Businesses in the wire products category manufacture, process or supply items made from metal wire. Products can include wire mesh and netting, fencing panels, cages, baskets, racks, shelving, hooks, clips, fasteners and formed components. Some suppliers also provide wire in coils or cut lengths, while manufacturers may produce parts to drawings or specified dimensions for commercial and industrial use. Services can include wire drawing, cutting, bending, forming, welding and assembly, as well as coating or finishing to help protect products from corrosion or suit their intended use. Materials commonly include mild steel, stainless steel and, where appropriate, aluminium or other alloys. Customers may be able to request different wire gauges, mesh sizes, shapes and finishes. Products are used in areas such as construction, agriculture, manufacturing, storage, retail and household applications.