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Overview
The Expanded Metal Grating - also called scaffold expanded metal grating or steel mesh grating - is a one-piece steel sheet that has been slit and stretched to form a regular grid of diamond-shaped openings. It is used as a lightweight, high-grip platform surface in scaffolding, walkways and mezzanines, letting debris, water and light pass through while giving workers a firm, slip-resistant foothold.
Key Features
One-piece Q235 steel sheet, slit and stretched into diamond mesh
Lightweight grating panel with high strength-to-weight ratio
Raised strand surface for slip resistance underfoot
Openings allow drainage and debris fall-through
Common 20" x 48" scaffold panel size
Hot-dip galvanized for outdoor durability
Suitable for scaffold platforms, walkways, stair treads and mezzanines
ISO 9001 quality with FOB Shanghai delivery
Expanded metal grating is made from a single steel sheet that is slit and stretched into a mesh of raised strands. The diamond openings keep the panel light, allow water and small debris to fall through, and give the surface a raised grip pattern that resists slipping underfoot. In scaffolding it is laid over ledgers or transoms as a platform deck, or used for access walkways, stair treads and mezzanine flooring. The 20" x 48" panel listed here has 6 mm strand thickness, 5.5 mm strand width and weighs 8 kgs. ACE SCAFFOLD expanded metal grating is hot-dip galvanized for outdoor durability and manufactured under ISO 9001 quality with FOB Shanghai delivery.
Expanded metal grating is a single-sheet mesh panel created by cutting and stretching steel. The process leaves continuous strands and diamond openings, giving the panel strength without the weight of a solid plate.
Diamond Mesh Construction
Slitting and stretching a flat sheet produces a three-dimensional mesh. The raised strands act as stiffeners, while the diamond openings let water, light and small debris pass through — useful for outdoor platforms and multi-level walkways.
Slip-Resistant Surface
The raised strands create a ridged walking surface that gives boots better grip than smooth steel plate, even when the panel is wet or dusty.
20" x 48" Standard Panel
The table lists a common scaffold panel size: 20" x 48" with 6 mm strand thickness, 5.5 mm strand width and 8 kgs unit weight. Other panel sizes and strand gauges are available on request.
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Expanded Metal Grating Specifications
Description
Strand thickness
Strand width
Weight
Expanded Metal Grating 20" x 48"
6mm
5.5mm
8 kgs
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is expanded metal grating?
Expanded metal grating is a steel sheet that has been slit and stretched into a diamond-shaped mesh. It is used as a lightweight, high-grip surface for scaffold platforms, walkways, stair treads and mezzanines.
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What is the size and weight of this expanded metal grating?
The table lists a 20" x 48" panel with 6 mm strand thickness, 5.5 mm strand width and a unit weight of 8 kgs.
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Why use expanded metal grating instead of solid plate?
It is lighter, lets water and small debris pass through the openings, and the raised strands give better slip resistance than a smooth solid surface.
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What material is expanded metal grating made from?
ACE SCAFFOLD expanded metal grating is made from Q235 steel and finished with a hot-dip galvanized coating for strength and corrosion resistance.
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Where is expanded metal grating used?
It is used for scaffold platform decks, access walkways, stair treads, mezzanine flooring and maintenance platforms where drainage and grip are important.
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Can expanded metal grating be cut to size?
Yes. Panels can be sheared or band-sawn to fit irregular platform shapes. Contact us with your dimensions and quantity for custom sizing.
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Is expanded metal grating reusable?
Yes. The galvanized steel mesh is durable and can be lifted, relocated and reused across multiple projects.
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Does expanded metal grating meet scaffold standards?
ACE SCAFFOLD expanded metal grating is manufactured under ISO 9001 quality management and is suitable for use in systems compliant with EN 12810 / EN 12811, ANSI, AS/NZS 1576 and OSHA.
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Can I order custom strand thickness or panel sizes?
Yes. ACE SCAFFOLD offers OEM/ODM services including custom strand thickness, strand width, panel dimensions and surface treatments. Contact us with your project requirements.
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How is expanded metal grating installed on a scaffold?
Panels are laid over ledgers or transoms and secured at the edges with hook-on, bolted or welded retaining clips depending on the scaffold system and local practice.
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What is the difference between expanded metal grating and bar grating?
Expanded metal grating is a single sheet stretched into mesh. Bar grating is built from separate bearing bars and cross bars. Expanded metal is usually lighter and more economical for platform decking.
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Can expanded metal grating support scaffold loads?
Yes, when the correct strand thickness and support spacing are selected. The 6 mm strand, 5.5 mm width panel listed here is rated for typical scaffold platform loads with appropriate support centers.
