Reinforcing Mesh - Urethane Supply Company

The Urethane Supply Company (Polyvance) 2045W Reinforcing Mesh is a professional-grade stainless steel mesh engineered to fortify thermoplastic plastic repairs. Designed to be embedded directly into molten plastic during the welding process, this mesh provides critical internal reinforcement, significantly enhancing structural integrity and preventing crack recurrence in high-stress areas of automotive and industrial components. It serves as an essential tool for extending the service life of repaired parts.

Key Features

• Durable Stainless Steel Construction: Crafted from robust stainless steel, this mesh delivers superior tensile strength and reliability, providing resilient structural backing in demanding automotive plastic repair areas. It is up to five times stronger than common aluminum screens and offers excellent corrosion resistance.
• Optimal 5" x 10" Sheet Size: Each sheet is precisely sized for practical application in common repair tasks, including bumper corner reinforcement, mounting tab fabrication, and edge crack stabilization, which helps minimize material waste.
• Flexible and Conformable Design: The mesh readily adapts to complex contours found on modern bumper covers, fender liners, headlamp and grille tabs, as well as various motorcycle and ATV plastics, ensuring a precise and secure fit for a professional finish.
• Low-Profile Reinforcement: Its thin and lightweight design adds substantial strength without creating bulk, helping to maintain original equipment manufacturer (OEM) fit, panel alignment, and aesthetic appearance after the plastic welding process.
• Enhanced Repair Longevity: Similar to how rebar reinforces concrete, this mesh significantly strengthens plastic repairs, improving durability and reducing the need for future maintenance or repeated inspections.

Applications

The 2045W Reinforcing Mesh is essential for professional technicians addressing cracked or torn thermoplastic components, particularly in high-stress zones like bumper corners and mounting points. It is highly effective for repairing edge tears to prevent reopening and for rebuilding or reattaching broken mounting tabs on bumper covers, headlamp assemblies, grille components, and interior panels. Furthermore, this reinforcing mesh excels at bridging holes and gaps in plastic body panels, undercar splash shields, and fairings across automotive, fleet, and industrial maintenance environments. It is designed for use with plastic welders and FiberFlex rods.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Urethane Supply Company (Polyvance)
• Model: 2045W
• Material: Stainless steel mesh
• Sheet Size: ~5" x 10" (12.7 cm x 25 cm)
• Weight: 0.05 lb
• Package Dimensions: 5.25" x 3.5" x 0.25"