With global production capabilities, industry-leading quality, and the capacity to support both prototyping up and high-volume production, ACS Industries is a trusted woven wire mesh manufacturer for customers around the world. From plain weave metal mesh to complex, custom industrial woven wire mesh used in pyrotechnic airbag inflator filters, you can count on ACS to produce the highest quality woven metal mesh products, compliant to your specifications. Our team of experienced fabricators has a deep understanding of the technical and complex wire weaving process and is committed to providing our customers with the best possible service and support.
Industrial Woven Wire Mesh Manufacturing Capabilities
With over 40 wire weaving looms, ACS is a leading woven wire mesh manufacturer uniquely equipped to fulfill a wide range of industrial mesh requirements – including prototypes, small production runs and high volume manufacturing. From plain to complex Dutch weave mesh, we manufacture mesh in a variety of materials, including stainless steel, aluminum, and copper, tailored to your performance and durability needs.
We can produce industrial woven wire mesh:
- in a variety of widths and lengths, meeting your application requirements.
- with different hole sizes, mesh counts and weave patterns.
- in a range of wire diameters to balance strength, flexibility, filtration, and open area.
- in a variety of materials selected for specific mechanical, thermal, electrical, and corrosion-resistance requirements – such as stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass, titanium, nickel alloys or other specialty metals.
- with different finishes, such as galvanized, nickel-plated, or powder coated.
- in a variety of quantities, from prototypes and small batches to large production runs.
A leading custom wire mesh manufacturer for 85+ years, ACS is uniquely equipped to fulfill a wide range of industrial woven wire mesh requirements. Reach out to discuss your specific needs.
What Are the Benefits of Woven Wire Mesh in Industrial Applications?
Woven wire mesh is a versatile material that offers a number of advantages for a variety of industrial applications. Some of its key benefits include:
Strength and durability: woven wire mesh is ideal for industrial wire mesh applications where it will be exposed to harsh conditions, such as heat, chemicals, and abrasion.
Flexibility: woven wire mesh can be woven in a variety of patterns and sizes, making it highly flexible and adaptable to a wide range of applications.
Elasticity: as woven wire mesh can be crimped, the resulting mesh take on elastic qualities, making is ideal as a cushioning separator layer, such as the nickel woven mesh elastic elements founds in alkaline electrolyzers.
Openness: woven wire mesh has an open structure, which allows for liquid and air flow, ideal for applications such as filtration, screening, and ventilation.
Corrosion resistance: materials such as stainless steel, copper, and aluminum are highly resistant to corrosion, ideal in humid or corrosive conditions
Affordability: woven wire mesh is a relatively affordable material. Contact our team to talk about your specifications and to get a quote.
Types of Woven Wire Mesh We Offer
Understanding the different woven wire mesh types helps in choosing the right product for your application:
- Plain weave mesh is the simplest type of woven wire mesh. It is made by weaving the warp wires over and under the weft wires in a simple alternating pattern. Plain weave mesh is strong and durable, but it is not as flexible as other types of mesh. It is also not as open as other types of mesh, meaning that it has smaller openings between the wires.
- Twill weave mesh is made by weaving the warp wires over and under the weft wires in a staggered pattern. This pattern creates a diagonal weave that is more flexible and open than plain weave mesh. Twill weave mesh is also stronger than plain weave mesh.
- Dutch weave mesh is the most open type of woven wire mesh. It is made by weaving the warp wires over and under two or more weft wires. This pattern creates large openings between the wires. Dutch weave mesh is not as strong as other types of mesh, but it is very flexible and open.
To choose the right woven wire mesh for your application, you should consider several factors, including the material, weave pattern, wire diameter, mesh size, and application. Our industrial woven wire mesh experts can guide you through the selection process and produce a custom product that best meets your specifications.
Woven Wire Mesh Materials & Alloys
ACS Industries manufactures woven wire mesh using a wide range of metal materials selected according to an application’s mechanical, thermal, electrical, corrosion-resistance, filtration, environmental, and performance requirements. ACS commonly manufactures:
- Stainless steel woven wire mesh
- Aluminum woven wire mesh
- Copper woven wire mesh
- Brass woven wire mesh
- Nickel woven wire mesh
- Titanium woven wire mesh
- Wire mesh using other specialty alloys based on customer request
Depending on the application, woven mesh can also undergo additional processing or fabrication to create finished components and assemblies. Our engineering team can help identify the appropriate alloy, wire diameter, weave pattern, and mesh specifications for your application.
Custom Woven Wire Mesh for Industrial Applications
ACS Industries manufactures custom woven wire mesh for a wide range of industrial applications. With more than 40 wire weaving looms, we support projects ranging from prototypes and small production runs to high-volume manufacturing. Our engineering team works with customers to select the appropriate material, wire diameter, mesh count, aperture size, weave pattern, and other specifications based on the application’s mechanical, thermal, electrical, filtration, and environmental requirements. We combine the expertise of our team with the latest wire mesh automation technologies to support efficient production and consistent quality.
Our woven wire mesh is often utilized for:
- Removable & reusable insulation
- Filtration and separation
- Automotive components
- Airbag inflator filters
- Hydrogen and electrolyzer components
- Industrial screening
- Thermal management
- Noise vibration harshness
- EMI/RFI shielding
- Other custom industrial applications
Whether you need woven wire mesh for filtration, shielding, insulation, automotive components, energy applications, or another industrial application, ACS can develop a mesh solution tailored to your product requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wire Mesh Manufacturing
What is woven wire mesh used for?
Woven wire mesh is used in industrial wire mesh applications such as filtration, screening, shielding, ventilation, and separation. It is commonly found in industries such as automotive, green energy, and manufacturing.
How is woven wire mesh manufactured?
Woven wire mesh is created by interlacing metal wires on weaving looms. The weave type, wire diameter, and material determine the mesh’s strength, flexibility, and performance. Working with an experienced woven wire mesh manufacturer can help ensure that the mesh hole sizes, hole patterns, metal finish, and size meet your application requirements.
What materials are commonly used to manufacture woven wire mesh?
Woven wire mesh is often made from stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass or nickel alloys, each offering unique benefits like corrosion resistance or conductivity. Our experts can help you determine which material is ideal for your application.
Can your woven wire mesh be used in high-temperature applications?
Yes, our industrial wire mesh can be engineered for high-temperature applications. We select specific alloys for their ability to maintain strength and structural integrity in extreme thermal conditions. Our team will speak with you about your specifications and advise on the correct material selection for your high-temperature environment.
Can ACS manufacture woven wire mesh to custom specifications?
Yes, our woven wire mesh solutions can be customized by weave type, material, wire diameter, mesh count, and finish to meet exact performance and environmental requirements.
How does industrial wire mesh contribute to a product’s overall performance or durability?
Our products are engineered to enhance system performance by providing consistent filtration, thermal management, or structural support. The use of high-quality materials and precise manufacturing ensures long-term reliability for your woven wire mesh applications, reducing maintenance and replacement costs.
What is the difference between woven wire mesh and knitted wire mesh?
Woven wire mesh is manufactured by interlacing straight wires in a defined weave pattern, producing consistent openings and good dimensional stability. Knitted wire mesh is formed by interlocking metal wire into a looped structure, making it more flexible, compressible, and resilient. Woven wire mesh is often selected when precise openings, filtration, screening, strength, or dimensional stability are required, while knitted wire mesh is often selected for applications requiring flexibility, compression, vibration damping, or energy absorption.
At ACS Industries, we offer manufacturing locations around the world that produce woven wire mesh, knitted wire mesh, and more. Explore our full range of products, or request a quote today.
How do I select the right woven wire mesh for my application?
Selecting woven wire mesh involves evaluating the application requirements, including material compatibility, temperature, corrosion exposure, filtration or flow requirements, mesh count, aperture size, wire diameter, weave pattern, dimensions, and production volume. ACS Industries can help customers evaluate these factors and develop a woven wire mesh solution to meet their specifications.
Why choose ACS industrial woven wire mesh manufacturer?
We offer decades of expertise, advanced weaving capabilities, and over 40 wire looms to meet demanding specifications. Our products are engineered for performance, durability, and consistency, and backed by responsive support and full traceability. Whether you need mid-to-high volume production, ACS delivers quality woven wire mesh with precision and reliability.
Woven Wire Mesh Manufacturing, Service & Support
ACS Industries provides full-service support, from material selection to production, for your industrial wire mesh and expanded metal needs. Whether you need custom mesh, consultation on applications, or full production capabilities, our team is here to help.
Reach out to us today to learn more about our woven wire mesh manufacturing services and how we can help you meet your unique requirements.