Application of Expanded Metal Mesh in industry and decoration

Expanded metal sheets, while capable of many of these applications (except soundproofing), excel in a different area entirely. 

The stair treads, walkways, catways and floor grating found so commonly in industrial facilities, construction sites and even many commercial buildings are made from industrial expanded metal. 

Expanded metals are capable of far greater structrual strength than perforated metals; unlike perforated metals, expanded metals are slit and stretched, creating a pattern of three dimensional structures, although expanded metal may also be rolled into a two dimensional sheet. 

This slitting and stretching process sets expanded metals apart from perforated metals in cost and fabrication time. Because expanded metals are slit and stretched, there is virtually no waste material, significantly lowering fabrication costs. It’s also a fairly quick process, making custom expanded metal stair tread orders fast and cost-effective.