February 17, 2025

The Powerflex Spinning Jenny

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Few tools are as underestimated as the spinning jenny. This tool has made fence installment much more efficient and has saved farmers many hours of labor by providing a time-efficient method of winding and unwinding high-tensile wire.

Hi-tensile wire can easily be installed by one or two people. You can install a guide wire to stabilize or temporarily stabilize your fence until it is securely erected. This can be a more precise measure to slow wear and tear and reduce maintenance. If you don't have the luxury of an extra set of hands or you just want to get the job done, this tool will do just the trick!

We offer the best quality custom-crafted spinning jenny on the market; now with more features you need to get the job done! Our heavy-duty Jenny was designed by ranchers who know that durable equipment is a safe investment. Using our simple Hi-Tensile wire stringing tools, you’ll avoid a time-wasted tangled out in the field. We’ve widened the base and used gauged steel on this jenny to ensure stability: no tipping, no twisted wire, and no bothersome bends.

Table of Contents

Intro: Powerflex Spinning Jenny Learn About the Spinning Jenny Considerations for Using the Spinning Jenny

TLDR: YOUR NEW FAVORITE FENCING TOOL

The spinning jenny is an invaluable piece of equipment that is well worth the investment. It will last a lifetime as long as it's cared for and stored properly.

This version of the spinning jenny is an upgraded and improved design with feedback from our team and customers so we can improve it.

Learn a bit about the history of the spinning jenny and what makes it a powerful and relevant tool for your projects.

Find out the benefits of using a spinning jenny.

Read about the various use cases for your ranch or farm to determine if this is the right tool for you.

Zach of Behind the Oak Farm fitting hi-tensile on a spinning jenny

Zach, Owner and Operator of Behind the Oaks Farm, tightening wire onto his spinning jenny. Picture taken in January 2024.

Fundamentals of the Spinning Jenny

Developed early in the Industrial Revolution, the spinning jenny initially allowed for increased yarn production, helping the textile industry expand.

The same concept as the textile spinning jenny was applied in field fence installation. The agricultural spinning jenny is a device that allows you to quickly and uniformly install fencing wire or netting across a field. It offers several points of value to the modern grazier who wishes to save time on fence installation.

Design and Functionality: The spinning jenny tool typically consists of a frame on wheels, with multiple spools or spindles where rolls of fencing wire or mesh are loaded. As the device is moved along the field, these materials are dispensed uniformly, much like how the original jenny would spin multiple threads.
Ease of Use: Farmers can now set up fences with less labor and time. One operator can manage the device with one or two assistants to handle posts, gates, or any other necessary adjustments, significantly cutting down on the manpower traditionally required with manual guidewire placement or manual load out of wire spools.
Versatility: Just as the original spinning jenny was versatile in the types of fibers it could handle, the modern fencing jenny can adapt to various types of fencing material, from barbed wire to woven wire, high-tensile wire, as well as electric fencing like Powerflex hi-tensile wire fencing.

4 Benefits of Using a Powerflex Spinning Jenny

Time Efficiency: DO NOT underestimate the time savings of a spinning jenny. A common beginners mistake is to try and save a little money or labor by skipping the use of a spinning jenny. You will spend a lot of time wrestling with wire if you try to install your fence with stubborn manual labor alone. What might take days with traditional methods can now be accomplished in hours. This speeds up the process of securing land for livestock or protecting crops from wildlife.
Consistency and Quality: With the spinning jenny, fences are installed more uniformly. Guidewire loadout is more accurate because the wire can stay more taught as you pull it from the spool. This consistency leads to better containment and fewer repairs due to uneven tension or spacing issues.
Cost Savings: By reducing the labor involved, farmers can save on costs. A well constructed spinning jenny like the one from Powerflex fence will also last you many years.
Portability: The spinning jenny hitch adapter and hitch extension allow you to connect your jenny directly to a vehicle, and simply drive in order to unwind your fencing. This makes roll out of your wire product faster and more efficient than any other method.

Zach, moves hi-tensile wire around his ranch in January 2024.

What to consider when using a Spinning Jenny

Terrain: While the spinning jenny works well on flat or gently rolling terrain, more rugged landscapes might require adjustments or additional manual work. Consider the Powerflex hitch adapters if you need to traverse varied terrain.
Setup and Calibration: Before use, the device needs to be calibrated for the tension and spacing appropriate for the fencing material being used. You can adjust the height and drag of your Powerflex spinning jenny and adapt it to any wire.
Adapters & Tools: Consider hitch adapters to expand the portability of your spinning jenny. Also consider using quality gloves and installing quality wire your first go around to avoid having to do the same job twice.

"The redesigned Powerflex Jenny has a receiver adapter and extension to install the Jenny on the vehicle receiver hitch. Jenny can be attached to tow hitch on Trucks, ATV's or UTV's for ease of transport and installation of hi-tensile fence.”

ATTACH THE SPINNING JENNY TO YOUR ATV, UTV OR TRUCK

Conclusion

Investing in a premium crafted Spinning Jenny for ranch use can significantly enhance the efficiency and quality of your operations. Its robust design and specialized features make it an indispensable tool for tasks like hay and feed distribution, ensuring that ranch work is more productive and smoother. Whether you're a small family ranch or a large-scale operation, this high-quality piece of equipment is built to withstand daily work demands while offering precision and ease of use. By choosing a Spinning Jenny tailored for ranching, you're not just making an investment in machinery, but in the long-term success and sustainability of your ranching practices.

The Powerflex Spinning Jenny is the perfect choice for ranchers and farmers who want a durable and versatile tool for loading wire for their farm field fence installation. Hi-tensile wire can be easily installed by only one or two people, and guide wire installation improves precision to reduce maintenance.