Expanded Metal Walkways

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Expanded Metal Walkways

Expanded metal walkways are engineered for industrial plants, oil and gas facilities, offshore platforms, maintenance access and infrastructure projects.

Overview

Technical description

Expanded metal walkways are engineered for industrial plants, oil and gas facilities, offshore platforms, maintenance access and infrastructure projects.

Key Benefits

Why specify this solution.

High load-bearing capacity

Anti-slip raised surface

Drainage

Snow and dirt passage

High strength-to-weight ratio

Corrosion resistance

Technical Specifications

Catalogue data in responsive format.

MaterialsCarbon Steel / Galvanized Steel / Stainless Steel / Aluminum
Technical specification tableAvailable upon request
SurfaceAnti-slip raised expanded metal
DimensionsCustom specifications available

Available Materials

Materials selected for performance, finish and environment.

Carbon Steel

High strength and economical; coating can be applied for corrosion protection.

Galvanized Steel

Zinc-coated steel designed for improved corrosion resistance.

Stainless Steel

High corrosion resistance, impact resistance and long service life.

Aluminum

Lightweight, corrosion resistant and suitable for architectural applications.

Available finishes

  • Hot-dip galvanized
  • Powder coating
  • Custom specifications available

Mesh / opening patterns

  • Raised diamond

Applications

  • Industrial plants
  • Oil & gas facilities
  • Offshore platforms
  • Maintenance walkways
  • Rooftop access
  • Solar installations
  • Infrastructure projects

Gallery

Mesh and application references.

Expanded metal walkway
Expanded metal walkway
Access platform and stair
Access platform and stair
Industrial access structure
Industrial access structure

Project support

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Technical Terminology

Expanded Metal Terminology

These terms define the geometry used when specifying expanded metal sheets, panels and grating.

Raised Expanded Metal
LWDSWD
Flattened Expanded Metal
LWDSWD
SWD
Short Way of Diamond — the short diagonal across the opening.
LWD
Long Way of Diamond — the long diagonal across the opening.
Strand Width
The visible width of metal between adjacent openings.
Strand Thickness
The original sheet thickness used to form the mesh.