Ornamental metal

Staircase in West Village Commons at Towson University

This unique weave appears opaque from one angle, and transparent from another.

The thin yet strong 3 dimensional weave of the Banker Wire 3DZ-151 pattern constantly changes the apparent percent open area as the viewer changes their angle.

The wire mesh infill panels makes this University hall a unique meeting place.

Project • By Banker Wire • Universities

Towson University, West Village Commons

Towson University wanted to create an inviting gathering place for students to socialize and study, one that included meeting and study rooms, dining and retail shops, and was infused with the spirit and energy of campus. However, Baltimore based GWWO Architects, designer of the new West Village Commons for Towson University, was also looking for an alternative to glass for the building’s grand staircase and second floor atrium safety railings. Knowing that Banker Wire mesh is a beautiful-yet-functional product, the architects turned to Banker Wire for help. The woven wire mesh pattern 3DZ-151 was selected. This attractive open-weave mesh is near opaque when viewed straight-on, but becomes translucent when viewed at an angle. This fe... More

Project • By Banker Wire • Housing

Altamira Residence

The Altamira Residence was built on the rugged coastline of the Palos Verdes Peninsula with the goal of leaving the land as undisturbed as possible. With a vision to use as many materials and designs that focused on the location and the beauty of the surrounding area, this Altamira residence is a stunning collaboration that honors the original intent of the client and Architect. Marmol Radziner Associates incorporated stainless steel Banker Wire M13Z-145 Rigid Cable wire mesh into this grand staircase design with the Dorland Company fabricating the post and rail. The large percent open area of M13Z-145 allows for minimal interruption of sight-lines out of the floor to ceiling windows to let in the natural light and stunning views of the oc... More

Project • By Banker Wire • Universities

Yale University, Social Sciences Building

Banker Wire's Versatile Spine wire mesh frames were customized to suit the designer's preference for joining a powder coat finished flat bar to the stainless steel wire mesh frame. The Versatile Spine's outside edge had a series of bump-outs that key into the surrounding flat bar slots. When installed, the frames were simply plugged in place like a jigsaw puzzle allowing the two dissimilar metals to be dry fit. Location: New Haven, Connecticut Designer: Koetter Kim & Associates Inc. Fabricator: Berlin Steel About Banker Wire Headquartered in Wisconsin, Banker Wire is the worldwide leader in the manufacture of wire mesh for architectural and industrial applications. Products include highly customizable woven and welded w... More

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Product • By Banker Wire • TW-1 - Woven Wire Mesh

TW-1 - Woven Wire Mesh

Woven on a four-heddle loom, Banker Wire TW-1 wire mesh pattern is our first Twill weave offering. Each wire is woven in an over two- under two manner creating a distinct alternating diagonal repeat pattern when viewed at an angle.The square twill wire mesh pattern opens the door to a brand new dimension in wire mesh fabrics. The densely spaced wires create a low percent open area suitable for all sorts of interior design applications.Percent Open: 27.8% Overall Thickness: 0.130" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: TWTW Weight (lbs/sqft): 2.270 Available Materials: Brass, Bronze, Mild Steel, Stainless Steel More

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Product • By Banker Wire • SZ-2 - Woven Wire Mesh

SZ-2 - Woven Wire Mesh

Alternating satin with shine, this unique Banker Wire weave has a compressed appearance that works equally well as the focus of your design or as a background element. Very strong, and extremely dense but not opaque, this striking weave is often chosen for railing infill panels, cladding, screen walls, and canopies. Bring your next project to Banker Wire, the worldwide leader in wire mesh, and we’ll help you create something extraordinary. Percent Open: 30% Overall Thickness: 0.198" Aspect Ratio: 3.92 : 1 Crimp Style: E1PLZ Weight (lbs/sqft): 2.230 Available Materials: Stainless Steel More

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Product • By Banker Wire • SJD-5 - Woven Wire Mesh

SJD-5 - Woven Wire Mesh

Four different crimps make up this interesting mix of shine, satin, smooth, and rough. The wild differences between crimps blend perfectly controlled when woven together over a large area. Percent Open: 61.2% Overall Thickness: 0.160" Aspect Ratio: 1.47 : 1 Crimp Style: SJD Weight (lbs/sqft): 1.200 Available Materials: Stainless Steel More

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Product • By Banker Wire • S-15 - Woven Wire Mesh

S-15 - Woven Wire Mesh

Inspired by a turn of the century home restoration project that we did, we changed the material from steel to stainless, and made the repeat pattern smaller. Alternative spacing and pattern options are possible. Percent Open: 51.1% Overall Thickness: 0.150" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: E3E3 Weight (lbs/sqft): 1.500 Available Materials: Bronze, Stainless Steel More

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Product • By Banker Wire • S-14 - Woven Wire Mesh

S-14 - Woven Wire Mesh

Slightly larger scale version of Banker Wire S-13 wire mesh pattern. This flat wire mesh pattern could be used for any application interior or exterior. Offered in Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, or Bronze. Percent Open: 24.8% Overall Thickness: 0.120" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: E1E1 Weight (lbs/sqft): 2.450 Available Materials: Bronze, Mild Steel, Stainless Steel More

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Product • By Banker Wire • S-13 - Woven Wire Mesh

S-13 - Woven Wire Mesh

Weaving a flat wire on close centers results in a Mid-Fill fabric with very low percent opening. Nearly a solid sheet of flat wire, the S-13 material is heavy and dense. Slightly larger spaced options are also available... please call. Percent Open: 6.6% Overall Thickness: 0.125" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: E1E1 Weight (lbs/sqft): 3.670 Available Materials: Bronze, Stainless Steel More

Product • By Banker Wire • S-12 - Woven Wire Mesh

S-12 - Woven Wire Mesh

Banker's embossed technology on a small scale. Highly faceted, low open percent area, you've got to hold it in your hand to appreciate the beauty. Percent Open: 21.6% Overall Thickness: 0.105" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: E1E1 Weight (lbs/sqft): 2.050 Available Materials: Mild Steel, Stainless Steel More

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Product • By Banker Wire • S-9 - Woven Wire Mesh

S-9 - Woven Wire Mesh

Utilizing Banker's exclusive embossed technology, the S-9 makes for a nice textured weave with high percent open area. Can be woven in an large range of alloys to suit the designers vision. Percent Open: 63.4% Overall Thickness: 0.140" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: E3E3 Weight (lbs/sqft): 1.250 Available Materials: Aluminum, Copper, Brass, Bronze, Stainless Steel More

Product • By Banker Wire • PZ-12 - Woven Wire Mesh

PZ-12 - Woven Wire Mesh

PZ-12 is a rectangular woven wire mesh pattern that is smooth in appearance. The simple and elegant shape of the plain crimp creates a long and slow wave that is a classic in any design space. Compared to LPZ-62, which has a similar spacing and diameter relationship, it is clear to see how the various crimp styles affect the overall appearance of architectural wire mesh. More

Product • By Banker Wire • P-97 - Woven Wire Mesh

P-97 - Woven Wire Mesh

Very small scale plain crimp, this material reflects highlights from all directions with a smooth, cool wash of light. Percent Open: 45% Overall Thickness: 0.102" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: PLPL Weight (lbs/sqft): 1.042 Available Materials: Stainless Steel More

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Product • By Banker Wire • M44-2 - Woven Wire Mesh

M44-2 - Woven Wire Mesh

Banker Wire’s M44-2 woven wire mesh is a contemporary, high-definition weave with a 4.5-inch square repeat pattern. The M44-2 metal mesh features groups of four wires that intersect in a plaid-like pattern. Banker Wire’s precision weaving ensures that the pattern is properly aligned for a beautifully consistent appearance over large areas. It offers a 77.4 percent open area, easily integrating into a variety of design plans. M44-2 is an amazingly versatile woven wire mesh pattern, recently specified for use in parking garage partitions, space dividers, furniture cladding and more. This weave is a lock crimp pattern. Lock crimps are characterized by straight sections of wire connected by a well-defined “bump” at their intersections. T... More

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Product • By Banker Wire • M33-5 - Woven Wire Mesh

M33-5 - Woven Wire Mesh

The Banker Wire M33-5 is an architectural flat wire mesh pattern that reflects light at all angles. The combination of the large, zig-zag surface of the wire and the proportionate amount of open area makes for a well balanced weave. Available in Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, or Bronze, the applications can suit a wide range of design ideas. Percent Open: 37.1% Overall Thickness: 0.095" Aspect Ratio: 1.00 : 1 Crimp Style: 3P3P Weight (lbs/sqft): 1.410 Available Materials: Bronze, Mild Steel, Stainless Steel More

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