Welded Wire Mesh Philippines

What is Welded Wire Mesh?

Welded wire mesh is manufactured by arranging wires in a grid pattern — horizontal and vertical strands crossing at right angles — and fusing them together at every intersection using an electrical resistance welding process. The result is a rigid, dimensionally consistent panel or roll where every joint is permanently bonded, not just woven or twisted.

This welded construction sets it apart fundamentally from woven wire products like cyclone wire (chain-link). Because the wires are fused at each junction rather than interlocked mechanically, welded wire mesh holds its shape under load and does not unravel or distort when cut. You can trim a sheet or roll to any length and the cut edge stays clean and stable — no progressive unraveling, no loose ends spreading through the mesh. This makes it far easier to work with on-site and allows it to maintain structural integrity in applications where the mesh bears direct pressure or load.

Welded wire mesh is available in two primary material variants suited to different applications. Galvanized welded wire has a zinc coating applied either before or after welding, giving it strong resistance to rust and corrosion — ideal for outdoor, humid, and exposed environments. Black iron welded wire is uncoated, making it more economical and well-suited to applications where the mesh will be embedded in concrete or used indoors, where the environment provides natural protection against corrosion.

Welded Wire Mesh Specifications

We supply welded wire mesh in a range of standard sizes and gauges for common Philippine applications. Custom sizes are available on request.

Custom mesh openings, gauges, and sheet sizes are available. Contact us with your specifications for a quote.

Common Applications in the Philippines

Welded wire mesh is one of the most versatile wire products in construction, agriculture, and industry. Common uses across the Philippines include:

• Concrete reinforcement. Heavier-gauge welded wire mesh is used as a substitute for or supplement to traditional steel matting in light concrete work — floor screeds, precast panels, thin slabs, and pathways. Its rigid grid maintains exact spacing during the pour, distributing tensile load uniformly through the hardened concrete.
• Animal enclosures — poultry, hog, and rabbit. The most common use in rural and semi-urban Philippines. ½-inch and 1-inch galvanized welded wire mesh is the standard material for chicken coops, piggery stalls, and rabbit hutches. The welded joints hold up to animal pressure and regular cleaning better than woven wire, and galvanization extends service life in the damp conditions typical of animal housing.
• Window and door guards. Welded wire mesh is widely used as security grilles on windows and door openings of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Its rigidity and uniform appearance make it more suitable for this application than flexible woven wire alternatives.
• Garden fencing and trellises. Lightweight galvanized welded wire mesh is popular for garden borders, vegetable plot enclosures, and climbing plant support structures. It is easy to cut, shape, and attach to posts, and the galvanized finish holds up to soil contact and regular watering.
• Industrial partitions. Factories, warehouses, and storage facilities use welded wire mesh panels to create internal partitions, cage storage areas, equipment enclosures, and safety barriers. Heavier gauge panels provide a robust and transparent divider that allows airflow and visibility while controlling access.
• Gabion filling. Gabion baskets — wire containers filled with rock or rubble used for retaining walls, erosion control, and riverbank protection — are sometimes filled using welded wire mesh panels as internal dividers or faced with welded wire for a more uniform appearance than stone alone.

Welded Wire vs. Steel Matting — What's the Difference?

These two products are frequently confused because both are welded wire grid products. The key difference is wire gauge and intended application. Steel matting is a structural product designed specifically for concrete reinforcement in floors, slabs, and walls — it uses heavier wire, is sold in rigid flat sheets, and is engineered to meet structural load requirements. Welded wire mesh spans a broader range of gauges and is used across fencing, enclosures, and light reinforcement, where structural loads are lower and flexibility of sizing is more important.

If you need wire mesh for concrete slab reinforcement, view our Steel Matting product page →

Galvanized vs. Black Iron Welded Wire

Choosing between galvanized and black iron welded wire comes down to the environment the mesh will be used in and how long it needs to last without maintenance.

Choose galvanized welded wire for any application involving outdoor exposure, humidity, or regular moisture contact. The zinc coating provides a durable barrier against rust that is essential in the Philippine climate — where high year-round humidity and seasonal rains accelerate corrosion of uncoated steel. Galvanized mesh is the right choice for animal enclosures, garden fencing, outdoor partitions, window guards, and any installation that will remain exposed to the elements. The higher upfront cost is recovered through significantly longer service life and lower maintenance.

Choose black iron welded wire when the mesh will be embedded in concrete or used in dry, protected indoor environments. Concrete provides an alkaline environment that naturally inhibits steel corrosion — rebar and wire reinforcement embedded in a proper concrete pour do not require galvanization because the concrete itself acts as the protective barrier. Black iron welded wire is also appropriate for temporary installations or indoor fabrication work where rust is not a concern and lower cost per roll is the priority.

Why Buy Welded Wire Mesh from Una Wire?

• Uniform weld quality. Every intersection on our welded wire mesh is electrically fused to a consistent standard — no skipped welds, no weak joints. The structural integrity of the mesh depends on the quality of each bond, and consistent welding is what separates a product that performs from one that fails in the field.
• Consistent gauge sizing. The wire gauge you order is the wire gauge you receive. We hold dimensional tolerances tightly across production runs, ensuring predictable performance whether you are engineering a concrete mix or sizing an animal enclosure.
• Available in bulk and per sheet or roll. We supply welded wire mesh at any scale — from a single roll for a small fencing project to full truckloads for large construction contracts or farm installations. Contact us to discuss volume pricing for large orders.

How to Order

Getting welded wire mesh from Una Wire is simple. Here are the three steps:

1. Call us or submit the quote form. Reach us at (02) 8260-0181 or use the contact form on this page. Let us know the mesh opening, wire gauge, coating (galvanized or black iron), and quantity you need.
2. Confirm specifications and quantity. We will confirm available stock, pricing, and lead time based on your requirements. For custom sizes or large quantities, our team will advise on the best production and delivery schedule.
3. Arrange delivery or Quezon City pickup. We deliver to Metro Manila and nearby provinces, or you can collect directly from our factory in Balingasa, Quezon City at a time that suits your project timeline.