It’s common to think of metal mesh as simply a single sheet of stainless steal metal or an alloy, but in some cases, you may need more than one layer of mesh in order to filtrate certain materials or to protect against volatile elements. At Lawrence Sintered Metals, we can dramatically increase the thickness, strength, […]
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What Type of Filter Should You Use with Your Nustche Filter?
Many different industries use Nustche filtration as part of their process, including pharmaceutical companies, chemical plants, paint producers, and waste water treatment facilities. The Nustche filtration process can protect the health and safety of workers by providing filtration of materials within an isolated environment that requires minimal operator exposure. If you are considering using the […]
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How to Keep Bugs Out of Your Home this Spring
Spring is almost here, but just as the beautiful buds on your trees and the slender sprouts in your garden begin to wake up, so do all the bugs! Spring is a time when you want to throw open your windows to let all the sunshine and fresh air in. Too bad that makes the […]
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Three Things to Consider Before Purchasing Security Window Screens
There might still be a chill in the air, but spring is on its way. At that first hint of warmer weather, you’ll probably want to throw open every window in your home to let in lots of sunlight and fresh air. However, open windows can also make your home a target. To help protect […]
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Why Is It Important to Know the Tensile Strengths of Metal Mesh?
If you are in the market for stainless steel metal mesh and different types of wire mesh, you might notice that many descriptions of different metals and alloys include some mention of tensile strength. Most of the metals used to make metal mesh have good tensile strength, and that’s no coincidence. What is tensile strength, […]
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Understanding the Five Different Types of Stainless Steel
You may know that you want to purchase stainless steel mesh, but do you know what type of stainless steel would work best for your project? There are five different types of stainless steel. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses. Before you place your order for stainless steel mesh, know all your options. Austenitic […]
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New Restaurant Inventory – Where to Buy the Best Fryers
You are following your dream of becoming an entrepreneur and restauranteur by opening your own eatery. Congratulations! This is going to be a big and exhausting labor of love. One of the first challenges you’ll face is obtaining all the equipment and supplies you’ll need, everything from an oven, to placemats, and pots and pans. […]
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Wire Mesh Punching for Your Filtering Needs
If your business requires precise filtering, then you must depend heavily on the quality and accuracy of your filtration devices. For many companies, their filtration system includes wire mesh. Depending on the location of the mesh and the size of the openings, mesh can be used to filter out large debris or even tiny particulates. […]
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Pest Control Companies – Add a Prevention Service to Your List
As a pest control company, you face a singular challenge. Your customers usually only call you during an emergency and then forget about you as soon as the termites have been terminated, the mice have scurried to mouse heaven, and the roaches have been toasted. In other words, your repeat customers are few and far […]
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Decorative Brass Wire Mesh for a New Look in your Home
Brass is a beautiful metal and it can enhance the look and feel of your home. Think about the possibilities for decorating windows, cabinets and railings. A nice new look for your home and added security. Enhance your window projects with decorative wire mesh that suit any project and any décor! If you are unsure […]
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What’s the Difference Between a Fiberglass Filter and a Pleated Filter?
It’s time to change the air filter in your home or in your business. You head out to the store and discover two options, fiberglass filters and pleated filters with wire mesh backing. What are the differences and why are the pleated filters twice as expensive as the fiberglass filters? Understanding Fiberglass Filters Your first […]
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Is Now the Best Time to Start Planning Your Spring Garden
We are in the dead middle of winter, so there’s no reason to start thinking about your spring garden, and protecting the garden with wire mesh, right? Not so fast. Now might actually be the perfect time to start thinking green, even if everything outside looks deader than a doornail. After the rush of the […]
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A Review of Wire Mesh Weaves
Before you put in an order for wire mesh, you’ll need to decide what kind of weave you want. A weave refers to the way the wires are connected together to form the mesh. Different weaves offer unique characteristics to the wire mesh and can affect factors like the mesh’s strength and durability. That’s why […]
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Why You Need to Worry About Pests in Winter
Winter is now officially here. While in many parts of the country the trees are beginning to change color and put on a glorious show, the cold weather isn’t too far behind. We humans can stay cozy by building fires, snuggling into thick sweaters, or just turning on the heat. All the critters of the […]
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Wire Mesh Christmas Decoration Ideas
Christmas is on its way, and so is the holiday decoration frenzy! Already, Christmas displays are popping up in major retails stores. If you really want to trick out your home for Christmas in a unique, special way, consider creating your own decorations. Let’s look at why you might want to consider making your own […]
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Why Use Welded Wire Mesh
Here at Lawrence Sintered Metals, we offer a variety of different wire meshes. You may have a certain project that requires wire mesh, but you aren’t sure which kind of mesh to use. Should you consider Dutch weave, plain weave, twill weave, or how about reverse Dutch twill weave? For many applications a welded wire […]
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Using Metal Mesh Screens to Make a Pumpkin That Will Last All Month
Carving Jack O’ Lanterns is a Halloween tradition, and it can be lots of fun, but it also has its downsides. If you live in a warmer, wetter part of the country (or if you hit a warm spell), your poor pumpkin will go soggy in a few days. No one likes an oozing, squishy […]
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Using Wire Mesh in the Auto Industry
When you actually start looking, you may be surprised by all the places you can find metal mesh. It is used in architecture, in art installations, in construction, pest control, and even the food industry! You’ll also find wire mesh in the car or truck you drive to work every day. Hidden beneath the polished […]
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Please Recycle Stainless Steel Mesh When You’re Done with It
At Lawrence Sintered Metals, we believe that all of us are responsible for taking care of our planet. One easy way to do this is to recycle so that we can re-use products like cardboard, plastic bottles, and aluminum cans. Most types of metal can be recycled, including the stainless steel mesh that we produce […]
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Using Metal Mesh to Make Great Halloween Decorations
As Halloween draws near, you could always pick up a few standard decorations at the store…or you could kick things up a notch and create your own! Your house will be an absolute scream when it includes one-of-a-kind scary decorations. You’ll probably need to load up on hot glue, fabrics, and ribbons at your local […]
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