware Net is a small, sturdy mesh that is ideal for poultry cage flooring. It is easy to wash down, and will not mold or mildew, allowing for the clean breeding of clean, productive poultry. HARDWARE NET millennium fence case qty x 15.4 x.4 black x 15.4 x.4 silver x 15.4 x.4 black x 15.4 x.4 silver 12 This long lasting, UV stabilized, plastic alternative to traditional chicken wire will not rust, rot, or corrode, and is easy to reuse. It can be used in many applications, including poultry runs and screening, and as a fence around vegetable or flower gardens. It is easy to work with because it cuts with a utility knife, and leaves no sharp edges. The attactive design blends into the surrounding areas. POULTRY FENCE case qty x x.75 green x x.75 black x x.75 silver x x.75 green x x.75 black x x.75 silver x x.75 green x x.75 black x x.55 black 20 CINTOFLEX M x x 1 black x x 1 black x x 1 black 16 1A x x 1 black n/a x x 1 black n/a Millennium LW is available in the familiar color of galvanized metal. It looks like welded wire. This strong, low maintenance fence is also perfect for containment of certain animals. MILLENNIUM FENCE cases x x 1.75 silver 6 7

8 ground protection ground protection gp Turf reinforcement tr tr/gp accessories Tenax provides galvanized steel U-shaped metal fixing pins to ensure easy and secure installation of our TR and GP products. Once installed, GP keeps heavy farmyard vehicles such as tractors and trucks from damaging the grass. The grids are made from a heavy duty, extruded polymer that can withstand up to 8 tons per axle. It is also the ideal ground protection for livestock areas - especially for horses and ponies. GP can also be used inside barns when stacking hay to allow air to flow under the bales and keep them dry. GROUND PROTECTION x x.590 green 4 TR is an extruded polymer grid that can be used to reinforce grassed areas that experience light-weight vehicle (cars, lightduty farm equipment) traffic and heavy foot traffic. For best results, install TR when the grass is short, to reduce mud tracks around your barn, your house, on foot and buggy paths. TURF REINFORCEMENT x x green 8 In addition, Tenax Parking Markers are ideal for marking out parking bays. Simply pushed through the mesh into the ground, this highly visable marker peg will guide drivers into the right location and ensure that optimum use is made of grassed parking areas. staples tr/gp Tenax GP is a heavy duty polymer grid for protecting and reinforcing grassed areas to be used by vehicles with an imposed loading up to 8 tons per axle. STAPLES TR/GP product code Size color case quanity 2A x 1 x 8 #6 steel 500 PARKING MARKERS TR/GP CODE length color case quanity 3A inches white 100 parking markers tr/gp 8

9 erosion control/sod net erosion control Erosion control on work sites and in finished projects is more than just important, it is essential. It is often a city, state, and federal requirement. Tenax helps meet these requirements with a variety of erosion control products for many applications. radix silt fence Radix gets its name from the Latin word for root and for good reason. This product is specially designed to help vegetation establish an effective root base. Radix net is ideal for holding straw or hay mulch in place while vegetation is established. RADIX product code Sizes Mesh Colors SILT FENCE 79S x 6, x 1 green loose x 100 n/a black x 100 n/a black 25 RADIX 9 ACRE product code Sizes Mesh Colors 79S x 25, x 1 green n/a RADIX 10 ACRE Nothing beats silt fence at preventing work site soil loss. A lightweight woven fabric allows fluids to pass through while trapping soil particles. Thus, preventing soil loss from the work site. Tenax silt fence comes pre-attached to posts, so no expensive machinery is required for installation. sod net Tenax offers two specially designed sod net products that encourage the production of both rolls turf and sod grass. Their particular net structure allows the grass root mass to intertwine with the mesh apertures to create a uniform mat. RADIX 9/10/11 ACRE a2 product code Sizes Mesh Colors 1A x 25, x 1 green n/a RADIX 11 ACRE product code Sizes Mesh Colors 1A x 25, x 1 green n/a Using Tenax Radix allows for the turf grass to be harvested thinner and lighter weight, yet the sods are just as robust. This can result in lower transporation cost and less handling. Waste is also reduced by significantly reducing the number of broken sods, even when using seeds with creeping roots. A x 12, x.787 clear x 12, x.787 clear x 12, x.787 clear x 12, x.787 clear 10 Tenax A2 is a net with rectangular mesh manufactured from polypropylene. It is used during harvesting to wrap the turf in big and high-weighted rolls. The rolls, reinforced and protected by the net, get less damaged and loose less quantity of earth during transportation and installation. 9

10 tree guards Young trees need protection in the early years of growth to ensure their survival against animals and mankind. In rural areas they are under attack from rabbits and deer that will feed on their shoots and strip and rub the bark from the stems and branches. Tenax plastic mesh tree guards are manufactored from chemical-resistant polyethylene which makes them extremely light, easy to carry and simple to erect and store. They are also very resilient and regain their shape after being knocked or pushed. tg30 hardware net TG30 is a square shaped mesh for protection of young plants because it inhibits shoots from penetrating through the mesh resulting in damage by animals and it also offers protection from the wind. The large square mesh structure of TG30 makes is more stable and resistant to atmospheric elements. TG30 SIZE mesh colors 3 x 1 1 x 1 black Hardware Net is our best selling utility product. With a small, sturdy mesh, it makes great tree guards for both small and large trees on yards. This plastic hardware is easy to wrap around a tree s bark than metal hardware cloth and will not rust, rot or corrode. Hardware Net also makes great vegetable cages, tool shelf liner, or for temporary fence repair. HARDWARE NET case x 15.5 x.5 black x 15.5 x.5 silver x 15.5 x.5 black x 15.5 x.5 silver 12 SYSTEM TIES SYSTEM TIES FOR A TIGHT SECURE INSTALLATION USE TENAX PLASTIC SYSTEM TIES. CODE Sizes Colors ties/ CASE black 1, black 1, orange green black Tenax plastic fencing products are affordable alternatives to metal nets and easier to install.

11 home & garden From balconies, gardens, to vegetable patches and aviaries, Tenax plastic meshes are designed for seperating, protecting, decorating, and fencing. With our meshes, which are made from the highest quality plastics, it is not necessary to use welded wire, wire supports, and structures such as reeds and wood. Our mesh will not rot, rust, or corrode. They are strong and easy to install, and because they are U.V. treated, they provide long lasting, maintenance-free use. home fence garden fence ranch 1 Home Fence is our strongest garden fence, ideal for flowerbeds, vegetable patches, and gardens. Also great as a long-term fence attached to a wooden frame. The product comes in 2, 3, and 4. The 2 foot height is great as a border fence, or as a trellis for climbing vines of any type. Tenax Garden Fence is a standard, economical, yet attractive garden barrier that can be used to replace galvanized wire, security for wooden fences or decks, provide visual barriers for pets, and for use around flower or vegetable gardens. GARDEN FENCE HOME FENCE cases cases x 25 2 x 2 green x 25 2 x 2 white 12 2A x x.708 green 9 2A x x.708 green 9 2A x x.708 green x 25 2 x 2 green 12 Ranch 1 is manufactured using Tenax bi-orientation technology (stretching of the mesh in both the longitudinal and transversal directions) to provide extra strength and rigidity. Ranch 1 fence is ideal for solving all temporary and permanent fencing problems on both farming and construction environments x 50 2 x 2 green 36 PRO-SEEDER RANCH x x 2.30 green x x 2.30 green 50 The Pro-Seeder works by creating a vacuum to pick up and hold seeds on its tip for easy planting. It makes sowing easy and helps reduce seed wastage. PRO-SEEDER CODE weight per case 11 PS446UB 2 lbs/case 10 11

12 aquaculture Optimize crop growth, minimize mortality and maximimize profits with Tenax aquaculture netting. We offer a variety of products that can meet your needs, whether you are raising fin fish or shell fish. Our nets won t rust, rot, or corrode, are non-toxic, economical and chemical resistant. Tenax nets can be used for predator and washout control or to build cages, dividers, pens, etc. CINTOFLEX E, M Popular with fish hatcheries, Cintoflex series nets can be used as dividers in tanks, as filters, or over ponds for fish protection. A wide assortment of roll widths are available to meet a variety of application needs. ramada This rigid small mesh netting is perfect for building cages, traps, pens, etc. Made of high density polyethelene plastic, Ramada is easy to cut but won t cut you, no sharp edges. It is non-toxic and chemical RAMADA x x.5 black 12 oyster bags Tenax square mesh oyster bags are available in two sizes (11mm and 16mm) to accomodate growing oysters. The larger (16mm) mesh, recommended for use at the tiime of final harvest, promotes good water flow and optimizes growth. OYSTER BAGS per pack x mm black x mm black 25 CINTOFLEX E x x.55 black x x.55 black 16 CINTOFLEX M x x 1 black x x 1 black x x 1 black 16 1A x x 1 black n/a x x 1 black n/a plurima Plurima barrier netting is widely accepted in the shellfish industry. This bright orange, lightweight extruded net, provides protection from predators while holding small seed in place. R-9 Protect your clam beds from predators with Tenax R-9 clam netting. R-9 can be easily staked in place and then rolled up for clam harvesting. 12 PLURIMA x x.236 orange 20 R x x.354 white n/a

13 PALLET wrap netting Tenax pallet wrap netting is made of light weight polypropylene with an open mesh structure, which allows produce to breathe. The open mesh will not interfere in the fumigation, cooling and ventilation processes, and makes inspection and stamping of goods easier. Tenax pallet netting can be applied quickly and easily by hand or machine. The net is pre-stretched, making it resistant to tearing and will not lose its elasticity when stretched around packages. Due to a special production process of extrusion and stretching, the netting is highly resistant and conforms to any size package, even bulky items. It is easy to use and designed to fit most standard pallet wrapping machines. PALLET WRAP A1 PALLET WRAP A x 5, x.787 clear x 5, x.787 clear x 10, x.787 clear 40 13

14 tenax ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY tenax cares. A Responsible Company Tenax family of products tell one familiar story we care about the environment. We strive to protect the quality and diversity of our environment by complying with all local, national and international standards, legislation and agreements regulating our activities. We realize how important natural resources are and are environmentally responsible reducing, reusing and recycling materials of all kinds. All of our fences and nets are recyclable, and where possible are produced using post-consumer or post industrial products. We strive to prevent pollution (including releases to the atmosphere, land or water) before it is produced, reduce the amount of waste generated at our facilities, and support pollution prevention by customers and distributors. We work heavily with responsible citizen organizations in the communities we serve, and promote reuse and recycling of our fences and nets by encouraging consumers to utilize Earth s 911, CLEANUP, a resource which consumers can use to locate their nearest recycling center. Tenax will not tolerate child labor, discrimination or the use of timber from intact natural forests. All timber used for Tenax products will come from certified forests. We acknowledge that FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified is the only current standard that meets the long-term aims of Tenax. Our letterhead, business cards, and envelopes are all printed on paper that has 20% post-consumer recycled fiber 14

15 By using our durable, recycled/ recyclable plastic, which will not rust, rot, or corrode, a consumer reduces the use of nonrenewable resources such as wood and metal. content and are printed with soy-based inks. In fact, all of our marketing and merchandising materials use media containing post-consumer recycled content and soy-based inks where possible. Tenax is also working towards becoming a paperless company, reducing paper by utilizing electronic sources such as , CD ROM s and the internet instead of traditional printed materials. In fact, we invite you to explore our variety of products by viewing the Tenax catalog online at If you would like for us to send you a CD ROM of our catalog, please call us at or your request to sales@tenax.com. Continuous Improvement Tenax continually seeks out and investigates alternative methods of manufacturing or acquiring our products. We will conduct our activities, including contracting with other business entities, in a resource-efficient manner. We will be selective in our choice of products, and processes. When more environmentally sound methods are identified, we will move promptly when economic circumstances allow adapting these practices. We believe that sound environmental policy contributes to our competitive strength and benefits our employees, the public, and the very home we all call planet Earth. it s all our home. 15

16 About TENAX Established in Italy in 1960 as a company specializing in the extrusion of thermoplastic polymers, TENAX has been the rising star with constant growth in production. Its corporate and organizational growth now places it as an International Group with a turnover of around $100 million of which 40% comes from outside the European Union. TENAX has 500 staff working in production units, technical and sales departments and distribution centers which are responsible for contacts within the various markets. Its detailed attention to the development of markets has led the TENAX Group to progressively extend its organization, favoring the establishment of numerous specialized production units. After the establishment of the original Italian headquarters in Viganò in the province of Lecco, the first company specializing in agricultural products was established in the province of Rieti, followed by a large production centers in Maryland and Alabama in the USA. A further seven subsidiaries located in strategic countries throughout the world complete this multinational organization. The subsidiaries act as receiving centers for the geographical area under their responsibility in order to implement the Group s know how there and from where they benefit from operational autonomy for planning their development. TENAX Corporation 4800 East Monument Street Baltimore, Maryland Fax info@us.tenax.com 16 get code from carmen 04/08