Professional screen tensioning and re-tensioning for industrial screens

Fast and technically correct re-tensioning of industrial screen frames, screen rings and filter frames with new screen mesh or filter mesh.

24-hour screen tensioning service for industrial screens and screen frames
In-house production of filter mesh and large material stock
Correct screen tension and accurate filtration grade
Technical advice adapted to your screening process

Screen tensioning is the professional replacement of worn or damaged screen mesh on an existing screen frame, screen ring or filter frame. The frame is kept, while the screen surface is renewed with the correct mesh opening, wire diameter, tension and filtration grade.

This gives your industrial screen reliable performance again for filtration, separation, classification and control screening.

At Omnimesh, we focus on technically correct screen tensioning for filtration, separation, classification and control screening. Correct tension across the full screen surface is essential for reliable operation, constant throughput and a long service life.

Screen tensioning for fast repair and less downtime

Industrial screens are often critical components in a production process. When screen mesh tears, comes loose, becomes clogged or loses its tension, this can lead to product loss, downtime, incorrect separation or quality problems.

By re-tensioning the existing screen frame, the screen can often be put back into service quickly.

Because Omnimesh is a manufacturer of metal screen mesh and filter mesh, we have a large stock of mesh openings, wire diameters and materials.

This allows us to respond quickly in many cases and even offer a 24-hour screen tensioning service.

Your screen ring re-tensioned within 24 hours

We understand that a damaged screen can cause production downtime. That is why Omnimesh offers an accelerated 24-hour screen tensioning service for urgent re-tensioning jobs.

This service is possible when:

the correct screen mesh is in stock
the frame is technically reusable
the screen arrives at our workshop in time
no complex frame repair is required

Thanks to our stock of metal screen mesh and filter mesh, we can re-tension very quickly in many cases. This limits the impact on your production process and allows your installation to restart sooner.

Which screens and screen decks do we tension and re-tension?

Omnimesh has the technical knowledge, experience and infrastructure to re-tension all common industrial screens correctly, regardless of the brand, type or age of the installation, with diameters up to 3000 mm.

Common applications:

screen decks and vibrating screens
screen rings and round screens
shaker screens and flat screens
ultrasonic screens
screen frames for process and production separation

Our screen tensioning service focuses on precise assembly, uniform tension and reliable operation in your process.

Repair of industrial metal filter elements

Not every filter or screen problem can be solved with re-tensioning alone.

When the filter frame is damaged, the element is structurally deformed or there is corrosion, broken welds or complex wear, screen tensioning alone is not sufficient.

In these cases, Omnimesh offers a repair service for industrial metal filter elements, aimed at making your filter durable and reliable again in the production process.

When do we re-tension a screen ring or screen frame?

We re-tension a screen ring or screen frame when the screen mesh is worn, damaged, deformed or loose, but the frame itself can still be reused.

In that case, the old mesh is removed and replaced with new screen mesh or filter mesh. The existing frame is reused, which is often more economical and faster than producing a completely new screen frame.

Re-tensioning is useful when:

the screen mesh is torn or damaged
the screen tension has been lost
the mesh is dirty, clogged or worn
the filtration grade is no longer correct
the process requires a different mesh opening
the frame is still strong and dimensionally stable
downtime must be kept as short as possible

Which problems can we solve with screen tensioning or re-tensioning?

Industrial screens are continuously exposed to vibration, wear, mechanical load, product build-up and cleaning. As a result, the screen mesh can lose its function over time.

With correct re-tensioning, we solve problems such as:

torn or damaged screen mesh
loose screen cloth
uneven or lost screen tension
wear caused by abrasive products
clogging or contamination of the screen surface
insufficient separation quality
incorrect or outdated filtration grade
product loss due to damaged meshes
quality problems due to incorrect throughput
changed screen specifications after a process change

A properly re-tensioned screen frame once again ensures reliable separation, correct throughput and stable operation within your production process.

How does the re-tensioning process of an industrial screen frame or screen ring work?

Removing the existing screen mesh

The old, damaged or contaminated screen mesh is removed. We take into account the frame, the glued or welded connections and the existing edge finish.

Cleaning and technical inspection of the frame

The screen frame or screen ring is cleaned and checked for wear, deformation, corrosion, weld cracks or structural damage. When the frame is too badly damaged, we assess whether repair or replacement is required.

Selection of the correct screen mesh

Based on your application, we choose the correct mesh type, material, mesh opening, wire diameter and filtration grade. We take into account the product, the load, the required throughput and the process conditions.

Correct alignment and tensioning

The new mesh is precisely aligned and uniformly tensioned. Correct tension is important to avoid deflection, premature wear, poor separation or loosening of the mesh.

Fixing and edge sealing

Depending on the frame and the application, the mesh is glued, clamped, welded, soldered or mechanically fixed. The edge finish must be able to withstand vibration, cleaning and process load.

Final inspection

After re-tensioning, we check the screen frame for tension, stability, adhesion and functionality. This ensures that the re-tensioned screen element can be used reliably again.

New screen frames and screen rings made to measure

In addition to re-tensioning, Omnimesh also supplies new screen frames and screen rings, fully adapted to the original version or made to measure for your application.

Possibilities:

round, rectangular and square frames
compatible with all brands and types of screening machines
dimensions up to 3000 mm
materials: steel, stainless steel 304/316 and aluminium

New frames are supplied with correctly tensioned screen mesh, ready for immediate use.

Materials for screen tensioning

As a manufacturer of metal mesh, we have a large stock of woven metal mesh, screen mesh and filter mesh. This allows us to quickly choose the right combination of material, mesh opening and wire diameter.

We work exclusively with metal mesh types.

Commonly used materials:

stainless steel 304 for general industrial applications
stainless steel 316 and 316L for corrosion-sensitive environments
spring steel for high resilience and mechanical load
galvanised steel for specific technical applications
special alloys on request, such as Monel, Hastelloy or Inconel

The material choice depends on the medium, the environment, the temperature, the load, the cleaning method and the desired service life.

Mesh types for screen tensioning

Depending on the application, we re-tension screen frames with different types of screen mesh and filter mesh.

Possible mesh types:

plain woven mesh
plain weave
twilled weave
Dutch weave
welded mesh
crimped mesh
fine filter mesh
coarser screen mesh
multi-layer filter construction
perforated plate or support material where required

The choice of the right mesh is adapted to the product to be screened, the required filtration grade, the throughput, the load and the operation of the screening machine.

Price and cost of screen tensioning

The price of screen tensioning or re-tensioning depends on several technical and practical factors. Each industrial screen frame or screen ring has different requirements in terms of tension, filtration grade, dimensions and material choice.

The cost is determined by, among other things:

type of screen frame or screen ring
dimensions and shape
selected screen mesh or filter mesh
material, mesh opening and wire diameter
required tension and tolerances
condition of the existing frame
possible cleaning or repair
glueing, welding or clamping technique
required delivery time
possible 24-hour screen tensioning service

Compared with a completely new screen frame, re-tensioning is often significantly more economical. At the same time, you receive a renewed screen surface with the correct throughput, separation quality and operational reliability.

When should you choose re-tensioning instead of a new screen frame?

Re-tensioning is the right choice when the frame is still usable, but the screen mesh no longer meets the requirements. You keep the existing frame and only renew the active screen surface.

Choose re-tensioning when:

the frame is still strong and dimensionally stable
only the mesh is worn or damaged
you want to limit downtime
you want to save costs compared with a new frame
the screen must achieve the same filtration grade again
you want to resume production quickly

Choose a new frame when:

the frame is deformed
there is serious corrosion
welds or edges are too badly damaged
the frame no longer clamps or fits correctly
the application has changed technically
a completely new design is required