Birdbusters - Bird Netting

Bird netting consists of high density polyethylene twine that is twisted and knotted to form a strong impenetrable bird barrier to pest birds. The coloring (Black, Beige & Milky White) and U.V. treatment are embedded in the composition, making the bird net more resistant to the effects of the sun with a more consistent coloring throughout.

A cable support structure is installed on the structure with steel attachments applicable to the substrate

The bird netting is then stretched tight and attached to the cable support structure with steel bird net rings, forming a tight, solid, impenetrable bird barrier to humanely exclude the targeted pest bird species.

Advantages of Bird Net

• Long lasting, humane, nearly invisible bird control product
• 100% bird exclusion against all pest bird species
• Extremely strong and versatile bird exclusion product
• Wide variety of fastening devices for use on any substrate
• Specially treated polyethylene is highly resistant to U.V. rays
• Will last for 10 years or more
• Available in black, stone & translucent colors to blend with your structure
• Available in six standard plus custom sizes
• Will not rot or absorb water
• Flame Resistant
• Humane bird control product
• Special net zippers and clips are available for easy maintenance access

Manufacturing Process

The twine is knitted into sheets on a net-making machine. A pressure of 5 tons is then applied to the net to stretch it into squares. The net is then heat set in an enclosed system at a temperature of 200 F for 3 minutes.

Standard mesh sizes are 3/4", 1-1/8" and 2", but other mesh sizes can be manufactured. Nets can be custom made in any length or width. For ease of installation, corners and long sides are marked. StealthNet is available in stock colors of Black, Stone (beige) and Translucent, with White available by special order.

Construction

Six strands of polyethylene, each 12/1000" (hence the name 12/6), are wrapped rope-like into one strong, rot-resistant, U.V. protected twine. With a breaking strength of 44 lbs per twisted strand, StealthNet is the strongest polyethylene netting available in the world. StealthNet`s U.V.-treatment and color pigmentation are embedded in the composition (not just dipped), making the net more resistant to the effects of the sun with a more consistent coloring throughout. Flame-retardant netting is now available through special order.

Thermal Properties

Softening point in the region of 250 F.

Effect of High Temperature

Melting point in excess of 270 F. Burns with difficulty. May be heated for short periods up to 600 F.

Effect of Low Temperatures

Polyethylene retains its flexibility at very low temperatures and does not become rigid under freezing conditions.

Flammability

Burns slowly in air (ASTM Test 1.0?/min); fine filaments tend to melt and drop away before propagating a flame.

Chemical Properties

Polyethylene, a paraffin hydrocarbon, is chemically inert and is highly resistant to a wide range of chemicals at ordinary temperatures. It does not rot or absorb water. Polyethylene fibers have a high resistance to acids and alkalids at all concentrations, but are attacked by nitric acid. Insoluble in most common organic solvents at room temperature.

Electrical Properties

Polyethylene is an outstanding electrical insulator, especially to high frequency currents.

Insects and Micro-organisms

The fibers are not ingested by insects and are completely resistant to bacteria, mildew and other micro-organisms, making them virtually rot proof.

Effects of Wind

Wind passes effortlessly through StealthNet, although smaller mesh sizes are effected by wind to a larger degree.