During transportation, galvanized welded wire mesh is prone to deformation and damage to the galvanized layer if it is not properly protected, which will affect its subsequent use. From packaging to loading and unloading, each link must be handled carefully to ensure that its quality is not affected.
The first is the packaging link. Reasonable packaging is the basis for protecting galvanized welded wire mesh. Before transportation, appropriate packaging materials should be selected according to the specifications and shape of the mesh. For rolled galvanized welded wire mesh, moisture-proof and waterproof plastic film can be used for overall wrapping, which can not only prevent moisture and rust during transportation, but also avoid direct friction between the mesh surface and the outside world. When wrapping, make sure that the film fits the mesh roll tightly to reduce the shaking space. For sheet-like galvanized welded wire mesh, buffer materials such as foam boards or soft cardboard can be laid between each layer of mesh to prevent the mesh from squeezing and scratching each other, and damaging the galvanized layer and mesh structure.
Fixing and support measures are crucial in transportation. Regardless of the means of transportation, the stability of the galvanized welded wire mesh in the carriage must be ensured. For rolled mesh, it should be placed in a flat area at the bottom of the carriage, and the mesh roll should be tied firmly with ropes or special fixing devices to prevent rolling and displacement due to bumps and turns during vehicle driving. For sheet mesh, it can be neatly stacked and supported and reinforced with wooden or metal brackets on the sides and top to prevent the stacked mesh from collapsing and deforming, and ensure the flatness and integrity of the mesh.
Standard operation during loading and unloading directly affects the quality of galvanized welded wire mesh. During loading and unloading, avoid using sharp tools to directly hook the mesh surface to prevent the mesh wire from being broken or the galvanized layer from being scraped off. For heavier galvanized welded wire mesh, suitable lifting equipment such as forklifts or cranes should be used, and soft slings or cloth should be used at the lifting points to disperse the force and prevent deformation of the mesh surface due to excessive local force. When carrying manually, multiple people should cooperate and handle with care to avoid damage to the mesh structure due to improper operations such as throwing and dragging.
The control of the transportation environment should not be ignored. Try to avoid exposing galvanized welded wire mesh to bad weather conditions during transportation. If there may be rain, wind and sand during transportation, a rainproof cloth should be added to the top of the vehicle, and the rainproof cloth should be completely covered with the goods, and the surrounding ropes should be fixed tightly to prevent rain infiltration and wind and sand erosion. At the same time, attention should be paid to the cleanliness of the transport vehicle. No sharp debris or corrosive substances should remain in the carriage to avoid secondary damage to the galvanized welded wire mesh.
For long-distance transportation, it is necessary to check the status of the goods regularly. At the rest stop during transportation, the driver or escort should get off the vehicle to check the packaging and fixing of the galvanized welded wire mesh. Check whether the packaging is damaged and whether the rope is loose. If any problems are found, they should be repaired and reinforced in time. If the mesh surface is found to be partially damp or slightly rubbed, simple treatment can be carried out if conditions permit, such as re-wrapping, adjusting the fixing position, etc., to prevent the problem from expanding.
The characteristics of different modes of transportation also require targeted protection. If it is transported by road, the bumps and sudden braking during the driving process of the vehicle should be considered, and the fixing and buffering measures should be strengthened; when transporting by rail, attention should be paid to the placement of the goods in the carriage to avoid squeezing with other goods; when transporting by sea, in addition to taking moisture-proof measures, it is also necessary to prevent the corrosion of seawater mist to the galvanized welded wire mesh. Desiccant can be placed in the package and the sealing of the package should be ensured.
During the transportation of galvanized welded wire mesh, each link is closely related from packaging, fixing, loading and unloading, to transportation environment control, on-the-way inspection and protection for different modes of transportation. Only by doing a good job of protection in all aspects can we ensure that the galvanized welded wire mesh maintains a good quality state when it arrives at the destination and meets the subsequent use needs.
