JIAN-GUO Public Retail Market｜Expanded Metal Mesh Helps Improve Building Insulation And Reduce Heat

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Central, Taichung Taiwan

Case Name: JIAN-GUO Public Retail Market

Models: SKA

Category: Public Facilities

Facing the Challenge of Upgrading Traditional Markets with Shang Kai Steel’s SKA Expanded Metal Mesh. After relocating in 2016, the JIAN-GUO Public Retail Market in Taichung faced new challenges brought by climate change, such as the urban heat island effect, and shifts in consumer behavior. The traditional market building design could no longer meet modern needs. Strong sunlight and high summer temperatures made the interior hot and poorly ventilated all year round. This not only affected the vendors’ work efficiency but also created problems for food storage and hygiene, directly reducing the time customers were willing to stay. To preserve the culture and crowds of a traditional market, solving the high-temperature environment was critical. In the renovation project, JIAN-GUO Public Retail Market chose Shang Kai Steel’s SKA expanded metal as the building facade material. The use of expanded metal mesh helped improve overall public space comfort while keeping the market’s local character alive.

Using SKA Expanded Metal Mesh for Building Facades to Improve Insulation and Save Energy. Shang Kai Steel provided real data to show that after installing metal mesh on the building facade, indoor temperatures dropped by an average of 4–6°C. Compared to traditional aluminum extrusion materials, buildings using expanded metal mesh achieved 24%–36% better energy savings. Shang Kai Steel’s engineers calculated the mesh opening sizes and angles based on site conditions. This ensures that the expanded metal facade can block solar radiation effectively, reduce indoor air-conditioning energy use, and still allow for natural ventilation. Thanks to this smart design, residents in Taichung can enjoy shopping for fresh food in a cooler and more comfortable market environment.

Simple Processing Methods, Stylish Architecture with SKA Expanded Metal Mesh. SKA expanded metal mesh can be easily processed through cutting, bending, and twisting. It can also be coated with different colors to match the overall design of the building. At JIAN-GUO Public Retail Market, white metal mesh was used to contrast with the black roof. The mesh was also cut into irregular geometric shapes and installed over the traditional red-brick walls, creating a layered and dynamic look.

SKA Expanded Metal Mesh: High-Quality Materials and Precision for Fast and Easy Installation. When renovating public spaces, fast construction and installation are important to minimize the impact on surrounding activities. To achieve this, both high-quality materials and low-error manufacturing are essential. SKA metal mesh from Shang Kai Steel uses raw materials from China Steel Corporation (CSC), free of any harmful toxins. With precise production and low tolerance error, each expanded metal mesh panel fits perfectly, making on-site installation faster and reducing the need for adjustments — saving both time and labor costs. Field tests showed that even under Taiwan's extreme weather — high temperatures, humidity, frequent earthquakes, and typhoons — aluminum building facades using SKA expanded metal can last up to 60 years. This proves the strong durability of Shang Kai Steel’s SKA products, allowing the JIAN-GUO Public Retail Market to reopen quickly and operate for a long time with lower maintenance costs.

Multiple Green Certifications: Why You Should Choose Shang Kai Steel’s SKA Expanded Metal Mesh. Shang Kai Steel’s SKA expanded metal mesh has been certified by the Taiwan Architecture & Building Center for New Green Building Technology. After reviewing test data from 24 types of metal mesh, the SKA expanded metal passed daily energy-saving standards. When installed on building facades, it effectively reduces direct sunlight, lowers building heat loads, and improves insulation. In addition, SKA metal mesh received Low Carbon Construction Method Certification from LCBA (Low Carbon Building Alliance), working together with the Building Research Institute under the Ministry of the Interior. Tests showed that when installed on the east and west sides of a 12-story office building, SKA expanded metal mesh helped reduce carbon emissions by up to 8.8%, depending on the mesh model. SKA expanded metal has also completed a full carbon footprint analysis, with transparent reports covering every stage — from raw material sourcing, manufacturing, transportation, installation, to dismantling. If you are applying for Green Building Labels, joining ESG procurement projects, or bidding on government tenders and subsidy programs, choosing Shang Kai Steel’s SKA expanded metal mesh gives you full data and reports, helping you pass reviews easily and meet new challenges in building insulation and energy saving under climate change.