{"product_id":"expanded-mesh","title":"EXPANDED MESH","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials: \u003c\/strong\u003eMild Steel (untreated), black, or galvanised\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheet Dimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e1200 mm x 2400 mm (can be LWM x SWM or SWM x LWM)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fencing, screens, guards, ventilation panels, walkways, trailer floors, cages, and architectural applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e High strength-to-weight ratio; no loose strands or welds; good anti-slip surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the context of expanded metal mesh, LWM and SWM describe the orientation and size of the diamond pattern openings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLWM (Long Way of Mesh):\u003c\/strong\u003e The distance from the centre of one \"knuckle\" (the intersection of two strands) to the centre of the next knuckle across the longer diagonal of the diamond.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSWM (Short Way of Mesh):\u003c\/strong\u003e The distance from the centre of one knuckle to the centre of the next knuckle across the shorter diagonal of the diamond. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Orientation Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe orientation of these diamonds relative to the sheet dimensions (1200 x 2400) affects both the appearance and the mechanical properties: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrength \u0026amp; Walkways:\u003c\/strong\u003e For walkway applications, load-bearing capacity is typically higher when spanning the LWM direction. Additionally, grip is strongest when the diamonds run left-to-right underfoot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecurity \u0026amp; Fencing:\u003c\/strong\u003e In fencing, panels are often mounted with the diamonds pointing longways toward the sky (LWM vertical) to create narrower openings that are harder to climb.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAesthetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you are matching existing mesh, you must ensure the diamond orientation (e.g., LWM running parallel to the 2400 mm side) is consistent. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SRB Steel \u0026 Hardware Supplies","offers":[{"title":"1930 RAISED 37MM X 16MM X 5MM","offer_id":46639720693954,"sku":null,"price":174.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/6335\/8914\/files\/1930expmesh.jpg?v=1770171153","url":"https:\/\/www.srbindustrialsupplies.com\/products\/expanded-mesh","provider":"SRB INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}