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54 • APRIL 2012 • WORLD FENCE NEWS Guardian issues challenge continued from page 52 not only to our industry but also to oth- ers less fortunate in a variety of ways. To sum up everything, our associ- ation, the AFA, has its share of prob- lems and benefits just like any of our own businesses. How we approach that with our involvement level and participation can only build upon what we currently have. Guardian Fence Suppliers has de- cided to give back to the industry that has given us a career, not just a job. We have selected five companies in our local chapter area which are either lapsed members or non-members of OVERSEAS DISTRIBUTORS, INC. BUY DIRECT FROM MANUFACTURER, IMPORTER AND WHOLESALER!! AFA. We will be paying those five companies' AFA national and Carolina Fence Association (CFA) local chap- ter dues for the 2012 fiscal year. Our hope is that they will see the benefit of AFA membership and will continue to belong to and be involved in our local chapter and the national AFA for years to come. To us, it's not an expense but an HOUSTON 11532 East Hardy Rd Houston, TX 77093 800-303-3348 FAX 281-219-0919 houston@odifence.com BALTIMORE 7636 Canton Center Dr Baltimore, MD 21224 800-531-3348 FAX 410-288-1112 baltimore@odifence.com TAMPA 3719 Corporex Park Dr Tampa, FL 33619 888-921-3348 FAX 813-635-9344 tampa@odifence.com CHICAGO 8855 South Roberts Rd Hickory Hills, IL 60457 888-577-6563 FAX 312-238-9052 chicago@odifence.com investment. We are making this invest- ment in order to give back to an or- ganization at the local level and at the national level that has been a part of our livelihood for so long. In that vein, Guardian Fence Sup- pliers has a challenge to propose to other manufacturers, suppliers, and wholesalers in our industry: Mirror our membership sponsorship. Sponsor the AFA dues of one, two or 10 companies for this year and then follow up to make sure they are taking advantage of what AFA can offer them. Get involved at the local chapter WE CARRY A FULL LINE OF CHAIN LINK FENCE FITTINGS INCLUDING: BLACK POWDER COATED TENSION BARS, BLACK/GREEN POWDER COATED FITTINGS AND DIE CAST ALUMINUM AND POLY ROLLERS WITH METAL COVERS!! www.odifence.com level and attend and support local meetings and functions. Help find speakers to present relevant topics, volunteer for a committee to call per- spective members to attend a meeting, invite and/or pay for a lapsed or possi- ble new member's dinner at a meeting, or cater a barbeque lunch or pizza din- ner for an educational Certified In- staller module being presented. Take a look at where you spend your time and money and see if you can fit more of either or both into the benefit of our association. It can only improve your company and the AFA. Charlie Weston, president Bob Masten, vice-president Guardian Fence Suppliers Columbia, South Carolina PhoneAire 500- Wireless Telephone Entry 3500' Line of sight 12-24 VAC/DC Solar compatible 500 codes No phone line or PBX modes Call waiting Call forwarding Latching code Sleep code One-Shot code Event input Program from homes phone Night light Unique ring cadence Optional Camera (800) 541-5677 PhoneAire -Telephone Entry- PhoneLink PhoneLink 500- Choose AAS ~ Quality You can Count on! Hardwired Telephone Entry 12-24 VAC/DC Solar compatible 500 codes No phone line or PBX modes Call waiting Call forwarding Latching code Sleep code One-Shot code Event input Program from homes phone Night light Unique ring cadence Optional Camera www.americanaccess.com Editors note: In case you were wondering about the credentials of the guys who wrote this letter, they are well-credentialed. Guardian Fence Suppliers (GFS) has been in business since 1981 in Co- lumbia, S.C. Charlie Weston (CFP), president and owner of GFS, has been a two-time CFA chapter president and member of AFA Board of Governors, is a former president of the Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute (CLFMI), and served on that associa- tion's board of directors for five years. Bob Masten (CFP), vice-president of GFS, was a founding member of the Midwest AFA local chapter and its first president. He currently serves as the CFA president and on the AFA Board of Governors. He continues to teach as an instructor at the Field Installation School (and formerly at the Field Training School) and has sat on CFP and CI curriculum committees. He currently chairs AFA's Mentor Pro- gram. Please contact Charlie or Bob about their plan. Phone 803-254-0460 or 800-845-2526, fax 803-256-1047 or email info@guardianfenceonline.com. Fence ordinances from around North America As part of an ongoing and long- standing series, World Fence News of- fers this "snapshot" of building ordinances which affect fence installa- tions from municipalities across the United States and Canada. This infor- mation was taken from official sources, but you should always consult the ap- propriate building departments where you plan to work for specific require- ments. Vancouver, B.C., Canada Frequently asked questions: • Is a building permit required to construct a fence? Not usually...it depends on the proposed height and location. • Are there restrictions on the height of fences? Yes. City of Vancouver limits the height of fences to 4' in the required front yard and 6' in the required side and rear yards. • What materials are acceptable for fences in Vancouver? Materials such as wood, brick, concrete block and metal are permit- ted; however, barbed wire, razor wire and electrified fences are not permit- ted. • How do I know where my contin ued on pa g e 56