Expanded Metal can be processed in different opening shapes, typically as: standard rhombic shape; heavy type Tortoise-shaped; flattened; and some special shapes or designs. Heavy Type Hexagonal Shaped Expanded Metal, also known as Tortoise-shaped expanded metal, is a heavy-type expanded metal, reinforced compared with the regular diamond shaped expanded metal products. Uses: Heavy type is ideal for uses in plants, ship-making, mineral sifting, flooring, grating, groove cover, conveying, side passages for conveyors and cranes, fences and decoration of buildings. Forms of Supply: Heavy hexagonal shape expanded metal mesh is supplied in panels. Material types available: Stainless steel, galvanized or plain steel.