How is close-mesh different from standard pitch?

Bearing bars and/or cross bars are spaced tighter, shrinking openings and increasing steel weight per square metre.

Does close-mesh affect drainage?

Yes—open area drops; hydraulic designers should confirm run-off where washdown or rain loads exist.

Often yes when openings must limit high-heel intrusion; cite the governing rule set in the RFQ.

Yes with standard venting practices for trapped pockets.

Same span/load methodology as other welded meshes—use released tables.

When zero open area is required, consider composite grating.

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Narrower bearing-bar spacing for pedestrian comfort, high-heel safety and small-object fall-through protection.

Material & finishCarbon steel — HDG to ASTM A123Stainless — 304 / 316LManufactured to BS 4592 / NAAMM / EN

Configured for industrial projects

Narrower bearing-bar spacing for pedestrian comfort, high-heel safety and small-object fall-through protection.

Bearing bar spacing: 15 mm, 20 mm or 25 mm (standard is 30 mm). Narrower gaps prevent small objects from falling through
Bearing bars: 20 × 3 through 32 × 5 mm. Cross bars at 50 mm pitch standard
Used in public-access areas, mezzanines, schools, sports venues and areas where dropped-object protection is required
Material: carbon steel ASTM A36 / S275JR hot-dip galvanized. Stainless 304/316L
Wheelchair and high-heel friendly — meets ADA and EN accessibility requirements
Also known as: mini-mesh grating, ADA grating, pedestrian grating

Bearing bar size, spacing and cross-rod pitch — or known model designation (e.g. 32 × 5 / 30 mm pitch)
Plain or serrated surface
Material: carbon steel HDG / 304 / 316L
Panel dimensions, quantity and bearing bar direction
Cut-outs, banding, toe plate and fixing clip requirements

Manufactured to your project standard. MTC and galvanizing certificates per order. Load tables → · Downloads →

Selection support

Narrow openings prevent small objects falling. Public areas and high-heel safety.

State the operating area, access frequency and any wet, corrosive or public-safety conditions.

Provide clear span, bearing direction, design load, dimensions and required standards.

Include frames, clips, banding, toe plates, railings and drawings in one coordinated RFQ.

Complete the package