Hayes – Fencing Innovation since 1895!

Hayes Takes the Strain!

From humble rural beginnings 130 years ago taming rugged bushland in New Zealand, Hayes Tools have provided precision, strength, safety, and accuracy where required. It remains the tool of choice for fencing contractors and farmers in the know who turn to Hayes when erecting all manner of fencing.

A young pioneer Ernst Hayes began farming in the rugged back country of New Zealand South Island and with a background of engineering soon began to develop tools that would help turn his wilderness back country into productive land.

Initially produced by hand, Hayes’ simple tools began to develop a solid reputation and in 1902 he established the company that would proudly bear his name. Times have changed, but the Hayes product you buy today remains a tribute to Ernest Hayes’ imagination, drive, energy, and determination to be the best. Now 130 years on, Hayes products can be found hard at work worldwide!

The range now includes fence strainers, wire strainers, wire dispensers and the renowned crimping tools and crimp sleeves and the along with some fencing post tools all to make life easier!

H300 Smooth Grip Strainers – Hayes offers the unparalleled H300 Smooth Grip Strainers, often copied but never matched!

• Strainers feature a safety-certified tensile chain to ensure operator reassurance.
• Safely strains wire to its optimum tensions without causing any damage, preventing weak points and corrosion in the wire,
• Ensures long-term durability, with higher tensions between posts, which is crucial and is proven for its better resistance, with the fence remaining taut for longer periods.

Strainer Clamps

The Hayes range of steel strainer clamps assists in tensioning various types of netting without damaging wire strands. Designed for a quick and easy operation with no nuts and bolts just a simple hammer-in wedges. Available in three sizes 2.4m, 1.9m & 1.2m and are idea for quick positioning and eliminates the need for tensioning bolts. The longer chain on the Hayes H406 Clamp Strainer provides extra working room.

Best Practice – use as a pair, ensure you strain in the centre of the fence using 2 or 3 H406 clamp strainers!

With the Hayes Wire Dispenser, it ensures smooth wire dispensing every time, preventing kinks and tangles. This is particularly beneficial on products like the high tensile wire, which can be challenging due to its ‘springy’ nature when unrolled. With the Deluxe wire dispenser (wire jenny) H320, incorporates a spring-adjusted tension brake to control over-run, a wide Y foot with an anchor pin and the facilities for coiling with a coiling handle.

Additionally, Hayes wire dispensers ensure smooth wire dispensing, preventing kinks or tangles.

ProCrimp & Crimp Sleeves

Having the ProCrimp is the perfect 4 in1 fencing tool to have in your kit, with its crimping tool, staple puller, cable stripper and wire cutter. Its double action crimping jaws allows maximum crimping force and enhance locking action for gripping staples. It features extra-long handles for greater leverage and has hardened steel components and corrosion resistance.

The crimping & fencing tool features a double-action crimping jaw for maximum force and an enhanced locking action for stripping wire and underground cable, capable of cutting wire up to 4.00 mm. With its extra-long, soft grip handles, it improves crimping power. Joining wire has never been easier or more effective, creating joints that exceed wire breaking strain. It’s the most affordable and durable way to join fencing wire, built to last!”

Permanent Wire Strainers

Throughout the lifespan of a fence, Hayes permanent wire strainers act to maintain the correct tension to the fence wires strands, guaranteeing uninterrupted and secure pasture enclosure while maximizing economic longevity of the fence investment. These strainers offer adjustability through either the tightening handle, or a wrench applied to the wheel shaft’s bevelled ends, providing users the convenient control over tension management.

Don’t just take our word for it, hear what Jack Bennett has to say: –

Jack Bennett also with Bennett Fencing is also an accomplished fencer in his own right winning Fencing News National championship in 2014 and 19 alongside colleague Hamish DeBaerdemaecker.

Jack comments: “I have inherited Hayes tools that are 20+ years old and still going strong. After 1,000’s of kilometres and 1,000’s of hours of work, Hayes tools are still going strong. It’s no way to treat a set of tools, out in the rain and elements, but it doesn’t seem to bother Hayes, they are built for the job.”

Jack is also complimentary of the Hayes Pro Crimp and adds; “When arriving on a job, usually the existing fence line needs to come down. The Hayes 4 in 1 Pro Crimp gets staples out quickly and cuts through anything in our way. Then it comes back into play for crimping wire joins or stripping underground cable when we are erecting the new fence”. Jack contrasts using other fencing pliers; “Using parrot beak pliers or a staple pick’ compared to a set of Hayes ProCrimps makes staple removing a harder and longer job. Crimping wire together is effortless, makes a stronger joint that won’t pull apart under hi tension and less damaging to any wire than a knot. The 4 in 1 tool is an essential part of our Tool Kit.

With 130 years of experience, Hayes continues to stand as a symbol of enduring quality and trust. When you choose Hayes fencing equipment, you’re making an investment in tools that have truly stood the test of time. Rest assured, you’re selecting products that offer peace of mind, lasting durability, and proven reliability