Features & Uses
Metal mesh consists of wires that are either welded or woven together to form a grid. It can be made from various materials, including steel, aluminum, copper, bronze, brass, and more. Wire mesh is offered in various forms such as panels, rolls, and discs, and is utilized for a wide range of industrial applications, including separating, screening, shielding, and reinforcing. These products come in diverse mesh opening sizes and can be crafted with different weave patterns to achieve specific flow rates for various industrial processes.
Manufacturers commonly produce wire mesh using two methods: weaving and welding.
Woven Wire Products vs. Welded Wire Mesh
The key difference between woven and welded wire mesh is that woven mesh is made by interlacing wires in a crisscross pattern, allowing for flexibility and adaptability, whereas welded mesh involves welding the intersections of the wires to create a rigid and durable structure that maintains its shape.
Hardware Cloth vs. Metal Wire Mesh
Hardware cloth is a subcategory of industrial metal wire mesh products. Also known as galvanized welded wire mesh, it has a zinc coating to resist corrosion. Hardware cloth is designed for more precise, light-duty operations, and is often used in home improvement, pest control, gardening, and construction.
Metal Wire Mesh Discs
Also known as filter discs or pack discs, metal wire mesh discs are circular filters made from woven or welded wires. They may be composed of non-fraying singular or multiple layers, with weave patterns specific to the industrial use. For instance, Twilled Dutch Weave and Plain Dutch Weave are used in pressure filtration of gasses and liquids. Depending on the industry, finish coatings may be added to increase corrosion resistance.
Contact Our Industrial Wire Mesh & Hardware Cloth Suppliers
High-quality wire mesh is critical in dozens of industries, from oil refining to pharmaceutical production. With over five decades of experience selling and customizing industrial metal wire mesh products, TWP Inc. is dedicated to helping you find the hardware cloth, wire mesh discs, welded wire mesh, or any other mesh solution you need. Contact us to discover more about our services and products or request a free quote today.
