If you are looking for a solution to ambient noise and/or unsightly wires or piping in your space consider contacting Diamond Manufacturing to discuss perforated metal options for your ceiling.

If a designer wanted to build an attractive and functional structure such as a custom shaped reception desk, perforated metal could be used. The metal could be customized to a pattern that would please the client (perhaps a variant of their logo) and could support the weight and everyday use that a reception desk would need to withstand. The same would hold true for a sculptor or artist who wished to make a large scale installation piece. In using perforated metal, the artist would need to understand and make proper use of the material’s weight, weight-holding capabilities, sound-absorption or reverberation level, and other capacities.

Not only does Diamond Manufacturing offer a variety of standard perforated patterns that could be used for decorative purposes, but we are also able to make customized patterns to fulfill almost any imagined design need. We look forward to helping you find or create the best pattern for your project.

A specific application involves using perforated metal as a screen that controls the light that enters a space. Designers or architects may seek out this type of material for a living or office space where the light levels could affect those using the space. The perforated material would act as a filter to control the light streaming into the space.

Another specific application use for architectural metal includes being a light barrier between two areas. This includes using architectural metal in a railing. If solid metal were used, the railing may be too heavy for the structure and users of the space would not be able to see through the sides. Perforated metal would allow for more visibility and less weight on the structure below, whether it be a ramp or stairwell.

Perforated metals are also used to cover things for their or human protection. In the case of radiator, which can heat up to be hot to the touch, a perforated metal covering could protect against accidents that could burn people, while allowing air to flow around the radiator.

If you would like to discuss your needs in regard to architectural metal, please contact us.

Diamond Manufacturing can produce thousands of different perforated patterns that solve a variety of needs. The blog posts that follow in this series will cover specific applications of perforated materials.

Green Architecture, the industry term for building with materials that are Earth-friendly, encompasses a number of different parts of an application. The design of the building itself, the materials used in construction, the process of putting the materials together, and the disposal of excess or scrap materials from the construction. Ultimately, all steps and materials used would be safe for the environment and easily recycled when that time came. Additionally, material used could have been recycled already from a different project’s materials.

If you would like to discuss opportunities available to you that can help promote sustainability, reduce depletion of resources due to recyclability, and the array of products that have been recycled already, please contact a Diamond Manufacturing representative today.

Wishing you a Happy Earth Day and Earth Week!

-Diamond Manufacturing

Perforated sheets typically begin as perforated coils that have been flattened. Their widths run up to 60” and length is typically maxed out at 250” due to shipping constraints. Depending on client preference, perforated sheets can be delivered with blank areas, fully perforated, or with margins.

Please contact Diamond Manufacturing to discuss your production requirements in regard to perforated sheet metal. We look forward to helping you with your perforated needs no matter what form is needed for your application.

Due to the varied needs of clients, this proprietary process makes sure to accommodate hole size variation – whether you need them all the same size or varied at specific rations. Additionally, the ends of perforated tubes can be straight or flared and they generally are made within 6” diameter and 30” of length.

Although Diamond Manufacturing has experience producing perforated tubes of just about any type of metal, in just about any level of thickness, you may wish to view our perforated tube tolerances guideline on our website to learn about specific offerings in this perforated form type.

If you are interested in learning more about the perforated tube form of perforated metals, or about the other two forms, coil or sheet, please contact Diamond Manufacturing to discuss your specific application needs.

Perforated metal delivered as perforated coil is useful for automated production operations, such as those performed by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Perforated coils enable faster production. The reduced handling of sheet material due to usage of perforated coils is appreciated by many OEMs.

If you are interested in learning more about perforated coil, please contact Diamond Manufacturing to discuss the perforation process and details on tolerances and other options.

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The summary report on the tests conducted covers two acoustical capabilities of perforated metals:

1. Allowing a maximum amount of sound to pass through
2. Ability to alternate specific, narrow frequency ranges

The first capability is useful in the principal acoustical application of perforated metals: using the perforated metal as a facing for another layer. This ability allows the second layer material to absorbe the sound. The second capability in regard to frequency ranges, is extremely important for applications involving a Tuned Resonant Absorber.

The tests conducted had two major objectives:

1. To determine which specifications would provide a high degree of sound transparency through perforated metal.
2. To demonstrate Tuned Resonant Absorbers theories set forth by Dr. Theodore Schultz.

Again, please view our website or request a copy of the comprehensive guide if you wish to learn more about acoustical applications of perforated materials. We also encourage you to Contact Us with any questions you may have.