Welded wire mesh is manufactured by welding low-carbon steel wires at every intersection, creating a rigid grid panel with superior structural strength. The hot-dipped galvanizing applied after welding ensures complete corrosion protection, including at the weld points which are most vulnerable to rust.
## Manufacturing Process
1. **Wire Drawing**: Q195 low-carbon steel rod drawn to 2.0mm diameter
2. **Welding**: Cross wires resistance-welded at every intersection — creates rigid panel that holds shape without sagging
3. **Galvanizing**: Panel submerged in molten zinc (>=450C) after welding — coating every weld point, inside and out
4. **Cutting**: Panels cut to standard sizes (2.1m x 3.0m, 2.4m x 3.0m)
5. **Packaging**: Bundled and strapped for shipment
## Key Advantages
- **Rigidity**: Every intersection welded = no mesh distortion under load. Superior to woven mesh for flat panel applications.
- **Weld-Point Protection**: Post-weld galvanizing ensures weld points (highest corrosion risk) receive full zinc coverage.
- **Uniform Mesh**: Precise 50mm x 50mm grid throughout — ideal for automated screening and sizing applications.
- **High Strength-to-Weight**: 2.0mm wire in rigid grid supports significant load with minimal material.
- **Easy Cutting**: Panels cut with bolt cutters or angle grinder. No mesh unraveling (unlike woven mesh).
## Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Mesh Type | Resistance-welded grid |
| Mesh Opening | 50mm x 50mm |
| Wire Diameter | 2.0mm |
| Material | Q195 Low Carbon Steel Wire |
| Tensile Strength | 350-550 MPa |
| Zinc Coating | >=80g/m2 (post-weld hot-dipped) |
| Panel Size | 2.1m x 3.0m / 2.4m x 3.0m |
| Weld Strength | >=500 N per weld point |
| Standard | EN 10223-5, ASTM A185 |
| Certification | ISO 9001 |
## Applications
- **Fencing Panels**: Rigid mesh panels for perimeter and security fencing
- **Construction**: Concrete reinforcement (slabs, walls, columns)
- **Animal Enclosures**: Rigid pens for dogs, pigs, and livestock
- **Industrial Screening**: Sizing and sorting of aggregate and materials
- **Machine Guards**: Safety enclosures for rotating equipment
- **Garden & Agriculture**: Trellis support, crop protection, raised bed lining
- **Architecture**: Decorative facades, partition screens, railing infill
## Packaging & Delivery
- **Packaging**: Panels bundled in 10-20 piece bundles, steel strapped
- **Container Loading**: 20ft GP ~ 2000-3000 panels; 40ft HQ ~ 4000-6000 panels
- **Lead Time**: 5-10 days standard; 10-15 days custom
- **Shipping**: FOB Tianjin / CIF / DDP