Standard / Raised
AMICO Standard Expanded Metal, also known as raised or regular expanded metal, is a versatile material created by slitting and stretching a sheet of metal, forming a pattern of diamond-shaped openings. This process results in a raised, angled surface that provides increased strength and rigidity compared to flattened expanded metal.
Flattened
AMICO Flattened Expanded Metal is made by passing standard (raised) expanded metal through a cold roll press, which flattens the strands and bonds into a smooth, even surface. This process reduces the overall thickness, creates a more uniform appearance, and improves ease of handling and fabrication.
Metal Grating
AMICO Expanded Metal Grating is a heavy-duty form of expanded metal designed for high-strength, load-bearing applications. Made from thicker sheet or plate, it features larger diamond openings and deeper strands for maximum durability and traction. Its one-piece construction eliminates the need for welding, reducing weak points while maintaining structural integrity.

Expanded Metal Uses
Expanded metal is one of the most common materials used in industrial applications. It is valued for its strength, durability, and slip resistance. Expanded metal is commonly used for walkways, catwalks, and platforms, providing safe, stable surfaces that allow light, air, and fluids to pass through.

What is Expanded Metal?
Expanded Metal is a sheet metal that has been cut and stretched with a regular pattern of diamond-shaped openings. The process of creating expanded metal involves cutting and stretching the metal to create diamond shaped openings. This efficient process can yield, in some cases, up to a 6:1 ratio of finished product from the original raw material. This makes expanded metal an ideal material for use in a variety of applications, including fencing, screens, and grating.




