Securing Oilfield Assets: Chain Wire Fencing for Equipment Rest Pads

Protecting High-Value Equipment in Harsh Terrains

In oil and gas operations, equipment often needs temporary rest zones for inspection, staging, or downtime. Chain wire fencing reinforced with UV-resistant tension wires offers a durable and flexible perimeter system for such equipment pads. It is particularly critical in deserts and offshore prep yards, where solar radiation and high salinity can corrode ordinary fences quickly.

Fence Configuration & Structural Details

Designs typically include 2.5m-high fencing with bottom skirting to prevent sand or debris ingress. UV-resistant wires are tensioned using stainless-steel eye bolts anchored on 100mm x 100mm concrete posts. These setups follow specifications outlined in ASTM F567 and ISO 14587 for industrial fencing installations. Support platforms with Anti-Slip Perforated Panels offer safer access to rest pad areas.

Visual Integration & Layout Planning

In many sites, fencing is color-coded to indicate safety zones (red for pressurized areas, yellow for flammable zones). At an oilfield in Kazakhstan, engineers used black PVC-coated chain wire fencing to reduce light reflection and improve equipment visibility. Adjacent zones featured Decorative Perforated Panels for signage integration and dust deflection.

Case Study: Offshore Prep Yard in Louisiana

At a Gulf Coast staging yard, ExxonMobil deployed chain wire fencing for 12 rest pads used for pipeline spooling trailers. Using UV-resistant materials extended fence life by 4 years compared to traditional setups. The operation's success was featured in the Energy Institute Journal and supported by infrastructure planning from the American Society of Civil Engineers.

Integrated Safety & Monitoring Features

The fencing supports integration with access controls, CCTV, and IoT monitoring systems. It helps define operational perimeters and acts as a visual guide for heavy equipment movement. Similar to Acoustic Perforated Panels used in turbine yards, the fences can be dual-purposed for sound buffering and asset containment.

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Also read: Designing for Harsh Environments: Fence Longevity in Oilfields