
Commercial & Industrial Fencing & Guardrail | Serving Chicagoland & Illinois

Services - Schools, Parks & Public Amenities
Schools, Parks & Public Amenities
Athletic Fencing | Turnstiles | Bus Shelters | Metal Tennis Nets | Shade Structures | Decorative Elements | Flag Poles
Midwest Fence is a trusted subcontractor for park districts, municipalities, and schools throughout Illinois. From fencing and site furnishings to custom metalwork, our union field crews deliver clean, code-compliant installations tailored to public-sector environments—including work for the Chicago Park District, Cook and DuPage forest preserves, and local school campuses.
Athletic Field Fencing & Equipment
We install durable fencing systems and field equipment for a wide range of public athletic and recreational uses:
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Baseball and softball fields
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Soccer fields and football stadiums
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Tennis and basketball courts
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Playgrounds and tot lots
Systems are available in galvanized or vinyl-coated chain link, with optional windscreens, dugouts, benches, padding, and gates. We also install select commercial-grade playground equipment and sports accessories.
Turnstiles & Access Control
Turnstiles provide controlled pedestrian access for stadiums, recreation centers, school entries, and amusement venues. Options include:
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Manual or electric models
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Full-height and ADA-accessible configurations
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Galvanized, aluminum, or stainless steel
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Integration with card swipe, keypad, or fob access
See Also: Access Control Systems
Bus Shelters
We install prefabricated bus shelters for public transit corridors, school campuses, and municipal waiting zones. These can be integrated into broader fencing or site security packages.
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Durable steel or aluminum framing
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Tinted or clear polycarbonate/glass panels
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Anchored to meet site-specific structural needs
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Optional side panels and bench accommodations
Metal Tennis Nets – Flex-i-Link
Midwest Fence is the regional supplier and installer of Flex-i-Link all-metal tennis nets, built for high-use public parks and courts:
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11-gauge, 1.5″ aluminum-coated steel mesh
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41.5 ft. regulation size
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Vinyl-shielded nylon top with tie-down
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Tamper-proof and weather-resistant
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Delivers realistic ball play like cord nets
Visit www.flex-i-link.com for specifications.
Pergolas, Gazebos & Shade Structures
We fabricate and install architectural steel structures that enhance usability and aesthetics in public spaces:
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Ideal for outdoor classrooms, picnic areas, or public plazas
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Built from powder-coated steel or aluminum
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Custom sizing and design options are available
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Seamlessly integrated into parks and school landscapes
See Also: Specialty Steel Fabrication
Decorative Panels, Screens & Site Elements
Midwest Fence also fabricates custom decorative metal elements to enhance and secure parks, courtyards, or public walkways:
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Laser-cut or welded divider panels
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Architectural privacy screens
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Branding, signage, or artistic installations
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Painted or powder-coated finishes are available
Flag Poles
We furnish and install flag poles for schools, parks, government sites, and commercial locations:
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Aluminum or steel construction
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Internal or external lanyard systems
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Heights from 20 ft. to 80+ ft.
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Optional decorative finials or lighting packages