What Is Expanded Metal?
Expanded Metal Products, Materials & Finishes
We supply custom expanded metal sheets in multiple materials and product forms for industrial, architectural, and project-based applications.
Expanded Metal Sheet
Expanded Metal Mesh
Aluminum Expanded Metal
Expanded Metal Grating
Stainless Steel Expanded Metal
Carbon Steel Expanded Metal
Flattened Expanded Metal
Galvanized Expanded Metal Mesh
Raised Expanded Metal
Copper Expanded Metal Mesh
Powder Coated Expanded Metal Mesh
Expanded Metal Applications
Expanded metal is used for fencing, walkways, stair treads, trailer floors and ramps, machine guards, and architectural facades. Material, mesh profile, opening size, strand thickness, finish, and support conditions should be selected for the required load, corrosion resistance, airflow, visibility, and fabrication method.
Expanded Metal Fencing & Security
Expanded metal panels support perimeter fencing, security screens, door and window guards, and framed infill systems. Galvanized or powder-coated steel is commonly specified for outdoor protection and long-term appearance.
Expanded Metal Walkways & Flooring
Raised expanded metal grating provides drainage, airflow, visibility, and traction for factory walkways, rooftop access, service platforms, catwalks, and industrial flooring. Panel load and support span require project confirmation.
Expanded Metal Stair Treads
Expanded metal stair treads are used for industrial stairs, maintenance access, platforms, and outdoor steps where drainage and grip are important. Carbon steel, galvanized steel, and stainless steel options are available.
Expanded Metal for Trailers & Ramps
Carbon steel expanded metal is fabricated into utility trailer floors, loading ramps, gates, sides, and equipment platforms. Buyers should confirm gauge, opening size, frame spacing, load direction, finish, and welding requirements.
Expanded Metal Machine Guards
Expanded metal machine guarding protects moving equipment while maintaining visibility and ventilation for inspection. Openings, safety distance, frame design, edge treatment, and coating should follow the machinery risk assessment.
Architectural Expanded Metal Facades
Architectural expanded metal panels are used for facades, cladding, screening, sunshades, ceilings, and equipment enclosures. Aluminum and coated steel support custom patterns, panel sizes, colors, and mounting systems.
Planning a project? Send your application, drawing, load requirement, material, finish, and quantity for review.
Expanded Metal Sizes and Specifications
YueChu supplies custom expanded metal with thicknesses from 0.5 to 20 mm, SWD and LWD opening dimensions from 0.5 to 50 mm, strand widths from 0.5 to 30 mm, and standard sheet lengths from 1 to 4 m. Final availability depends on material, mesh pattern, sheet width, finish, and order quantity.
GB-standard steel is available for regular production. ASTM or EN material and manufacturing requirements can be followed for U.S., European, and other destination markets when the required grade and standard are confirmed in the purchase specification.
- Thickness: 0.5-10 mm.
- SWD / LWD: 0.5-10 mm, depending on the required mesh pattern.
- Strand Width: 0.5-10 mm.
- Standard Sheet Size: Lengths from 1 m and widths up to 3.5 m; final dimensions depend on material, thickness, mesh pattern, and transport requirements.
- Available Material Grades: Q235 and ASTM A36 carbon steel, stainless steel 304/316, and aluminum 3003/5052; other customer-specified grades are available on request.
- Applicable Standards: GB for China, ASTM for the United States, and EN for Europe, selected according to the destination market and purchase specification.
- Production Lead Time: Normally 7-14 days to dispatch after specifications and the order are confirmed.
- Stock Dispatch Time: Selected in-stock specifications can normally be dispatched within 7 days after order confirmation.
- MOQ: 1 sheet for trial orders; project and wholesale quantities are supported.
- Sample Policy: Custom samples are available based on the required material, opening, thickness, and finish.
- Material Certificates: Inspection reports, material certificates, and product conformity certificates can be supplied according to order requirements.
- Surface Finish: Mill finish, galvanized, anodized, powder coated, or other requested treatment.
Why Choose YueChu as Your Expanded Metal Supplier
Distributors, project contractors, fabricators, and industrial buyers comparing expanded metal mesh suppliers need consistent production, specification support, responsive communication, and export-ready packing. YueChu supports custom and project-based orders from drawing review through shipment preparation.
- Custom opening sizes, strand widths, sheet thicknesses, and panel dimensions.
- Available in carbon steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Surface finishes such as mill finish, hot-dip galvanized, powder coated, and anodized.
- Suitable for walkways, machine guards, fencing, cladding, ceilings, screens, and industrial projects.
- Export-ready packing for wholesale and project orders.
As an expanded metal manufacturer in China, YueChu Metal supplies raised and flattened mesh in galvanized steel, stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, copper, and titanium for B2B buyers.
Our production team works with drawings, samples, and project specifications to help buyers source expanded metal sheets for architectural facades, machine guards, safety walkways, fencing systems, screening panels, and industrial fabrication orders.
Request a Custom Expanded Metal Quote
Send us your material, thickness, opening size, sheet dimensions, quantity, and application details for a faster and more accurate quotation.
Drawings, samples, or reference photos will help us confirm your specification more quickly.
Production Capacity & Ready-to-Ship Support
Our monthly expanded metal production capacity is approximately 200 metric tons, with single-batch order capacity of up to 100,000 sheets. Press equipment ranges from 20 to 300 tons. We support an MOQ of 1 sheet for trial orders, and selected stock specifications can normally be dispatched within 7 days.
- 200 t/month
- Monthly output
- 100,000 sheets
- Single-batch capacity
- 20-200 tons
- Press equipment range
Expanded Metal FAQ
What types of expanded metal do you supply?
We supply raised expanded metal, flattened expanded metal, galvanized expanded metal, stainless steel expanded metal, aluminum expanded metal, and custom expanded metal sheets for industrial and architectural applications.
Can you produce custom expanded metal sizes?
Yes. We can customize opening size, strand width, thickness, sheet dimensions, and surface finish based on drawings, samples, or project requirements.
What is the difference between raised and flattened expanded metal?
Raised expanded metal keeps its original three-dimensional pattern for added rigidity, while flattened expanded metal is rolled to create a smoother surface for fabrication and architectural use.
Which material is best for outdoor use?
Galvanized steel, stainless steel, and aluminum are common choices for outdoor expanded metal applications, depending on the required corrosion resistance, strength, and budget.
What information should I send for a fast quotation?
Please send material, thickness, opening size, strand width, sheet dimensions, quantity, surface finish, application, and destination port. Drawings or photos will help us quote more accurately.
What is the MOQ and production lead time?
Our MOQ is 1 sheet for trial orders. Custom production orders are normally dispatched within 7-14 days after specification and order confirmation, while selected in-stock sizes can normally be dispatched within 7 days.
Which standards and material certificates can you provide?
We can produce to GB, ASTM, and EN requirements according to the destination market and purchase specification. Available documentation includes inspection reports, material certificates, and product conformity certificates. Please confirm the required grade, standard, and documents before production.
Do you provide export packing for wholesale and project orders?
Yes. We provide export packing such as pallets, cartons, wooden crates, waterproof protection, and custom labels according to shipping and project requirements.