EGLA vs. DOKAWELL

 

 

Many wire mesh specifications used in architecture and design have their origin in industrial applications such as screening and sieving. The industrial standard ISO 4783 for example describes various types of crimps or weaves. In the german translatiion you can find names like DOKA, DOKAWELL or EGLA crimp.

Many of our product names originate from this standard. The abbreviation "DOKA" for example describes the double crimped surface in screen sections, which are generated by pre-crimping (pre-forming) the wires. "WELL" describes intermediate crimps, which provide a strong connection in a wire mesh with large openings and thin wire diameters.

"EGLA" on the on the other hand is a short version for the german translation of "flat top on one side": Contrary to the two rough surfaces of DOKA or DOKAWELL, EGLA meshes have a flat surface on one side.

Technical requirements may demand the use of a certain type. Visually EGLA specifications have a different effect on light reflections than DOKA or DOKAWELL specifications. While the DOKA crimp is mainly used in square openings, DOKAWELL and EGLA are in the first place used in slotted openings. The knuckles of the intermediate DOKAWELL crimps provide single light reflexion points creating a sparkling reflexion image. The flat wires in the EGLA crimp on the other hand create a uniform light reflexion across the surface of the mesh.

With the same wire diameter and opening all crimps will create robust and strong specifications giving you the choice between the use of intercrimped or flat surfaces. Only for very large openings the use of intercrimped wires may be required to secure a proper connection between vertical and horizontal wires. We all advise on a project-to-project basis.

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