Product range

Expanded metal, perforated sheets and steel mesh

Open-area steel products combine strength with airflow, drainage, visibility and light weight. They are used for walkways, machine guards, fencing, facades, filtration and concrete reinforcement.

Overview

Tell us the open area, aperture size, strand or wire size and material, and we will match the right product.

Available forms

  • Standard and flattened expanded metal
  • Perforated sheets (round, square, slotted holes)
  • Welded wire mesh panels and rolls
  • Woven wire mesh
  • Steel bar grating

Specifications

Typical specification range

Ranges below reflect what is commonly traded in the Saudi market. Exact sizes, grades and stock availability are confirmed at quotation.

MaterialsMild steel, galvanized, stainless 304/316, aluminium
Sheet sizesCommonly 1220 × 2440 mm; others to order
PerforationHole size, pitch and pattern (staggered/straight) to specification
GratingBearing bar e.g. 25 × 3 to 50 × 5 mm, galvanized

Common applications

  • Walkways, platforms and stair treads
  • Machine guards and partitions
  • Facades and sun screens
  • Security fencing
  • Filtration and screening

Referenced standards

  • ISO 10630 (perforated)
  • BS 4483 (fabric reinforcement)
  • ANSI/NAAMM MBG 531 (grating)

Selection guidance

How to specify expanded metal, perforated sheet & mesh

01

Open area vs strength

More open area means better airflow and lighter weight but less strength. Define which matters most.

02

Anti-slip for walkways

Serrated grating or raised expanded metal improves grip on platforms.

03

Galvanize outdoor mesh

Hot-dip galvanized or stainless mesh lasts much longer in exposed conditions.

Documents to request

Material certificate · Galvanizing certificate · Load tables for grating

Related guides

Fabrication & Welding

Expanded Metal vs Perforated Sheet vs Steel Grating

Compare expanded metal, perforated sheet and steel bar grating: manufacturing, open area, strength, weight, appearance, cost and uses for walkways, screens, guards and facades.

6 November 2026 · 3 min read

Expanded Metal, Perforated Sheet & Mesh: FAQs

What is expanded metal?
A sheet that is slit and stretched to form diamond-shaped openings in one piece, with no welds and very little waste.
What is open area?
The percentage of the sheet that is open space. It determines airflow, light transmission and weight.
Is perforated sheet stronger than expanded metal?
It depends on the pattern and thickness. Expanded metal is often stiffer for its weight because of its strand geometry.

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