{"product_id":"wing-ends-for-cattle-guards","title":"Wing Ends for Cattle Guards","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/collections\/cattle-guards\" title=\"Cattle guards\"\u003eShop all of our Cattle Guards (click here)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003chr style=\"height: 1px; background-color: #333; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTHIS IS FOR A PAIR OF (2) WINGS\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCattle Guard Wings for Secure Livestock Containment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmark\u003eEach wing includes a convenient bolt bag hardware kit for easy attachment to your cattle guard ends.\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevent livestock from bypassing your fence line where it meets the cattle guard by installing durable cattle guard wings. These wings form a reliable two-piece barrier consisting of a post and a triangular wing section, designed to block animals from walking around the edges and escaping your pasture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifically engineered to mount seamlessly to flat top rail cattle guards, the wings feature built-in mounting tabs that bolt securely to the ends of your cattle guard, ensuring a sturdy and effective livestock barrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cattle guard wing measures 80 inches wide at the base and stands 74-1\/2 inches tall when positioned vertically. Note that the wing is sold separately from the\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/wing-posts-for-cattle-guards\" title=\"Cattle guard wing posts to support the wing ends\"\u003ecattle guard wing post\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, which must be purchased individually to complete your installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from heavy-duty 10-gauge A36 steel, each wing weighs approximately 56 pounds, with the wing-end hardware adding about 60 pounds. Installing a pair of these wings provides a secure livestock containment solution that effectively blocks access around fence-to-cattle guard junctions while allowing easy vehicle entry through your pasture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePicture of Cattle Guard Wing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg title=\"wings for cattle crossing\" src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Wing-Picture.jpg\" alt=\"cattle guard wing installed\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/livestock-supplies\/34FC881A-D2E1-406E-87A8-8DBB9B0985A0\/\"\u003eSee all of our cattle guards (click here)!!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/cattle-guard-wing-diagram-e1700083093221.jpg\" alt=\"cattle guard wing diagram\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are Cattle Guard Wings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCattle guard wings, also known as just wings or wing fences, are additional fencing structures that are installed on the sides of a cattle guard. They serve a crucial role in preventing livestock, particularly cattle, from attempting to walk around or bypass the cattle guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary purpose of cattle guards is to create an open gap in the road or fence line that allows vehicles to pass through without the need for gates while effectively deterring livestock from crossing. Cattle guards typically consist of a series of parallel bars or rails set into the ground, forming a grid-like pattern. These bars create an optical illusion for the animals, making it difficult and uncomfortable for them to walk across. While cattle guards are effective in preventing livestock from directly crossing over, determined or curious animals may attempt to navigate around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where cattle guard wings come into play. The wings are extensions of the cattle guard structure, extending horizontally from the sides. They act as a barrier, discouraging animals from attempting to step around the cattle guard. They are typically installed parallel to the road where the guard transitions from a horizontal barrier for the animals to a vertical one, known as the fence line. They form an additional obstacle that makes it challenging for livestock to walk around the junction of the last fence pole and the cattle guard itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Use Cattle Guard Wings?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreventing the 'Step-Around'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCattle guard wings help in closing off the sides of the cattle guard, eliminating the possibility of animals trying to step around the guard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile cattle guards are highly effective in deterring animals from walking directly over them, adding wings further enhances the overall effectiveness of the livestock barrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLivestock Containment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Barrier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cattle guard wings extend the barrier created by the cattle guard itself, covering the gaps on either side that might otherwise allow livestock to bypass the guard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedirecting Livestock:\u003c\/strong\u003e The angled design of the wings guides livestock away from the sides of the cattle guard, reducing the risk of animals attempting to cross at the edges where they might find a way through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReduces Injury Risk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Transition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wings create a smoother transition from the fenced area to the cattle guard, minimizing the chances of livestock injuring themselves on sharp fence edges or trying to jump over the barrier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe Containment:\u003c\/strong\u003e By effectively containing livestock within designated areas, the wings help prevent animals from wandering onto roads or other hazardous areas where they might cause accidents or get injured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEnhancing Fence Integrity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cattle guard wings often provide additional structural support to the fence line, ensuring that the entire containment system remains sturdy and reliable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreventing Fence Damage:\u003c\/strong\u003e By deterring livestock from pushing against or attempting to break through weak points in the fence, the wings help maintain the integrity of the enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEase of Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cattle guard wings are designed to be compatible with various types of fencing, making them easy to integrate into existing containment systems without extensive modifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost-Effective Solution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Installing wings can be a cost-effective way to enhance the security of a livestock containment system, reducing the need for frequent repairs or upgrades to the fence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy addressing these critical aspects, cattle guard wings play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of livestock, ultimately contributing to a more efficient and effective containment system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCattle guard wings are essential components of a comprehensive livestock roadway barrier system. They work in conjunction with cattle guards to join the fence line and create a reliable and secure barrier that not only prevents direct crossings but also discourages animals from attempting to find alternative routes around the guard. This contributes to the overall safety of the animals and crossing cars, and helps keep them safe and secure in a pasture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.barnworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cattle-Guard-Wing-e1718478729489.png\" alt=\"a cattle guard wing connected in a roadway\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Powder River","offers":[{"title":"Green","offer_id":47458224013557,"sku":"036-00050","price":519.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Safety Yellow","offer_id":47458224046325,"sku":"039-00050","price":549.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/1347\/1989\/files\/cattle_guard_wing_end.jpg?v=1773095965","url":"https:\/\/barnworld.com\/products\/wing-ends-for-cattle-guards","provider":"Barn World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}