White-Headed Buffalo Weaver Display
16 Gauge, Black Vinyl Coated 1" x 1" Mesh
When constructing their displays and fencing their walkways, zoos frequently use welded wire meshes that have been vinyl coated. There are several reasons this type of material is chosen. Vinyl coated products are:
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Available in a variety of mesh sizes - from ¼" x ¼" to 4" x 4"
- Available in different gauges - from light weight 23 gauge to heavy 10.5 gauge
- Attractive and aesthetically pleasing
- Very durable and long lasting
- Strong and safe protection for birds and other animals
White Crested Laughing Thrushes Chestnut Mandible Toucan Tawny Frogmouth Owl
14 gauge, black vinyl coated 1" x 2" mesh
Vinyl coated welded wire products can be used in many different areas and for many different purposes including but not limited to:
- Bird displays
- Displays of mammals
- Effective crowd control
- Fences along walkways
- Safety mesh for railings
Monkey cage display panel Walkway fence Observation deck safety inset
1" x 1" mesh
Vinyl coated welded wire meshes and fencing are versatile products that will safely secure and protect your animals. They are also effective as exclusion barriers. Though initially more expensive, their long lifetime and attractive appearance make them appropriate for many different situations.
Do you either plan to or currently use these meshes?
All pictures show the different ways the Birmingham Zoo uses vinyl coated welded wire products. 
