What Is Architectural Wedge Wire?

Architectural wedge wire is a form of welded or profiled wire screening engineered for structural and aesthetic applications. It consists of precision-welded V-shaped (wedge) profile wires supported by cross bars. While traditionally used in filtration and industrial processing, wedge wire is increasingly embraced in architecture for its clean lines, strength, and versatility.
Locker Architectural Ltd. supplies high-specification wedge wire profiles that enhance a building’s functionality and design integrity. Whether for modern façades, HVAC grilles, secure flooring or suspended ceiling elements, wedge wire delivers on both appearance and performance.

Walkways and Gratings

Due to its high load-bearing capacity and slip resistance, wedge wire is ideal for functional walkways and gratings in both commercial and industrial settings. Applications include:

• Plant platforms and access ways
• External public staircases
• Interior mezzanine floors
• Drainage covers in courtyards or plazas

Locker’s wedge wire panels can be manufactured to suit exact load ratings, including heel-proof options for pedestrian safety.

Benefit: The wedge profile helps shed debris while maintaining good drainage — ideal for areas exposed to rain or foliage.

HVAC Grilles in Walls, Floors and Ceilings

Wedge wire grilles are an ideal choice for enhancing air conditioning, heating, and ventilation ducts, offering a combination of style, strength, and performance:

• Elevated Aesthetics: With clean lines and a modern, uniform appearance, wedge wire grilles contribute to a high-end architectural finish in both commercial and industrial interiors.
• Exceptional Durability: Made from stainless or mild steel, they provide excellent resistance to corrosion, impact, and wear—ensuring long-term reliability in demanding environments.
• Improved Functionality: Precisely spaced slots allow for effective airflow control and filtration, helping to optimise system efficiency and maintain indoor air quality.

Ceilings and Soffits

Suspended ceilings made with architectural wedge wire create a bold, uniform finish. They're practical too — offering:

• Discreet airflow for HVAC
• Integration with lighting or acoustic panels
• Resistance to warping, fire, and discolouration

Ideal for entrances, atriums, transport stations, and retail interiors.

Tailored to Performance and Design

Locker’s in-house team can customise:

• Slot size (aperture)
• Support bar spacing
• Orientation (horizontal/vertical)
• Panel dimensions
• Framing and mounting systems

Customisation ensures optimal performance for airflow, screening, light filtration and drainage — especially important in ventilation, façade and suspended applications.

Example: In a multi-storey car park cladding project, horizontal wedge wire panels with 10mm apertures achieved ideal ventilation while providing privacy from the street.

Installation Support and Services

Locker offers full project support including:

• In-house CAD and 3D modelling
• Fabrication and pre-assembly
• Custom mounting systems
• Site delivery and fitting guidance

Our systems include tensioned fixings, framed panels, and concealed brackets, engineered for ease of installation and long-term performance.

Built for Longevity and Sustainability

Architectural wedge wire supports sustainable construction by:

• Reducing reliance on artificial lighting and air conditioning
• Enabling passive ventilation in car parks and atria
• Supporting modular construction for reduced site waste
• Being 100% recyclable
• Minimising cleaning and maintenance

All Locker wedge wire products are recyclable at end of life and can be produced from recycled content upon request.

They’re also inherently fire-resistant — an essential feature for cladding or ceiling applications in high-occupancy spaces.

Featured Projects

Twin Sails Bridge, Poole, Dorset

Elios Architectural Wedge Wire was installed as walkway grating on the full span of the innovative Twin Sails Bridge

Makrochem Headquarters, Lublin, Poland

Reflex wedge wire celling grilles provided a modern, light weight ceiling that also concealed the electric lighting, and was easy to install.

Nova Trading Office, Toruń, Poland

Elios stainless steel wedge wire panels used as drainage grilles. This design provided a modern, robust and durable covering for the drainage areas around the building.