A wire mesh is made up of uniformly crossed wires in regular patterns to form a barrier or screen. The patterns can be large or small, square or polygonal depending upon the purpose or application of the end product. From providing perimeter markings to concrete construction applications, this wire mesh is used in a variety of ways today. The reason of such wide usage is due to certain properties of the product as discussed below.
Properties of Stainless Steel Wire Mesh
This wire mesh or barriers are made from different grades of stainless steel, like 304 or 316, depending on its usage. Some properties that make barriers of this type so popular all over the world are discussed below.
Corrosion Resistant
Being made of stainless steel, with 8% nickel and 18% chromium alloyed, these barriers are highly resistant to corrosion. So, even underwater applications prefer using stainless steel screens as it decays the least. It is also used in areas where there is maximum exposure to the elements, ensuring longer functionality of the barriers.
Low Maintenance
The preceding wire mesh requires low upkeep due to its highly stable non-reactive structure and corrosion resistance properties. These fences also have high reusability value due to this nature. They can be left in areas with high exposure to elements; the stainless steel will ensure maximum functionality for a longer period of time.
Temperature Tolerance
These meshes can also be in extremely hot or cold conditions. With some special treatments, these barriers can be used under high pressure also, like a rectangular holding area for pouring concrete for pillars or slabs. These stainless steel concrete boxes can withstand a high amount of pressure of subsequent constructions. Also, stainless steel meshes are used in physical separating and sieving different-sized particles in many industries.
Different Applications of Stainless Steel Mesh Wires
On the subject of the application, this wire mesh is widely used in the fields described below.
Security
These are very useful as barriers delineating the boundaries of commercial and personal properties. Wire meshes can also be used to keep out animals from a designated area of keep them locked in one. The general sturdiness of the constituent material ensures minimum encroachment on the protected property.
Electrified Fencing for High Security
The preceding fences also find extensive applications in the electrified boundaries. Commonly found around high-security zones like nuclear or research facilities, a thin copper wire is wound through the steel fencing, along with barbed razor wires for additional protection.
Perimeter Fencing
The above mentioned fencing is also preferred in temporary perimeter installations where there is a need of temporary protection for a short period of time. This wire mesh is light and malleable, so it can be removed and re-installed upon short notice.