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Welded wire mesh is used primarily as railing infill and fencing due to its durable nature. They offer support to the railing itself and act as a barrier for people or objects. Moreover, they offer aesthetic benefits due to their design. Due to these...

Wire mesh is used extensively in many areas such as millwork and cabinetry. Similarly, a woven wire mesh is used in architectural installations inside and outside the building. But how will this type of wire mesh work on a bridge? In this blog, the...

Skot started his metal artist/metalworking career in May of 1994 after coming to the realization that he needed a change from his previous bartending job. He was able to rent his own space from his mechanic, using only a Mig welder from his neighbour as...

Woven wire mesh is versatile in terms of application. Made by weaving wires to form a grid-like pattern, they are used extensively in construction as infill panels. For those who are a novice to all things construction, terms like cladding, facade and...

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Perforated metal is manufactured by punching or drilling uniform patterns on sheet metal. It makes the sheet lighter as well as provides an aesthetic touch. Hence, it is used extensively in architecture as facades, suspended ceilings, treads for stairs,...

Wire mesh is used for numerous applications. However, for some specialized applications such as screen printing and filtration, tensile bolting cloth is used. In this blog post, the basics of tensile bolting cloth, its uses and some features will be...

  In 2018, on Thursday October 11th during rush hour at Union Station, a chunk of concrete debris fell from above striking a woman in the head. Ferrier Wire was immediately contacted following the incident by a contractor working with Union station...

Chicken wire is a versatile solution for many applications around the home. Made of thin, stainless steel wires in a hexagonal pattern, they are even used in construction to reinforce concrete. However, many homeowners have questions regarding the material....

Woven wire mesh, created by weaving thin metallic wires to create a grid-like pattern is an integral part of cabinetry and millwork. It is also used in automotive grilles. In this blog post, the basics of automotive grilles and the functions and benefits...