China Suppliers of Welded and Woven Wire Mesh for Fencing - Quality Factory Products for Various Applications
Specifications
| Parameter | Range / Options |
| Opening Size | 6.4 mm × 6.4 mm (1/4") to 100 mm × 100 mm (4") or custom |
| Wire Diameter (Gauge) | BWG 8 to 24 (approx. 0.5 mm to 4.0 mm) depending on opening size |
| Mesh Count | From coarse (few openings per inch) to fine (up to 325 openings per inch for filtration) |
| Sheet/Roll Dimensions | Width: 0.5 m to 2.2 m; Length: standard rolls up to 30 m, sheets available in various sizes |
| Form | Rolls, sheets, panels, or cut-to-size |
Material & Finish Options
| Material Type | Standard | Common Grades | Finish Options |
| Carbon Steel | ASTM A641 | Low carbon steel, mild steel | Plain (black), oiled |
| Pre-Galvanized Steel | ASTM A641 | Commercial steel | Zinc coating applied before weaving/welding |
| Hot-Dip Galvanized Steel | ASTM A123, ASTM A153 | Carbon steel | Heavy zinc coating after fabrication, excellent corrosion resistance |
| Stainless Steel | ASTM A240, A276 | 304, 304L, 316, 316L | Mill finish, passivated |
Construction Types
| Construction | Description | Characteristics |
| Woven Wire Mesh | Wires are woven over and under in alternating patterns, similar to textile weaving | Flexible, aesthetically pleasing, available in fine openings, suitable for filtration and architectural applications |
| Welded Wire Mesh | Wires are electrically welded at each intersection | Superior strength, dimensional stability, maintains shape under stress, ideal for heavy-duty applications |
| Expanded Metal | Sheet metal is slit and stretched to form diamond-shaped openings | No joints or welds, rigid structure, made from single piece of metal |
Features
Versatility
Available in countless combinations of material, opening size, wire diameter, and weave pattern to suit specific requirements.
Strength & Durability
Welded construction provides superior rigidity and load-bearing capacity.
Flexibility
Woven mesh can be shaped and formed to fit curved or contoured surfaces.
Lightweight
Easy to handle, cut to size, and install compared to solid sheet materials.
Open Area
Allows passage of air, light, liquids, and small particles while providing physical separation.
Aesthetic Appeal
Decorative patterns available for architectural applications.
Applications
Construction & Building
Welded wire mesh is used as concrete reinforcement in slabs, walls, foundations, brick reinforcement, wall plastering base, and anti-crack mesh for exterior insulation systems.
Fencing & Security
Widely employed for perimeter fencing, security barriers, animal enclosures, and property boundaries. PVC-coated varieties offer enhanced weather resistance.
Industrial & Manufacturing
Used for machine guards, equipment enclosures, safety barriers, and partition walls in factories and warehouses. Also serves as shelving, storage racks, and material handling containers.
Agriculture & Farming
Essential for livestock fencing, poultry cages, animal enclosures, and agricultural pens. Also used for grain storage, hay bale enclosures, and farm equipment protection.
Architectural & Decorative
Stainless steel and decorative wire mesh enhance building facades, ceiling linings, stairway infill panels, and partition screens. ECO-MESH® systems support green façades and vertical gardens.
Filtration & Separation
Fine woven wire mesh is critical for particle filtration, liquid processing, and air filtration systems. Industrial applications include sieve screens, filter elements, and fluid bed processing.
Mining & Quarrying
Heavy-duty woven wire mesh serves as vibrating screens for sorting aggregates, sand, and minerals. Abrasion-resistant screens withstand harsh operating conditions.
Transportation & Infrastructure
Used in highway sound barriers, bridge railings, tunnel ventilation systems, and railway signaling infrastructure. Stainless steel mesh provides corrosion resistance in marine projects.
Food Processing
Stainless steel wire mesh is specified for food conveyor belts, fryer baskets, cooling racks, and processing equipment where hygiene and corrosion resistance are critical.
Automotive & Aerospace
Employed in grille components, battery venting systems, filtration elements, and composite reinforcement in specialized applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q
What is the difference between woven wire mesh and welded wire mesh?
Woven wire mesh is made by interlacing wires over and under each other in alternating patterns, similar to textile weaving. It is flexible and ideal for filtration and architectural applications. Welded wire mesh, on the other hand, has wires electrically welded at each intersection, providing superior strength, dimensional stability, and suitability for heavy-duty structural applications such as concrete reinforcement and security fencing.
Q
Which material is best for outdoor or corrosive environments?
For outdoor or corrosive environments, hot-dip galvanized steel (conforming to ASTM A123 or A153) offers excellent corrosion resistance due to its heavy zinc coating applied after fabrication. For highly aggressive environments — such as marine, coastal, or chemical processing settings — stainless steel grades 316 or 316L are recommended for their superior resistance to corrosion and oxidation.
Q
What opening sizes and wire diameters are available?
Opening sizes range from 6.4 mm × 6.4 mm (1/4") up to 100 mm × 100 mm (4"), with custom sizes also available. Wire diameters span from approximately 0.5 mm to 4.0 mm (BWG 8 to BWG 24), with the appropriate gauge depending on the selected opening size and intended application. Fine mesh can achieve up to 325 openings per inch for precision filtration uses.
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Can wire mesh be supplied in custom sizes or cut to specific dimensions?
Yes. Wire mesh is available in rolls, sheets, panels, and cut-to-size formats. Standard roll widths range from 0.5 m to 2.2 m, with roll lengths up to 30 m. Sheets can be produced in various dimensions to meet project-specific requirements, and custom opening sizes or wire diameters can also be manufactured upon request.
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Is stainless steel wire mesh suitable for food processing applications?
Yes. Stainless steel wire mesh — particularly grades 304 and 316 — is widely used in food processing environments. It is specified for conveyor belts, fryer baskets, cooling racks, and processing equipment because it is hygienic, easy to clean, resistant to corrosion from food acids and cleaning chemicals, and compliant with food-grade safety standards.
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What are the main advantages of expanded metal compared to woven or welded mesh?
Expanded metal is manufactured from a single sheet of metal that is simultaneously slit and stretched to form diamond-shaped openings. This process creates a rigid, jointless structure with no welds or intersections that could weaken under stress. It is inherently stronger per unit weight than woven or welded mesh of similar thickness, making it well-suited for walkways, platforms, and applications requiring a rigid, one-piece construction.