OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000002992

Rail Tensioning

Published: 2026-09-15T19:16:36.883270Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002992
Categories: Tools & Tooling > Clamping Tools

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ABSTRACT

19 A tensioning spool is disclosed for tensioning a flexible rail that is used
in a fence. The tensioning spool comprises a spool body that is configured to
have the rail secured thereto. The spool body comprises a first end that is
configured with a socket for a drive mechanism that rotates the spool body in
use to tension the rail 5 when secured thereto. The first end is further
configured with a formation that is connected to the socket and/or in which
the socket is integrated. The formation is adapted to dissipate stress that is
applied to the socket when the drive mechanism rotates the spool body in use
to tension the rail. The formation is also adapted to reduce stress
concentration at the socket to thereby reduce a tendency of the 10 socket to
deform or buckle under load. 19

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000002992
Published 2026-09-15T19:16:36.883270Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000002992