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  Modular fencing systemUSPTO Application #: 20060186393Title: Modular fencing system Abstract: A modular fencing system having retainers connected to the end portions of the rails for connecting the rails to the fence posts. Further, a fencing system having a fence section and a sliding gate slidably attached to the fence section. Still further, a fencing system having at least one electrical conductor at least partially embedded in the fence rails which is operative for providing a safe but uncomfortable electric shock when contacted. (end of abstract)
Agent: Duane Morris LLP - Princeton, NJ, US Inventor: Albert Santelli USPTO Applicaton #: 20060186393 - Class: 256065110 (USPTO) Related Patent Categories: Fences, Rail, Connection, Rail To Post, Rail Extended Through Post Or Post Extended Through Rail The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060186393. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/646,138, filed on Jan. 21, 2005, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002] The invention relates to fencing systems and more particularly, to modular fencing systems for confining horses and other animals to a desired area. BACKGROUND [0003] Modular fencing systems are well known in the art and typically include a plurality of posts which are mounted in the ground and one or more rails which extend between the posts. A modular fencing system may be used to provide a confined area for horses or other animals, and may include electrically energized wires that enable the horses or other animals to quickly learn that the fence sets the boundary. Furthermore, a modular fencing system may be oriented in many different configurations and are generally mounted permanently in either gravel or in concrete. [0004] The posts and rails of modular fencing systems may be made from an extruded plastic material such as high density polyethylene (HDPE). Modular fencing systems made from HDPE can be had in a variety of colors with posts and rails extruded in different cross-sectional shapes, and are typically of low maintenance. Moreover, the extruded HDPE posts and rails have high impact and flex strength which permit the fencing system to absorb impact without shattering, cracking, or splintering, even at temperatures well below freezing. Finally, the HDPE posts and rails are generally non-toxic and therefore often safe for animals which may attempt to eat the posts or rails of the fencing system. [0005] While current modular fencing systems are well suited for their intended uses, they are nevertheless susceptible to certain improvements. For example, the long-term durability of the HDPE posts and rails may be limited to less than ten years in harsher environments due to cracking, rail sagging, and color fading over time. In addition, the hardware used for assembling the rails to the posts and connecting the electrically energizable wires (used in electric safety fence versions of such modular fencing systems) makes fence assembly more time consuming than it should be. [0006] Accordingly, there is a need for a modular fencing system that has increased long-term durability and which is easier and quicker to assemble. SUMMARY [0007] One embodiment is a fencing system comprising a fence section and first and second retainers. The fence section of the system comprises first and second fence posts, a first rail extending between the first and second fence posts, the first rail having first and second opposing end portions, the first end portion extending through an opening in the first fence post and the second end portion extending through an opening in the second fence post. The first retainer of the system is connected to the first end portion of the first rail and the second retainer of the system is connected to the second end portion of the first rail, thereby connecting the first rail to the first and second fence posts. [0008] Another embodiment is a fencing system comprising a fence section and a sliding gate slidably attached to the fence section. [0009] Still another embodiment is a fencing system comprising a first fence section comprising first and second fence posts, a first fence rail extending between the first and second fence posts, and at least one electrical conductor at least partially embedded in the fence rail. The at least one electrical conductor is operative for providing a safe but uncomfortable electric shock when contacted. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0010] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of one of the fence sections of a modular fencing system. [0011] FIG. 2 is an elevational view of an exemplary embodiment of a sliding gate with side sections of the fence/gate posts removed. [0012] FIG. 3A is an elevational sectional view of an exemplary embodiment of a fence post. [0013] FIG. 3B is an elevational sectional view of another exemplary embodiment of the fence post. [0014] FIG. 3C is a sectional view through line 3C-3C of FIG. 3B. [0015] FIGS. 4A and 4B are elevational sectional views showing exemplary embodiments of fence posts used with a corresponding sliding gate. [0016] FIGS. 5A and 5B are elevational sectional views showing exemplary embodiments of gates posts for a sliding gate. [0017] FIG. 6 is an elevational view in partial section, of an exemplary embodiment of a fence post cap. [0018] FIG. 7 is a transverse sectional view through an exemplary embodiment of a fence/gate post and/or fence/gate rail. [0019] FIG. 8A is a partial longitudinal sectional view through a fence/gate rail comprising an exemplary embodiment of an electrical shocking system. Continue reading... Full patent description for Modular fencing system Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Modular fencing system patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. 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