SCREENS: Mesh Stretching Systems

Screen mesh stretching equipment
We stock the best tools to give you on-site ability to stretch high tension screens.
There are both manual and pneumatic mesh-stretchers, plus adhesives and tensionometer,
We also have a variety of meshes and aluminum frames to choose from.
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Diamond Chase Mechanical Screen Stretcher

Tension QuikTM
This method of mesh stretching has stood the test of time. With only a low price investment and some practice, this stretching device can give you the quality of a  system ten times the cost. The four side-bars adjust to handle all frame sizes from the Max O.D. and smaller. It's floating lock rod design allows active corner softening throughout process. Excellent choice when re-stretching needs are not high volume.

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  Tension Quik Stretcher 25"x25" Max O.D. with Keystone Tool Kit  $315.00
  Tension Quik Stretcher 25"x36" Max O.D. with Keystone Tool Kit  $378.80
  Tension Quik Stretcher 25"x48" Max O.D. with Keystone Tool Kit  $438.80
  Tension Quik Stretcher 36"x36" Max O.D. with Keystone Tool Kit  $432.00
  Tension Quik Stretcher 36"x48" Max O.D. with Keystone Tool Kit  $512.20
  Tension Quik Stretcher 48"x48" Max O.D. with Keystone Tool Kit  $581.80
ChemConAdhesive
C.A. Instant-Set Screen Mesh Adhesives

Cyano-Acrylate Instant Set Adhesives give you the fastest way to bond tensioned mesh to your frame

100cps realtively thin and is best for fine mesh counts 200 and higher
300cps is an all-around good viscosity for a broad range of counts 66 to 305 

Apply the adhesive onto stretched mesh in contact with the frame and spread it out evenly. 
Spray the surface  with the Chemcon Accelerator and it instantly cures to a hard surface bond.


  Chemcon 100 Instant-set Mesh Adhesive 16oz  $45.14
  Chemcon 300 Instant-set Mesh Adhesive 16oz  $45.14
  Chemcon Aerosol Accelerator 10oz can  $14.00
RhinoT300stretcher
RhinoTech Pneumatic Screen Stretchers

This system affords the best of results in the shortest amount of time. It runs on your source of compressed air to quickly stretch all sides at once: separate control knobs for X/Y axi. Frame sizes at or less than the Max O.D. can be stretched. You can also soften corners throughout the tensioning process. Floor stand versions are available, but not shown.

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  Rhinostretch 36"x36" Max O.D. Tabletop Model  $2,045.00
  Rhinostretch 48"x48" Max O.D. Tabletop Model  $3,585.00
RSTModelGMeter
RST Model G Screen Mesh Tensionmeter

Control of mesh tension is important, and the highest reasonable minimum level should be maintained.   With a Tension Meter you have a way to gauge and set standards regardless of type of screen system used.   Highly accurate instrument comes with its own carrying case, certification and test plate included.  Once per year recalibration service is available.


  RST Model G Tensionmeter  $399.00 $399.00 On Sale!
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MBX Frame Cleaning Power Tool
Amazing power tool rapidly removes mesh and adhesive from frame. Leaves a "sandblast"-like surface for perfect rebonding. No surface heating or adhesive clogged grinding discs. Coarse particle waste residue, no clouds of fine dust. Cleaning heads are easily resharpened.
  MBX Frame Cleaning Electric Power Tool + 2 Cleaning Heads  $459.00 $425.00 On Sale!
  MBX Replacement Brush Head - Medium Belt, 43 mm, 6 clusters, .05 wire, bent tip - EACH  $19.95