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Manufacturing
Expanded Metal Production
The process for expanding metal was first patented in Hartlepool, UK in the 1880's and despite the amount of time which has elapsed since then, the process remains true to the original idea. Most types of metal, including precious and specially produced metals, can be expanded. Other materials, such as plastics or other ductile materials can also be expanded.
The process is simple but incredibly effective...
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Sheets or coils of metal are fed into the expanding machine. A little metal can create a lot of mesh. |
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Each machine is fitted with a unique "Knife", dedicated to a particular pattern. |
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The machines are programmed or manually controlled to ensure the metal is expanded to the exact specification. |
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Using the unique shearing and streching process means very little waste is created. The metal is sheared and then stretched in a single process creating the apertures and therefore expanding the metal. The mesh is then either cut into sheets or wound onto coils ready for shipping or further processing. |
The Expanded Metal Company manufactures 24 hours per day 7 days per week to ensure we continue to offer an extensive range of standard meshes as well as bespoke specifications. Customers are always welcome to visit our manufacturing site in Hartlepool.
