[ Mesh ]
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Form meets function: The stainless steel mesh façade of the Bonn Hardthöhe parking structure combines architectural sophistication, technical performance, and sustainability. Photo © N. Kazakov
optimal ventilation, and provides a sense of privacy. In addition, the entire façade cladding offers the highest level of fall protection, ensuring safety for both garage occupants and pedestrians.
Durable and recyclable The selected stainless steel mesh not only offers aesthetic durability but also supports sustainable planning through corrosion-resistant, maintenance-free, and fully recyclable characteristics.
Installed using the proven HAVER MeshLock fastening system, quick assembly was possible despite complex building geometries. The 2.45 m wide, 11.5 m long mesh panels stretch over the entire height of the façade. A solid substructure to absorb the resulting vertical loads is required only at the upper and lower fastening points.
Planning security HAVER Architectural Mesh offers technical planning and design
Light and transparency: Depending on the viewing angle and the incidence of light, the visual effect of the wire mesh changes— creating a dynamic and ever-shifting façade appearance. Photo © N. Kazakov
freedom – from the initial design idea to implementation in detail. Whether as façade cladding, sun protection, or fall protection, Haver & Boecker’ s architectural mesh supports a wide range of urban and safety-critical applications. The façade of the Bonn Hardthöhe multi-story car park is an example of how functional elements can evolve into powerful architectural statements – clear, robust, and architecturally convincing.
Aesthetics with function: The wire mesh LARGO-NOVA 2032 Vario creates a vibrant façade appearance and pleasant lighting conditions inside the parking garage. Photo © N. Kazakov
About Haver & Boecker
The family-owned company, headquartered in Oelde, Westphalia, Germany, was founded in 1887. Today, the company operates two divisions: Wire Weaving and Machinery. Haver & Boecker’ s Wire Weaving Division, with its global network of subsidiaries and production facilities, is one of the world’ s leading manufacturers of industrial woven wire cloth. Its product range includes thousands of different wire mesh types, which can be processed into technical wire mesh products. These are used for screening and filtration in industries such as chemicals, plastics, automotive, aerospace, electronics, industrial and analytical screening, food production, water treatment, as well as for architectural applications.
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