Expanded Metal, also known as expanded metal mesh or expanded metal sheet, is one of the most widely used metal mesh products. Expanded Metal is made from a whole piece of metal sheet through a punching and expansion process. The material of the metal grating can be low carbon steel sheet, stainless steel sheet, carbon steel, galvanized steel sheet, aluminum sheet or galvanized steel sheet, nickel sheet, etc.
Welded wire mesh is widely used across multiple industries due to its strength, versatility, and durability. Key applications include:
Construction: Used for concrete reinforcement, wall retention, and slab support in residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Agriculture: Ideal for animal cages, livestock fencing, and crop protection due to its rigid structure and weather resistance.
Security Fencing: Provides reliable perimeter protection for industrial sites, highways, airports, and prisons.
Industrial Use: Applied in machine guarding, storage containers, and ventilation systems in factories and warehouses.
Architecture and Design: Integrated into modern facades, partitions, and ceiling panels for both structural support and aesthetic appeal.
Mining and Quarrying: Used for screening and sorting materials in heavy-duty environments.
1. Material Efficiency: Yangzhe Wire Mesh’s expanded metal including expanded metal stair tread is made by slitting/stretching metal sheets (no material waste), cutting costs while retaining strength.
2. Sturdy Structure: Diamond - shaped mesh with no loose edges offers good load - bearing and anti - slip performance, ideal for walkways or guards.
3.Durable & Weatherproof: Crafted from corrosion - resistant metals (stainless steel/aluminum) and optional coatings, it withstands harsh outdoor conditions.
4. Versatile Use: Suits architecture (facades), industry (vent grilles), and safety (barriers)—meets diverse project needs effectively.
YangZhe Wire Mesh Co., Ltd., as one of the leading expanded metal mesh manufacturers in China, is dedicated to producing premium expanded metal. In addition to offering fence mesh for sale to meet diverse project requirements, we first select high-quality metal sheets, such as stainless steel or galvanized aluminum. These sheets are then fed into our advanced expanded metal machines. The machines use specialized knives to cut the sheets, while the metal is simultaneously stretched during the cutting process, creating a uniform, diamond-shaped aperture.
The expanded metal is then flattened to ensure a smooth surface. We can also optionally apply surface treatments such as galvanizing or powder coating for enhanced durability.
SWD (Short Way of Design): Center-to-center distance across the short diagonal of the diamond pattern.
LWD (Long Way of Design): Center-to-center distance along the long diagonal.
SWO & LWO (Openings): Measure the actual gaps between strands (short and long diagonals).
These metrics influence airflow, strength, and weight.
Yes. It is made from a single sheet, which ensures durability and strength. The manufacturing process generates virtually no scrap, making it highly eco-friendly. Many types are also fully recyclable.
Certainly. Materials include stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, galvanized steel, titanium, brass, copper, etc. Dimensions such as diamond size, strand thickness, and strand width can be tailored to specific project requirements.
The production process transforms a single piece of metal into a wider area with minimal waste, reducing raw material costs. Additionally, its robustness reduces maintenance and replacement costs over time.
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