Heavy‑duty steel window well cover with a welded HSS frame and flattened expanded‑metal grate, powder‑coated for durability and designed to protect basement window wells from debris, animals, and snow.

Steel Expanded‑Metal Window Well Cover – Heavy‑Duty HSS Frame – Powder‑Coated Safety Grate Model # WWC885

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    Heavy‑duty steel window well cover built with a welded HSS structural frame and #9 expanded‑metal grate for maximum strength, ventilation, and safety. Designed to prevent falls, block debris and animals, and withstand harsh Canadian winters. Powder‑coated for long‑term durability. Custom sizes available. Made in Canada.

    Key Features

      • HSS Structural Steel Frame provides exceptional rigidity and long‑term durability.
      • #9 Flattened Expanded‑Metal Grate delivers high strength, airflow, and debris protection.
      • Welded Construction ensures stability, load‑bearing performance, and zero flex under foot.
      • Powder‑Coated Finish protects against rust, corrosion, and harsh weather.
      • Safety‑Focused Design prevents falls and keeps children, pets, and animals out of the well.
      • Ventilation‑Optimized open mesh allows airflow and drainage while securing the well.
      • Custom Sizes Available for any residential or commercial window well.
      • Low‑Maintenance Materials that never warp, rot, or degrade.
      • We can customize any size and any color powder-coat finish to match most paint colors.
      • Can Provide Heavy-duty construction locks and escape hatches for large-sized grates.
      • Shapes Available are square, rectangular, U-shaped, half-circle, and custom shapes Designed for metal, concrete, brick, timber, and other window wells

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    Technical Specifications

    Frame (HSS Steel)

      • Standard Frame: HSS 1.5" × 1.5" × 1/8" (38 × 38 × 3.2 mm).
      • Heavy‑Duty Upgrade (for large wells): HSS 2" × 1" × 1/8" (50 × 25 × 3.2 mm).

    Expanded Metal Grate

      • Material: Mild steel expanded metal
      • Gauge: #9 gauge (3.4 mm)
      • Opening Size: 3/4" #9 flattened expanded metal
      • Strand Width: 3 mm This is the industry standard for safety grates—strong, rigid, and ideal for pedestrian load.

    Reinforcement

      • Cross‑Supports: Flat bar 1.5" × 1/4" (40 × 6 mm) welded under the expanded metal
      • Spacing: Every 16"–24" (400–600 mm) depending on grate size
      • Purpose: Eliminates flex and ensures a solid walking surface.

    Finish

      • Exterior‑grade black powder‑coat (standard)
      • Optional custom colours available.

    Load Rating

      • Designed for residential snow load
      • Safe for pedestrian stepping load
      • Not intended for vehicle traffic.

    Available Sizes

      • Widths: 48", 60", 72", 84", 96"
      • Depths: 24", 36", 48", 60", 72"
      • Custom fabrication available.

    Hardware

      • Stainless steel or zinc‑coated fasteners.

    Standard Specs 

      • Weather‑resistant powder‑coated steel
      • Welded HSS perimeter frame
      • Heavy‑duty expanded‑metal grate
      • Safety‑oriented design
      • Improved airflow and drainage
      • Custom fabrication available
      • Easy installation with pre‑drilled mounting points
      • Long service life with minimal maintenance

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