Expanded Metal Manufacturing
As a global leader in expanded metal manufacturing, ACS Industries delivers engineered solutions that meet the strictest OEM requirements. From prototype to mass production, our in-house designed and built expanding machines give us full control over quality, tolerances, and repeatability, ensuring you receive consistent, high-performing expanded metal components.
A versatile material that is used in diverse applications, expanded metal can be manufactured with a range of open area measurements resulting in widely varying finished product characteristics at a cost-effective price. Our expanded metal company owns nearly 100 expanding machines among our facilities in China, Mexico and Romania. We use these machines to manufacture our patented Variable Expanded Metal, which is the new industry standard for pyrotechnic airbag inflator filters.
Manufactured to Match Your Needs
Leveraging our experience and expertise as one of the world’s leading expanded metal mesh manufacturers, our engineers collaborate with your design team to specify the optimal strand thickness, open area percentage, and material type for your expanded metal application. We produce expanded metal at scale with complete control of all the key measurements listed below.
Whether you need stainless steel for corrosion resistance, titanium for lightweight strength, or custom alloys, we can manufacture to your exact requirements. As a vertically integrated expanded metal company, we maintain control over key production parameters, helping ensure precision and repeatability across high-volume runs. Reach out to our experts to discuss your project specifications.
Patented Expanding Technologies
Our patented expanding equipment sets the standard for pyrotechnic airbag inflator filters, delivering predictable airflow and superior durability with greatly reduced scrap and weight. Because all our expanding machines are designed and built in-house, we can customize tooling and processes to meet unique project specifications, something most other expanded metal companies cannot offer.
With more than 80 years of expertise in expanded metal manufacturing, we are proud to have patents issued for expanding technologies in the following countries:
- China
- France
- Germany
- Hungary
- Italy
- Japan
- Republic of Korea
- Romania
- Spain
- United Kingdom
- USA
This global recognition, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, positions ACS Industries as a leader among expanded metal mesh manufacturers, helping our customers receive the most advanced and reliable products available.
Quality and Certifications as a Leading Expanded Metal Company
Quality is at the core of every sheet we produce. ACS operates under globally recognized certifications, including IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015, TISAX – ML3 High, and CTPAT, giving OEMs confidence in our quality systems, data security, and supply chain compliance. View our certifications.
Expanded Metal Manufacturing FAQs
What industries rely on ACS for expanded metal manufacturing?
ACS supplies expanded metal solutions to industries including automotive, green energy, filtration, and general industrial manufacturing. Our Variable Expanded Metal is the global standard for pyrotechnic airbag inflator filters, but we also support applications in noise reduction, separation, and reinforcement.
How do in-house machine design and manufacturing benefit customers?
Because ACS designs and builds its own expanding machines, we can quickly adapt tooling, strand patterns, and open-area measurements to meet unique customer requirements. This level of control helps ensure consistent quality, shorter lead times, and flexibility for prototyping and production.
What materials can be used in expanded metal manufacturing?
We produce expanded metal in a range of materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, copper, and specialty alloys. Our engineering team helps OEMs choose the right material based on strength, weight, corrosion resistance, and application environment.
How does ACS maintain quality and consistency across its global facilities?
ACS uses the same in-house–designed expanding machines and quality control processes across its facilities in China, Mexico, and Romania. This ensures that every piece of expanded metal, no matter where it’s manufactured, meets strict dimensional tolerances and performance requirements.
Can ACS support high-volume production and custom orders?
Yes. With nearly 100 expanding machines and decades of expertise, ACS can handle both small runs and large-scale production efficiently. Our engineers work with you to design the optimal strand width, thickness, and open area for your specific application.
Contact Our Expanded Metal Manufacturing Experts
Our expanded metal manufacturing capabilities and expertise (including titanium expanded metal) will help you meet your requirements, on time and on budget. Our team of experts is available to answer your questions and help you find the right solution to meet your needs. For more information on our capabilities, or to learn why we are one of the world’s most advanced expanded metal mesh manufacturers, fill out the form below or contact us today and let’s discuss your application requirements.