Wedge wire is a robust material capable of withstanding the heaviest of loads. It needs no maintenance and is corrosion resistant. Mesh is a great way of achieving clear, open sight lines and it allows light to pass into spaces when used in interior architecture. Wedge wire does not require stiffeners or framing even when used in areas where crowd loading will apply.
Wedge wire handrail is a new innovation. It looks fantastic and is exceedingly tactile. It also offers a number of interesting benefits, particularly when considering part M building regulations. When lit from inside by LED lighting rope it is highly visible. Slotted wedge wire handrails are also specified for external applications where prolonged exposed to direct sunlight can result in other types of metal handrails overheating. Air circulation through the wedge wire slots helps to stop it becoming to hot to touch.
