Laser-cut metal screens grow up: where design meets durability

I’ve spent enough time on job sites to know a screen panel can make or break a space. The first time I handled Laser Cut Decorative Screen Panels HJJ-2224, it felt like the rare product that actually solves multiple headaches—design, weathering, installation—without overpromising. And yes, it’s a bit of a show-off in sunlight.

What’s driving the trend

Architects want lightweight, cut-to-pattern metal skins that survive outdoors without looking tired after two summers. In fact, hospitality and retail fit-outs are pushing for bolder perforation ratios and custom motifs, while facility managers quietly insist on coatings that don’t chalk. The Laser Cut Decorative Screen Panels HJJ-2224 line rides this wave with PVDF and architectural powder options, plus metals that behave well near the coast (think 316 stainless).

Core specifications

Model	HJJ-2224
Materials	Aluminum/Al-alloy; Galvanized sheet; Low-carbon steel; Stainless 304/316; Brass
Thickness (≈)	2.0 / 2.5 / 3.0 / 3.5 / 4.0 mm (custom)
Standard sizes (≈)	1000×2000 mm; 1220×2440 mm; 1500×3000 mm (custom nesting available)
Surface treatment	PVDF (fluorocarbon) spray; Architectural powder coating
Colors	RAL or custom match
Origin	Room 2303, Block C, Wanda Office Building, No. 121 Huai'an East Road, Yuhua District, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China

How it’s made (quick process flow)

Material selection → Fiber laser cutting (typically 3–6 kW) → Deburring and edge rounding → Flattening → Optional TIG/MIG frame welding → Pretreatment (degrease, conversion coat) → PVDF or powder coating and curing → QC (dimensional CMM checks, coating thickness per ISO 2808) → Protective film, corner guards, crate.

Testing, service life, and standards

• Salt spray: 1,000–1,500 h per ASTM B117 / ISO 9227 for PVDF; powder varies by system [real-world use may vary].
• Adhesion: ISO 2409 or ASTM D3359 pass (class 0–1 typical).
• UV/color retention: PVDF formulated to AAMA 2605 class performance.
• Fire: Bare metals typically A1 (EN 13501-1) where applicable; coating contribution minimal.
• Service life (outdoor): PVDF ≈ 20–30 years; powder ≈ 7–15 years depending on environment and maintenance.

Where it’s being used

Facade cladding and feature walls, privacy screens on balconies, hotel lobbies, retail ceilings, garden fencing, HVAC covers, stair balustrades. Surprisingly, many customers say installation was “less fussy than expected,” especially with pre-drilled tabs and consistent flatness.

Vendor snapshot (why this model gets shortlists)

Vendor	Lead time (≈)	Certs/Standards	Coating warranty (≈)	Notes
Ares Material (HJJ-2224)	15–28 days after drawing sign-off	AAMA 2605/PVDF capable; tests to ASTM B117, ISO 2409	Up to 20–25 yrs PVDF (environment dependent)	Strong on custom patterns and large panels
Vendor A (generic importer)	30–45 days	Powder to Qualicoat Class 1–2	5–10 yrs powder	Lower price, fewer alloy options
Vendor B (local fab)	7–20 days	Varies; often no PVDF line	N/A or by project	Fast, but limited corrosion testing

Customization notes

• Patterns: supply DXF/DWG/SVG; minimum web width typically ≥ material thickness.
• Open area: 20–45% common; balance weight vs stiffness to avoid oil-canning.
• Edges: hemmed or framed for rigidity; hidden fixing or standoff brackets available.
• Metals: coastal projects often pick 5052/5754 aluminum with PVDF or 316 stainless.

Mini case study

A boutique seafront hotel in Xiamen specified Laser Cut Decorative Screen Panels HJJ-2224 in 3.0 mm aluminum with 70% PVDF topcoat. After 1,200 h ASTM B117 equivalent testing, panels showed no blistering and scribe undercut

Final take

If you need decorative metal that behaves in tough climates and still looks bespoke, Laser Cut Decorative Screen Panels HJJ-2224 is a safe bet. The real trick is choosing the right alloy/finish combo early and locking tolerances in the shop drawings.

Authoritative citations

1. AAMA 2605 – Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for Superior Performing Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels.
2. ASTM B117 – Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus.
3. ISO 2409 – Paints and varnishes — Cross-cut test.
4. ISO 9227 – Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres — Salt spray tests.