Wire mesh is one of the most versatile specialty metal products that can be used effectively in countless applications globally. Civil Engineering Applications Woven wire mesh is often utilized in civil engineering applications, such as bridge construction. The use of wire mesh for bridges was chosen mainly for safety reasons. The mesh offers safe fall…
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Direct Metals® Perforated Metal by Industry
Perforated metal is a popular product choice among various industries because perforated metal is durable, versatile, and has a high strength-to-weight ratio. Perforated metal is easy to manufacture, economical, and suitable for a variety of metals and thicknesses. Fabricators and designers have a multitude of options when choosing a perforated metal product for their projects.…
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Bar Grating Applications for Your Industry
For architects and contractors, bar grating is an ideal choice for projects that need to cover areas where light, liquid, air, heat, and sound pass through [1]. The product is versatile, strong, and corrosion-resistant – allowing for years of wear and tear. The chemical, manufacturing, food & processing, recreational industries use bar grating for extra…
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Fiberglass Grating for Workplace and Recreational Safety
Fiberglass grating is known for its strength, durability, corrosion resistance, and slip resistance. It has a moderately high strength to weight ratio, is flexible, and can be made into various shapes [1]. Because of these properties, many industries use fiberglass grating products for multiple applications to ensure workplace and recreational safety. The recreational industry uses…
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