Stainless steel mesh is used to screen a variety of materials. Metal powders, sand, chocolate powder, flour, toner powder, sugar, pharmaceutical powders, and adhesives all require screening. While many materials can be used to manufacture mesh, nickel-containing stainless steel mesh offers significant advantages in both production and maintenance. The pharmaceutical industry is the largest market for stainless steel mesh, followed by the food industry. The majority of our stainless steel mesh is 314 and 316 stainless steel. 316 is considered a more hygienic grade because it is less likely to react with pharmaceutical powders and foods such as flour, dried ingredients, tea, artificial sweeteners, condiments, and spices. Both the mesh and the machine are constructed of stainless steel and must withstand harsh weather, chemical attack, abrasion, acidic ingredients and corrosive reagents, harsh chemical cleaning agents, and hot water. Among the coarsest products being screened are metal powders. Stainless steel withstands the abrasive effects of these materials and cleaning agents well. Stainless steel is much more durable than nylon when screening abrasive products like metal powders or ceramics. Its rigidity makes it better at preventing oversized materials from becoming stuck or wedged as they pass through the mesh. It also maintains its specific size even under high-temperature operation and high-water temperatures during washing. These harsh conditions can cause synthetic mesh to shrink and become brittle. Because stainless steel cleans well and resists rusting, the same stainless steel mesh can be used to handle a variety of different materials and colors. For example, chocolate powder can be a nuisance for cleaning personnel. After cleaning, synthetic mesh soft covers may not dry completely, and residual moisture can cause materials to adhere to the cover during the next production run. This problem does not occur with stainless steel mesh. Stainless steel mesh also does not generate static electricity during production, a problem that sometimes occurs with synthetic mesh. In terms of longevity, the durability of stainless steel mesh is product-specific and depends on the operating environment. However, if properly cared for, it can last almost indefinitely. "When it comes to mesh, I haven't found a better material than stainless steel." Synthetic materials may be cheaper in the short term, but 20 to 30 pieces may be replaced per month, while stainless steel wire mesh only needs to be replaced every six months. Stainless steel can indeed be used for a longer time.