Mesh

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This tea strainer is made of metal mesh
This tea strainer is made of metal mesh

A mesh is a flat, semi-permeable barrier made of connected strands of metal, fiber, or other flexible/ductile material. Mesh is similar to fabric or web in that it has many attached or woven strands. In clothing, a mesh is often defined as a loosely woven fabric that has a large number of closely-spaced holes, frequently used for modern sports jerseys and other clothing.

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[edit] Types of mesh

[edit] Uses of meshes

  • Meshes are often used to screen out unwanted things, such as insects. Wire screens on windows and mosquito netting can be considered as types of meshes.
  • Wire screens can be used to shield against radio frequency radiation, e.g. in microwave ovens and Faraday cages.
  • On a larger scale, in terms of the spaces in between, chicken wire and chain-link fences can also be considered a type of mesh.
  • Metal and nylon wire mesh filters are used in water filtration, and making of beverages such as coffee.
  • Wire mesh is used in guarding for secure areas and as protection in the form of vandal screens.
  • Wire mesh can be fabricated to produce park benches, waste baskets and other baskets for material handling.
  • Wire mesh is the separation medium in vibratory screening units.
  • Mesh is also used as pockets for Lacrosse sticks.
  • A huge quantity of mesh is being used for Screen printing work.There various kind of mesh count is used for different printing.

[edit] See also

[edit] External links

[1] Gerard Daniel Worldwide - Manufacturer and Distributor of Wire Mesh

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[2] Building mesh - Manufacturer and Export of Wire Mesh

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