Flattened expanded metal is a sheet of steel that has been rolled flat to create a smooth surface with diamond-shaped openings. It’s made by passing standard expanded metal through a cold-roll reduction mill.

How it’s made

• A sheet of metal is cut with multiple slits
• The sheet is stretched to create a diamond pattern
• The sheet is passed through flattening rollers to reduce its thickness and stretch the pattern

Uses

• Machine guarding: Used for security and equipment enclosures
• Grills: Used for charcoal trays, baskets, and food grates
• Architectural paneling: Used for building facades and suspended ceilings
• Filters: Used for air filtration
• Decorative fencing: Used for screens and guard screens

Benefits

• Flattened expanded metal is versatile and can be used for a wide variety of applications
• It’s a safer choice for surfaces that are subject to human or animal contact
• It’s easier to clean