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Expanded Metal

Since Oakwood introduced expanded metal patterns to the automotive industry over 20 years ago, it has remained the material of choice. Patterns can be developed to meet appearance and performance needs.
This unique material is also produced for use in front passenger airbag applications where it acts as a combination heat sink and particulate filter during airbag deployment. Expanded metal is also available
for needs in the energy, furniture, and electronics industries.

Oakwood is the number one supplier of expanded metal to the automotive industry.



 
Appearance

Cloth-like appearance
Hole sizes can be customized
Can achieve low gloss or textured look

Performance

Excellent sound transmission
Far superior to plastic for use in audio applications
Customizable open area for airflow and audio
Less mass than competing materials

 



 
Cost

Manufacturing process has no waste
30% less cost than perforated metal
Comparable to plastic hole patterned parts

Service

Strong engineering support
Ability to produce custom patterns
Aluminum coil available for trial forming