Rigid & Flexible Wire Mesh For
Exterior Texture
Wire mesh for facades and exterior cladding are effective ways to blend form and function. The customizable open area of wire mesh offers unrestricted ventilation and access to natural light with varying degrees of solar shading, while the durable materials provide security for open structures. Though rugged, the timeless spirit of wire mesh adds classic design features to architecture. Office buildings, parking garages, sports arenas, and more take advantage of these qualities, maximizing the benefits that come from natural elements while decorating the building’s exterior.
Available in both Rigid and Flexible patterns, each option has many benefits and can be tailored to suit your needs. Rigid Mesh uses a panelized approach, easily securing building openings and attaching to supporting structures as a facade. Flexible Mesh is available in extreme widths and lengths, creating uninterrupted expanses of material without the need for vertical supports.
Rigid & Flexible
Wire Mesh For Facades
Rigid
The term “Rigid” is used to categorize products of wire mesh in which the construction method creates a tight intersection where the wires cross over one another within the grid. Banker Wire offers two types of wire mesh that are categorized as “Rigid”. Pre-crimped woven wire mesh uses wire formation to define the location of the intersection as well as to restrict movement. Welded wire mesh for facades use a resistance weld to do the same. This established intersection defines the wire mesh grid and creates a repeat over a given dimension. The openings within the grid are therefore controlled and can be applied to an application once a sheet’s dimension and shape is provided. The term rigid does not suggest that the mesh will be infinitely stiff. Stiffness is a factor that is primarily defined by the diameter of the wire used within the grid.
While customization is always a welcomed option, the following fundamental perimeter framing methods exist to provide quality and cost effective solutions.
Banker Wire offers the following Rigid Systems:
- Versatile Spine
- Angle Iron
- U-edge
Flexible
The term “Flexible” is used to categorize products of wire mesh in which the construction method creates a loose intersection where the wires cross over one another. This flexible weave is constructed of a spiral shaped wire that links together with a rod that passes through the spiral shape’s opening. Together, these links combine to create a belt. Rigid in the direction of the spiral, a belt’s length dimension is defined once tension is applied, allowing the spiral and rod to nest. Without tension, the spiral mesh length can be collapsed into a tight bundle. Therefore, this flexible situation calls for a system that can control these characteristics in an effective way for the built environment.
Banker offers these tension fastening systems for flexible mesh:
- Round Thread
- Flat Thread
- Wrap
- Loop
Facades
Rigid Wire Mesh
What Is It?
Wire mesh, also referred to as “wire cloth” or “wire fabric”, is a versatile metal product that can be used in a number of applications. Some uses include room dividing partitions, hand railing infills, cladding and other architectural uses. Often overlooked as a solution for facades, rigid wire mesh has several benefits for a unique-looking texture.
Crimped wire mesh for facades will provide the benefit of security when used while allowing natural light and atmosphere to flow through the material. In addition, when created with appropriate materials, wire mesh will provide long-lasting appearance with minimal maintenance and protection from corrosion.
Rigid wire mesh is available in many different patterns and styles, with mass production coming in the form of rolls or panels. The security of the pre-crimped woven wire mesh will not flex, providing clean straight lines to the profile of your building. In addition, this unique material will add reflectivity and texture to the architecture of your building while still providing a barrier with its light weight material.
MOUNTING AND
INSTALLATION FOR RIGID
Versatile Spine is a modern alternative to traditional framing strategies. Thin, strong, customizable, and created to work with glass mounting strategies, the Versatile Spine frame can be designed to any attachment or aesthetic requirement. Utilizing a three-layer laminate system, the wire mesh is welded to the center spine then sandwiched by two outer veneer covers. Typical starting widths are one inch, with a thickness comparable to that of half-inch glass. The Versatile Spine frame width and shape can be modified to suit nearly any residential or commercial application.
Angle Iron can be very effective in framing wire mesh when properly executed. As a fundamental structural shape, angle iron is readily available in many different sizes and profiles. It can be used to create a strong and suitable interface method. Angle Iron can provide the stiffness
needed when the size of the panel is extreme or the mesh being framed is not rigid enough.
U-edge is the most common way to provide a safe and economical perimeter edge around a wire mesh panel. The Banker Wire U-edge framing material provides a finished look to any wire mesh perimeter. The clean and defined square edge, which is 13 gauge, 1.5” construction, is easy to work with and can be used as a framing solution for a wide range of wire mesh patterns and spacings.
Facades
Flexible Wire Mesh
What Is It?
Banker Wire’s line of Flexible Wire Mesh patterns provides expanded creative freedom for designers and architects with a material as adaptable as its name. This mesh’s exceptional nature allows for uninterrupted coverage expanses where panelized systems fall short. From free-form hanging to tensioned building facades, Flexible Mesh can be used to create subtle textures, add solar shading, or provide a secure but ventilated barrier, among many other possibilities. The Flexible Mesh product line brings Banker Wire’s famous versatility, quality, and expertise to the table, satisfying the most creative architects’ vision and meeting the most demanding performance specifications.
Our metal meshes can be made of aluminum, stainless steel and copper. Once created, they can be treated with an option of multiple finishes to be adapted to any project. For example, the finishes of the architectural mesh can be natural, blasted, satin, painted, anodized or lacquered, among others.
We offer tailor-made products of high quality with a personalized service for our clients all over the world. Flexible wire mesh can be produced at larger, one-piece lengths to be installed on any building size.
MOUNTING AND
INSTALLATION FOR Flexible
The Round Thread flexible mesh mounting system uses a rod inserted inside the spirals and equally spaced eyebolts at both the top and bottom horizontal edges to tension the mesh. The eyebolts are connected to the rod captured within the spiral and provide the means for applying load. All materials are made from T316 stainless steel. A powder coat finish can be applied upon request. The Round Thread flexible mesh mounting system is applicable to the following mesh patterns: Delta, Dune, Drift, Flow, Ripple, and Ridge.
The Flat Thread flexible mesh mounting system uses a flat bar inserted inside the spirals at both the mesh’s top and bottom horizontal edges to provide tension. Holes are provided at equidistant spacing along the bar where a clevis and pin connect and provide the load. All materials are T316 stainless steel. A powder coat finish may be applied upon request. The Flat Thread flexible mesh mounting system is applicable to the following mesh patterns Delta, Dune, Drift, Flow, Ripple, and Ridge.
The Wrap flexible mesh mounting system wraps the horizontal ends of the fine spiral mesh to form a sleeve where a tube can be inserted across the width of the mesh. From this tube, threaded sockets are equally spaced and provide the load. All materials are T316 stainless steel. A powder coat finish may be applied upon request. The Wrap flexible mesh mounting system is applicable to the following mesh patterns: Ripple and Drift.
The Loop flexible mesh mounting system would be used when the design calls for the flexible mesh to hang freely or drape. This system allows you to hang the mesh at 90 degrees to make flat or rounded space dividing options in your space. Alternating rods within the mesh are extended and welded form a loop. All materials are T316 stainless steel. This loop can then facilitate a connection point like a round bar to hang from. The Loop flexible mesh mounting system is applicable to the following mesh patterns: Drift, and Ripple.
