Applications of Perforated Materials: The Wonderful Things That Holes Can Do.
IPA member companies can punch a variety of holes into a wide range of materials. The possibilities are unlimited: Round holes, square holes, rectangles, triangles, hexagons, slots, decorative patterns. Hole sizes can range from microscopic to up to more than three inches. Materials that can be perforated can be as thin as foil or as thick as one-and-a-half-inch steel plate.
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Metal Punching FunctionPerforated materials are a reliable method to cover, enclose, divide, decorate or ventilate space. There are many practical applications in modern society. |
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Control PassageAir |
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Special ConditionsPerforated material not only camouflages, it becomes part of the architectural design and increases the visual interest. Perforated materials stimulates minds with basic engineering principles such as aerodynamics, temperature control and the varied uses of perforated material. Other examples of Special Conditions - Uses of Perforated Materials are; Sanitary, Corrosive, Abrasive, High temperature, Low temperature, Light weight, and Low cost. |
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Architectural ComponentsMore companies are taking advantage of the architectural applications of perforated materials. Perforated materials are showing up in hospitals, malls, office buildings, cinemas, educational establishments, airports, subway stations, concert arenas... |
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Product ComponentsThe practical, everyday uses of perforated materials are evident in a variety of products the consumer comes across daily. |