Distinct Features of Expanded Metal, Perforated Metal and Wire Mesh
                     Distinct Features of 
Expanded Metal, Perforated 
Metal and Wire Mesh
There are a variety of metal products available in the 
market and most often we are confused as to which one 
can serve our needs the best. Today we will be looking 
into the differences between perforated metal, expanded 
metal and wire mesh. All these metal forms have their 
own set of characteristics, distinct manufacturing 
processes and end uses. First, let us understand their 
characteristics:
Perforated sheet
● The diameter of the hole starts from a few thousand of an inch to 3 inches
● You can get an endless variety of perforated metal sheets from hole 
shapes, sizes, material types and gauges. 
● These sheets offer a dynamic combination of beauty, strength and 
functionality which means we can use them for both decorative and load-
bearing structures.
Expanded metal sheet
● It is a cost-effective material as there is minimal scrap metal waste. This 
is because expanded metal sheets are stretched and not punched like 
perforates sheets.
● Depending on the opening, these sheets are almost transparent.
● They are excellent conductors and offer mechanical properties
Welded wire mesh
● They reduce labour and are easy to handle
● Since the mat is bent as a single unit, chances of improper bending are 
reduced
● With the help of variable bar size and spacing, reinforcements will be the 
exact size thus reducing steel waste.
● Welded mesh suppliers in UAE offer budget-friendly wire meshes.
Perforated sheet
Here the sheet of steel goes through a machine which punches designs or 
holes in it. To increase the number of openings, the punched holes can either 
be straight or staggered. To achieve stability, the perimeter of the sheet is left 
blank.
Expanded metal sheet
First, multiple slits are created and then the sheet is stretched. While 
stretching, a diamond pattern is created with one strand protruding at a slight 
angle. If needed, you can flatten these strands later on. Thus you can see that 
the manufacturing cost here is comparatively less and so is the wastage.
Welded wire mesh
Here, electric fusion is used to weld grids of parallel longitudinal wires and 
cross wires at the required spacing. The machines provided the exact 
dimensions. Welded wire meshes in Dubai are made from different alloys like 
copper, steel etc.
Welded wire meshes in UAE can be seen in industrial and agricultural fields. 
They are used for protecting machines and making decorative items.
Hope this article was helpful and informative. Make sure you choose the right 
type of metal product depending on your need and budget.
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