PRODUCTS

Raised Carbon Steel

Close-up of stacked expanded metal.

Our raised carbon steel expanded metal maintains the original thickness and three-dimensional structure of the base material, providing maximum strength and rigidity. The raised diamond pattern creates excellent grip surfaces and superior load distribution, making it ideal for applications where structural integrity is paramount.

Common Applications: Industrial walkways, machine platforms, stair treads, truck running boards, and heavy-duty flooring where slip resistance and load-bearing capacity are essential.

Flattened Carbon Steel

Stacks of flattened expanded carbon steel sheets arranged in a neat pattern.

Flattened expanded metal offers a smooth, level surface while retaining the strength benefits of the expanded structure. The flattening process creates a uniform thickness that's perfect for applications requiring a flat working surface or clean aesthetic appearance.

Common Applications: Architectural panels, security screens, equipment enclosures, filtration systems, and decorative applications where both function and appearance matter.

GRATING

Close-up of a expanded steel; grate with a repeating pattern of raised, hexagonal shapes with lines inside.

Our expanded metal grating combines exceptional strength-to-weight ratio with excellent drainage and ventilation properties. The open design allows for maximum airflow and light penetration while providing a stable, slip-resistant surface that handles heavy traffic.

Common Applications: Industrial platforms, mezzanine flooring, drainage covers, ventilation panels, and catwalks where durability meets practical performance requirements

RAISED CARBON STEEL
Style Weight
lbs/Sq.Ft.		 Opening Size (in inches) Strand Size (in inches) Approx.
Open Area %
SWO LWO Width Thick
1/2" - #16R 0.86 0.375 0.938 0.086 0.06 65
1/2" - #13R 1.47 0.312 0.938 0.096 0.092 57
1/2" - #13(.188)R 2.82 0.25 0.8 0.188 0.092 25
3/4" - #16R 0.54 0.813 1.75 0.099 0.06 78
3/4" - #13R 0.8 0.75 1.688 0.096 0.092 76
3/4" - #9R 1.8 0.688 1.563 0.148 0.134 68
1" - #16R 0.44 1 2.063 0.096 0.06 82
1" - #14R 0.78 0.875 1.563 0.125 0.074 75
1" - #10HR 2 0.725 1.563 0.18 0.135 60
1" - #7R 4.12 0.576 1.563 0.275 0.183 45
1 1/2" - #18R 0.2 1.313 2.625 0.067 0.048 90
1 1/2" - #16R 0.4 1.25 2.625 0.107 0.06 85
1 1/2" - #13R 0.6 1.188 2.5 0.104 0.092 85
1 1/2" - #10 (13)R 0.79 1.188 2.5 0.137 0.092 80
1 1/2" - #10R 1.7 1 2.375 0.2 0.135 74
1 1/2" - #10HR 2 0.83 2.375 0.24 0.135 72
1 1/2" - #9R 1.2 1.125 2.375 0.142 0.134 76
1 1/2" - #6R 2.5 1 2.313 0.201 0.198 69
Illustration of expanded raised carbon steel with a diamond pattern.
Illustration of expanded flattened carbon steel with a diamond pattern.
FLATTENED CARBON STEEL
Style Weight
lbs/Sq.Ft.		 Opening Size (Inches) Strand Size (Inches) Approx.
Open Area %
SWO LWO Width Thick
1/2" - #16F 0.82 0.312 1 0.096 0.05 63
1/2" - #13F 1.4 0.265 1 0.107 0.07 52
3/4" - #16F 0.51 0.75 1.75 0.111 0.048 74
3/4" - #13F 0.75 0.688 1.781 0.106 0.07 74
3/4" - #9F 1.71 0.563 1.688 0.165 0.12 63
1" - #16F 0.41 0.813 2.25 0.098 0.05 78
1" - #14F 0.63 0.79 2 0.125 0.07 80
1 1/2" - #16F 0.38 1.062 2.75 0.119 0.048 83
1 1/2" - #13F 0.57 1.062 2.75 0.116 0.07 80
1 1/2" - #10 F 1.65 0.9 2.56 0.188 0.11 63
1 1/2" - #9F 1.14 1 2.563 0.158 0.11 75
GRATING
Style Weight (lbs per C.S.F.) Standard Size (Feet) Opening Size (Inches) Centre to Centre of
Bond (Inches)		 Strand Size (Inches) Percentage
of Open
Areas		 SWD
Diamonds
per ft.		 Overall
Thickness
(Inches)
Plain Galv. Width Length Width Length Width Length Width Thick
2 LB 200 218 4-6 8 1 3.6 1.333 5.33 0.235 0.135 77 9 0.46
3 LB 300 320 4-6 8-10 0.938 3.438 1.333 5.33 0.261 0.183 73 9 0.5
Illustration of expanded carbon steel grating with a honeycomb structure.
Diagram of a expanded steel with labeled dimensions: strand, bond, SWD, LWO, LWD, SWO, strand thickness, and strand width.
GLOSSARY
SWD Short Way of Diamond - The measurement of the shorter dimension across the diamond opening.
LWD Long Way of Diamond - The measurement of the longer dimension across the diamond opening.
SWO Short Way of Opening.
LWO Long Way of Opening.
STRAND The metal strip forming the diamond.
STRAND THICKNESS Gauge thickness of the base metal.
STRAND WIDTH Amount of metal fed under dies to produce one strand.
BOND The point where two strands connect.
OPENING SIZE The area enclosed by bonds and strands.