Fence post assembly, portable fencing system and method
US6595496B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 22, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04H12/2269
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fence post assembly, as well as a fencing system and related method utilizing the fence post assembly, for forming a temporary enclosure, such as a horse corral for restraining horses. The fence post assembly is provided with an extensible and retractable fence strand, such as polytape or wire, as well as a ground anchor at one end of the post to enable the post to be anchored into the ground. The extendable and retractable fence strand is selectively positionable along the length of the post between the first and second opposite ends thereof. In addition, the fence strand can be electrically conductive to permit the enclosure to be electrified. Provision is made to maintain electrical continuity between fence strands.
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