Aluminium Expanded Metal Mesh / Facade Mesh

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Lightweight: Aluminum is approximately one-third the weight of steel, making it easy to handle, transport, and install, reducing structural load requirements.
Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: Naturally forms a protective oxide layer, making it highly resistant to rust and weathering without the need for additional coating.
High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Retains excellent structural rigidity while being significantly lighter than steel.
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Aluminium Expanded Metal Mesh / Facade Mesh

 

Product Overview

 

Aluminium Expanded Metal Mesh is a lightweight and corrosion-resistant material manufactured from a solid sheet of aluminum that is simultaneously slit and stretched to form a uniform mesh of diamond-shaped openings. This process creates a single, seamless piece of material that is stronger than the original sheet, without any weaving or welding points. It combines the natural benefits of aluminum with the structural efficiency of expanded metal, resulting in a versatile product ideal for applications ranging from architectural design to industrial filtration.

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Material & Craftsmanship

 

The base material is premium aluminum, known for its excellent properties.

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Base Material: High-purity Aluminum sheet (various alloys available, such as 1060, 3003, 5052, 6061).

Craftsmanship: The expanding process ensures the grain structure of the metal follows the pattern of the mesh, making each strand work as a structural member and preventing unraveling.

Grades:

• Pure Aluminum (1xxx series): Offers maximum corrosion resistance and formability.

• Manganese Alloy (3xxx series): Provides moderate strength and good corrosion resistance.

• Magnesium Alloy (5xxx series): Delivers higher strength and excellent weldability.

• Magnesium-Silicon Alloy (6xxx series): Offers high strength and heat-treatable capabilities.

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Key Specifications

 

Aluminium expanded metal is available in a wide range of sizes to suit various project requirements.

Sheet Thickness (Base Metal): Ranges from 0.3 mm to 6.0 mm (common range 0.5 mm - 3.0 mm).

Hole Size (Diamond Dimensions):

• Short Way of Diamond (SWD): 2 mm to 50 mm.

• Long Way of Diamond (LWD): 5 mm to 200 mm.

Standard Panel Sizes: Widths up to 2 meters and lengths up to 4 meters (custom sizes available upon request).

Strand Width: Varies from 0.5 mm to 8 mm depending on the base metal thickness.

Weight: Extremely lightweight, typically 1.5 kg/m² to 5 kg/m² depending on thickness and opening size.

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Key Characteristics

 

Lightweight: Aluminum is approximately one-third the weight of steel, making it easy to handle, transport, and install, reducing structural load requirements.

Exceptional Corrosion Resistance: Naturally forms a protective oxide layer, making it highly resistant to rust and weathering without the need for additional coating.

High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Retains excellent structural rigidity while being significantly lighter than steel.

Non-Sparking and Non-Magnetic: Safe for use in hazardous environments and applications sensitive to magnetic interference.

Excellent Formability: Can be easily cut, bent, and shaped to fit complex designs and curved surfaces.

Aesthetic Appeal: Offers a bright, modern appearance with natural metallic luster. Can be anodized or painted for enhanced color and protection.

Excellent Conductivity: Provides good thermal and electrical conductivity for specific applications.

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Product Showcase (Styles)

 

Standard (Raised) Mesh

The strands are angled to the plane of the sheet, providing natural rigidity and anti-slip properties. Ideal for walkways, trench covers, and safety grating.

Flattened Mesh

Processed through a rolling mill to create a smooth, flat surface with reduced thickness. Perfect for architectural panels, decorative screens, filters, and machine guards.

Anodized Mesh

Electrochemically treated to enhance the natural oxide layer, providing additional durability and available in various colors (e.g., clear, bronze, gold, black).

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Typical Applications

 

Thanks to its unique combination of properties, this mesh is widely used in:

Architecture & Design: Decorative facades, ceiling panels, sunscreens, room dividers, balustrades, and modern furniture.

Filtration & Ventilation: Air and liquid filters, ventilation grilles, speaker grilles, and insect screens.

Marine & Offshore: Walkways, platforms, and enclosures on boats and offshore platforms (utilizing 5xxx series alloys).

Transportation: Grilles for vehicles, aircraft components, lightweight cargo barriers.

Industrial Safety: Machine guards, safety enclosures, protective covers in food processing and chemical plants.

Signage & Displays: Backing for signs, display racks, and exhibition stands.

 

Packaging

 

To ensure the product arrives in perfect condition, it is carefully packaged for export:

Standard: Packed in sturdy wooden pallets or seaworthy wooden crates (cases) to prevent movement and damage during transit.

Protection: Interleaved with protective paper or plastic film to prevent surface scratching. Wrapped with waterproof paper and plastic film for moisture protection.

Edge Protection: Corner boards and straps used to secure bundles and protect edges.

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Transportation

 

Loading: Containers are professionally loaded and cargo secured according to international shipping standards.

Lead Time: Typically shipped within 10-15 days after confirmation of payment.

Logistics: Shipped via sea (FCL/LCL), air, or land freight. Being lightweight, aluminum mesh is very cost-effective to transport.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

Q: Does aluminium expanded metal rust?

A: No. Aluminum does not rust like steel. It naturally forms a protective oxide layer when exposed to air, which prevents corrosion. This makes it ideal for marine, coastal, and outdoor applications.

Q: Is aluminium expanded metal suitable for welding?

A: Yes, certain aluminum alloys (like 5052 and 6061) are weldable. However, welding aluminum requires specific techniques and equipment compared to steel. For best results, welding should be performed by experienced professionals.

Q: Can aluminium expanded metal be painted or colored?

A: Absolutely. While it has a natural attractive luster, aluminum can be powder coated in any RAL color or anodized to achieve various colors (clear, bronze, gold, black) while enhancing its natural corrosion resistance.

Q: How does aluminium expanded metal compare in strength to steel?

A: Steel is stronger in absolute terms. However, aluminum has a much higher strength-to-weight ratio. This means for the same weight, aluminum can be stronger. It provides excellent structural performance while being significantly lighter.

Q: What thickness should I choose for my application?

A: It depends on the required strength and span.
0.5 mm - 1.0 mm: Ideal for decorative panels, filters, speaker grilles, and light-duty screens.
1.2 mm - 2.5 mm: Suitable for walkways, machine guards, shelving, and general industrial applications.
3.0 mm and above: Used for heavy-duty flooring, trench covers, and structural platforms.

Q: Can I cut aluminium expanded metal on-site?

A: Yes. Aluminum is soft and easy to cut. It can be cut using standard metal shears, tin snips, jigsaws with metal-cutting blades, or angle grinders. Deburring of cut edges is recommended for safety.

Q: Is aluminium expanded metal food-safe?

A: Aluminum is non-toxic and corrosion-resistant, making it suitable for many food processing applications such as protective screens, shelving, and ventilation covers in food preparation areas. Specific grades may be required for direct food contact.

 

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