Lock Crimped Wire Mesh

  • Maximum mesh stability through locking at every crossing point
  • Regular and precisely controlled mesh openings.
  • Reliable under mechanical and dynamic load.
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Lock Crimped Wire Mesh

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Lock crimped wire mesh is a robust type of crimped woven metal mesh, specifically developed for heavy industrial applications. Thanks to the pronounced locking crimp at every crossing point, the wires remain firmly in place, even under high mechanical load, vibration or impact. This type of lock crimp wire mesh is widely used in vibrating screens, crushing plants, sorting installations and industrial screen panels where maximum mesh stability and structural strength are required.

Thanks to the strong mechanical locking and the possibility of working with larger wire diameters and mesh openings, lock crimped mesh is a reliable solution for heavy-duty screening installations, industrial filtration and structural mesh panel constructions.

Detailfoto van lock crimped dubbel gedrukt gevlochten rooster met grote maasopeningen voor industriële roosters en maatwerktoepassingen.
Close-up van lock crimped dubbelgedrukt gevlochten metaalgaas met vierkante mazen voor industriële roosters, zeefgaas en maatwerktoepassingen.

What is lock crimped wire mesh?

Lock crimped wire mesh, also known as double pressed wire mesh, is produced with pre-profiled wires that mechanically engage with each other during weaving. At every crossing point, a clear lock is formed, keeping the position of the wires fixed.

This construction method creates a strong and dimensionally stable panel that maintains its structure even with larger mesh openings. The pronounced crimp in the wires prevents the mesh openings from shifting and ensures stable geometry, even when the panel is exposed to vibration or variable mechanical load.

Construction and mechanical properties of lock crimped wire mesh

In lock crimped wire mesh, both the warp and weft wires are pre-profiled with a deep crimp. During the weaving process, these profiles mechanically engage with each other, creating a strong lock at every crossing point.

This construction creates a panel that:

  • remains exceptionally dimensionally stable under heavy load
  • does not shift under vibration or impact
  • is suitable for large mesh openings and thick wires
  • withstands dynamic industrial processes for long periods

Compared with double crimped mesh, lock crimp mesh offers even higher stability with larger mesh openings and heavier wire diameters.

Dimensions, mesh openings and supply options

Lock crimped wire mesh is often used for larger and heavier panels. Typical specifications include:

  • mesh openings from approximately 20 mm to 100 mm or larger
  • wire diameters from approximately 3 mm to 12 mm
  • available as mesh panels, custom-made plates or screen segments
  • suitable for mounting in screening machines, vibrating screens and industrial installations

Panels are usually produced according to customer specifications, matched to load, material type and installation type.

Detailfoto van lock crimped dubbel gedrukt rooster met vergrendelde kruispunten voor industriële roosters, zeefgaas en maatwerktoepassingen.
Detailfoto van lock crimped gevlochten rooster met vergrendelde golving aan de kruispunten voor industriële roosters, zeefgaas en maatwerktoepassingen.

Technical characteristics of lock crimped panels

Lock crimped wire mesh stands out because of its robust construction and high structural stability.

Main properties:

  • mechanical locking of the wires at every crossing point
  • maximum mesh stability under heavy load
  • suitable for large mesh openings
  • excellent performance under vibration and impact load
  • high structural strength for heavy industrial applications
  • available in stainless steel 304/316, spring steel, high-grade steel and galvanised steel
  • long service life in abrasive and mechanically demanding environments

These properties make lock crimp mesh ideal for heavy-duty screening installations and industrial sorting processes.

Detailfoto van dubbel voorgolfde gevlochten rooster met kunststof randbescherming voor zeefgaas, industriële roosters en maatwerktoepassingen.
Detailfoto van dubbel voorgolfde gevlochten roosters met ronde metalen draden voor industriële roosters, zeefgaas en maatwerktoepassingen.

Applications of lock crimped wire mesh

Because of its high mechanical strength, lock crimp wire mesh is mainly used in heavy industrial environments.

Common applications include:

  • vibrating screens and screening installations in mining and quarries
  • crushing and sorting installations for rock and minerals
  • heavy-duty industrial screen panels for bulk materials
  • protective grilles and machine guarding
  • panels for conveying and sorting installations
  • industrial guarding panels and safety grilles

Thanks to its strong construction, this type of mesh is highly suitable for continuously operating installations with high mechanical load.

When should you choose lock crimped wire mesh?

Lock crimped wire mesh is the right choice when:

  • large mesh openings are required
  • the installation is exposed to heavy vibration or impact
  • maximum mechanical stability of the panel is required
  • thick wire diameters are needed for structural strength
  • the panel is used in mining, recycling or heavy industry

For finer mesh openings, double crimped or intermediate crimped wire mesh is usually used, while lock crimp mesh is preferred for heavy-duty and structural applications.

Points to consider with lock crimped wire mesh

In lock crimped wire mesh, the wires are pre-profiled and mechanically locked at every crossing point by a pronounced crimp in the wire.

With this type as well, edge finishing requires extra attention. If edge wires are cut too short or are not sufficiently retained, the local locking can weaken. That is why lock crimped panels are often finished with a frame, edge wire, hook edge or reinforced edge.

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