Proudly Sri Lankan · Since 1998
The largest and most established manufacturer of hot-dipped galvanized iron wire in the country — delivering fencing and industrial wire island-wide under the LAXAPANA brand.
Who we are
Lanka Special Steels Limited is a leader in Sri Lanka’s steel wire industry and holds a dominant position in the fencing wire segment.
We manufacture a comprehensive range of galvanized and mild steel wire products for agriculture, construction, infrastructure, industry and homes — backed by an extensive island-wide distribution network and the legacy, stability and governance of one of the country’s oldest conglomerates.
Product portfolio
Premium-grade fencing wire with a superior zinc-alloy bond — our flagship product and the benchmark for galvanized wire in Sri Lanka.
Precision cold-drawn mild steel wire with dependable mechanical properties — the raw material behind nails, mesh and reinforcement.
The only SLS 31:1988 certified GI barbed wire made in Sri Lanka from our own SLS 139 galvanized wire — in one integrated facility.
The strength of hot-dip galvanized steel, sealed in a tightly bonded PVC coating for long-term protection and a refined finish.
Premium barbed wire with a refined PVC finish — built for modern urban settings and highly corrosive environments.
A value-added fencing solution made from our own premium GI and PVC-coated wire — strong, durable and good-looking.
A cost-effective, dependable chain link fence for infrastructure and construction — in commercial or heavy galvanizing.
Specialised high-performance wire from Tata Steel — available in Sri Lanka exclusively through Lanka SSL.
Dependable everyday power for the home and workplace — carrying the trusted LAXAPANA name.
Bright, energy-saving Day Light LED bulbs that last up to 25,000 hours — backed by a 2-year warranty.
A complete range of domestic, agricultural and light-industrial water pumps — from centrifugal and jet pumps to submersibles and controllers.
Quick-drying aerosol spray paint in 61 colours and finishes — from everyday colours to metallic, fluorescent and heat-resistant.
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All productsWhat makes us stand out
Technical expertise, operational efficiency and customer-first practices — the reasons contractors, farmers and industries across Sri Lanka choose Lanka SSL.
High quality standards maintained throughout the manufacturing process.
Raw materials from reputed and reliable global suppliers.
Supported by reliable stock availability.
Efficient production and logistics from order to delivery.
Specific customer requirements met — even for small batches.
Part of a diversified conglomerate with over 100 years of heritage.
Driven by innovation and employee engagement.
Tensile strength, coil weight, mesh size — tell us what your project needs.
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Our consumer brand
Barbed wire, GI wire and chain link fencing from Lanka SSL reach homes, farms and project sites across Sri Lanka under the LAXAPANA brand — backed by an island-wide distribution network.
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Export presence
We export GI wire and barbed wire directly to India and Canada — markets known for stringent import quality — and are among the few foreign manufacturers authorised to export to India under BIS IS 280.
South India, Mumbai, Hyderabad & Visakhapatnam — poultry and fencing applications.
Premium GI wire for poultry cage and fencing segments.
Indirect exports through value-added products under the TIEP scheme.
Recognition
National Gold at the CNCI Achiever Awards 2020, consecutive Gold Awards at the National Convention on Quality & Productivity since 2014, and top honours at the National Business Excellence Awards.
Certified quality
Get expert advice, specifications and a quotation from our sales team — anywhere in Sri Lanka.
ISO 9001:2015
SLS 139:2003
ISO 45001:2018
IS 280:2006