We are Hebei Leeter Import and Export Co., Ltd ("Leeter"), a construction wire, mesh and fencing manufacturer in Dingzhou, Hebei, China, exporting since 2006 to buyers across North America and Europe. We manufacture Heras-style temporary fencing to buyer specs for wholesale and container orders, and the specs below are what we quote most often.
What "Heras fencing" means
Heras fencing is a generic term for round-top temporary mesh fence panels used to secure construction sites, events and vacant land. The name comes from the Heras brand but now covers any equivalent temporary mesh panel from any manufacturer. In North America the same product is often called a temporary construction fence panel or portable fence panel. The defining features are the curved "round-top" frame, the welded mesh infill, and the drop-in block feet that let a crew stand up a fence line in minutes without digging.
Standard Heras panel specifications
| Spec | Standard panel | Anti-climb panel | Imperial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panel width | 3.5m | 3.5m | 11.5 ft |
| Panel height | 2.0m | 2.0m | 6.6 ft |
| Mesh aperture | ~100 x 200mm | ~50 x 200mm or smaller | 4 x 8 in / tighter |
| Wire diameter | 3.0–4.0mm | 3.5–4.0mm | 0.12–0.16 in |
| Frame tube | 30–42mm dia | 30–42mm dia | 1.2–1.65 in |
| Top | Round-top | Round-top | Curved corners |
| Finish | Hot-dip galvanized | Hot-dip galvanized | HDG standard |
| Weight (each) | ~15–18 kg | ~18–22 kg | 33–48 lb |
These are typical export specifications. Panel height, mesh size, wire diameter and frame tube can all be tuned to your market and price point. A 3.5m x 2.0m round-top panel is the volume standard in the UK and Europe; the 2.4m x 2.1m portable panel is the Australia and New Zealand temporary-fence convention (AS 4687), while North American rental fleets typically run 6 ft high by 10–12 ft wide chain-link or welded panels.
Feet, couplers and galvanizing
A Heras fence line is only as good as its feet and joints. Standard components are:
- Feet: recycled plastic block feet (lighter, easier to ship and handle) or concrete feet (heavier, more stable in wind). Each panel usually sits in one to two feet.
- Couplers: pressed-steel or forged clamps that bolt two adjacent panels together at the vertical, tying the run into a rigid line and making it harder to lift a single panel out.
- Anti-lift and anti-tamper couplers: security-grade clamps for sites that need to resist unauthorized removal.
Hot-dip galvanizing is the standard finish because temporary fencing is stored outdoors and reused across many sites. HDG gives a thick zinc layer that survives handling scuffs far better than electro-galvanizing, which is why it is specified for rental fleets. Powder coat or PVC coating can be added for colour or extra protection.
Sourcing Heras fencing as a manufacturer order
Because temporary fencing is a reusable, high-turnover product, buyers usually order full containers wholesale and care most about consistent weld strength, straight frames and reliable galvanizing thickness. When you request a quote, specify panel size, mesh aperture, wire diameter, frame tube, foot type and coupler grade. Ask for the per-panel weight and a container stuffing count, and confirm whether feet ship in the same container, since dense concrete feet can push a light panel load to its weight limit. Ordering direct from the manufacturer in bulk lets you set these specs exactly rather than accepting a stock configuration.
Frequently asked questions
What is Heras fencing?
Heras fencing is the common UK and European name for temporary round-top welded-mesh fence panels used to secure construction sites and events. The name comes from a fencing brand and is now used generically for any equivalent temporary mesh panel. Panels drop into plastic or concrete feet and link with couplers, so a fence line goes up without digging.
What size are Heras fence panels?
The standard Heras panel is 3.5m (11.5 ft) wide by 2.0m (6.6 ft) high with roughly 100 x 200mm mesh and 3.0 to 4.0mm wire. Anti-climb versions keep the same outer size but use a tighter mesh and slightly heavier wire for added security.
What is the difference between Heras fencing and crowd control barriers?
Heras fencing is a tall 2.0m mesh panel for securing sites and controlling access, held up by drop-in feet. A crowd control barrier is a shorter 1.1m steel-tube barrier with vertical bars and interlocking ends, made for pedestrian queue and event line management. Heras is about site security; crowd barriers are about guiding people.
Is Heras fencing galvanized?
Yes, standard Heras-style panels are hot-dip galvanized for corrosion resistance because they are stored and reused outdoors. Electro-galvanized, powder-coated and PVC-coated finishes are also available, but HDG is preferred for rental fleets because the thicker zinc layer resists handling damage.
Where can I buy Heras-style temporary fence panels?
As a manufacturer we supply Heras-style welded-mesh temporary fence panels, feet and couplers direct for container orders — see our welded mesh temporary fence range. The standard build is 2.0 × 3.5 m in hot-dip galvanized 3.0–4.0 mm wire; height, width, mesh and finish are all set on your PO for wholesale and rental-fleet buyers.
