Custom Perforated Sheeting Q&A - Arrow Metal

Custom Perforated Sheeting Q&A

What do trains, tigers, and trees have in common? They’re all images that can be turned into perforated sheeting using PixelPerf – our innovative and exciting customisation service that transforms standard pictures into perforated metal masterpieces.

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For project specifiers, contractors, and designers, PixelPerf is the game-changing solution to making a building design unique and efficient. PixelPerf blends art with function, delivering visual impact, creativity, and performance – such as ventilation or shading – in a single product.

The possibilities are endless: An architectural facade of historic photographs, decorative nature-themed privacy screens, or panels featuring Aboriginal artwork are just some examples of PixelPerf projects.

Want to know more and how to get started? Here’s our quick Q&A all about making wow-factor perforated sheeting with PixelPerf:

What is PixelPerf?

PixelPerf is Arrow Metal’s custom perforation service that turns images into perforated metal panels. Using advanced tooling technology, we convert photos, illustrations, logos, or words into a CAD drawing for our precision punching machinery. The result is a perfectly detailed, perforated metal replication of your chosen image.

What kind of perforated sheeting can be created with PixelPerf?

The perforated sheeting design possibilities of PixelPerf range from intricate patterns to iconic images. The most popular themes we perforate include:

• Nature: Trees, flowers, and leaves – especially those that reflect the local area, Aboriginal history, or the building’s environment
• Animals: Local wildlife
• Architecture & Lifestyle: Historic black and white photos of the project location, showing old buildings, the culture, and lifestyle
• Music: Instruments and icons
• Sports and hobbies: Players for sports centre murals, team mascots
• Transport: Trains, cars, bikes, and planes
• Logos or words: Local poems, inspirational phrases, and branding

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Whether you want to connect to the landscape, celebrate a passion, or showcase local heritage, PixelPerf brings almost any image to life in architectural form.

Why choose PixelPerf for custom perforated sheeting?

PixelPerf delivers exceptional attention to detail. Our result is so precise that we can even pick up facial expressions in historic black-and-white photographs – take a look at the Archibald Residences project in Bondi Junction to see the level of detail we are able to achieve, even when the image quality isn’t as high as today.

We will always advise the suitability of your images before any design work is carried out and recommend any image changes to ensure the perfect result. PixelPerf is always a collaborative process between our team and yours.

How is PixelPerf used in projects?

You can use PixelPerf for custom perforated sheeting anywhere you would use regular perforated metal – except your panels are unique, one-off designs for your projects. Thanks to its versatility and visual impact, specifiers and contractors rely on PixelPerf to create:

• Bespoke privacy screens
• Striking staircases and balustrades
• Themed building facades
• Artistic and themed murals
• Decorative wall panels
• On-brand signage
• Architectural fencing

How does the PixelPerf process work?

Creating custom perforated sheeting with PixelPerf is simple:

1. Choose your image: Select an image with high contrast between light and dark areas for the best result.

2. CAD drawing review: Our design team will translate your image into a CAD drawing and send it to you for approval – any changes can easily be made at this stage.

3. Production: The CAD drawing is fed into our machinery software and punched into metal panels cut to your specified size. We can perforate single panels up to 5m in length or punch multiple panels to create a seamless giant mural.

4. Finishing: Add desired effects, such as colour, durable coatings, or metallic finishes. We will advise your finish options based on the type of metal you are using.

5. Quality check and delivery: Your custom perforated sheeting is quality-checked before delivery to your site. Where necessary, we will mark the panels to ensure easy and fast installation.

Where can I find examples of PixelPerf projects?

Have a browse through our Project gallery to explore PixelPerf case studies and see the impressive results. Standout projects include:

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• Team signage at Thuringowah State High School for its new multipurpose hall. We perforated multiple panels to create the giant mural sign featuring the House mascots and school logo.
  

• Perforated poetry at Cowper Street residential development in Granville. We transformed words from celebrated local poet Todd Turner into a meaningful and flowing building facade.
  

• Aviation celebration at Mascot station. We turned historic aviation photos into perforated metal to mark the renovated station’s link to Sydney Airport. What makes this project even more striking is the weathered Corten steel we used to create a realistic aged effect for the mural.
  

Get started with PixelPerf for your project

Create bespoke perforated sheeting for your projects with Arrow Metal PixelPerf. Chat to our expert design team about your images and ideas on (02) or .

You can also download our PixelPerf guide for more information.

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Choosing the Right Perforated Metal Patterns for Your Project

The first thing you need to do when it’s time for this decision is to consider your application. The patterns and other features you choose for your perforated metal will affect the way you can use the finished product. Do you need perforated metal to distribute heat in an area or soundproof a room? Maybe you’re thinking of a completely different function. Know this information before moving forward.

Type and Thickness for Your Material

You need to know the strength and stiffness you require in your final product before deciding on a specific metal type and thickness. Perforated metal isn’t as strong as its non-perforated counterpart, but you can choose from several different thicknesses and materials like aluminum, copper, brass, various steels and more that will help you reach a desired structural capacity.

Thinner perforated sheets are less expensive because there is less material involved and it takes less effort for fabricators to machine them, but low price doesn’t always make them the right choice.

Perforated Metal Hole Types

The type of holes you choose for your perforated metal will affect both functionality and appearance. Our cutting machine has the technological ability to produce some of the most common and inexpensive choices, or decorative shapes that follow:

• Round: For an easy and therefore economical shape that functions well in many applications like air conditioning and heating systems, aesthetic architectural design and more, you could choose round holes.
• Square: This pattern is a good choice if you want to get fresh air and a clear view through the finished sheet. While providing that benefit, these perforated sheets also provide a durable barrier for impact-load resistance and protection against trespassers.
• Slot: Slot holes have long rectangles with square or half-circle ends. Professionals in the manufacturing industry tend to favor these versatile shapes for applications like material screening and sorting — especially with similarly shaped materials like seeds and grains. Slot direction on the sheet is up to you.
• Ornamental / Decorative Perforations: These unique patterns include moire, Grecian and cloverleaf. They are ecstatically pleasing and functional.

All the patterns above can then be custom cut/punched for individual needs.

Perforated Metal Pattern Types

Once you’ve chosen the shape of the holes in your perforated metal, it’s time to choose a pattern.

The most common type of pattern is straight line, with repeating rows that have an identical number of holes as each preceding row. Another option is a staggered layout that allows for offset alignment from adjacent rows. Finally, and less commonly, some people choose non-standard patterns like spirals, stars or circles for unique applications or a design accomplishment.

The pattern you choose for your perforated metal will change the strength, functionality, appearance, cost and time requirement for each sheet.

Need more information to choose the perfect perforated metal for your project? See our 10 Tips for Purchasing The Perforated Metal.

Marco Specialty Steel: Experts at Custom Perforated Metal Fabrication

When you choose Marco Specialty Steel, you’re choosing to have highly trained technicians custom-fabricate your metal. Expect perforations that meet and exceed your exact specifications for quality. We’ll quickly deliver a unique final product to help you get your job done right. If you need help making any decisions, we’ll answer all your questions and provide the information you need.

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