Plus, a successful 2020 for Connectors and Fasteners
Despite the unprecedented nature of 2020 the construction industry remains robust, and we’ve been working hard to bring you exciting new innovations across our product ranges.
In January our Connectors for Timber and Masonry Construction catalogue introduced the new Gable Panel Connector, a high movement timber frame tie, decorative and heavy duty post bases and an adjustable mini hanger.
Our mascot Rusty advised customers that building requirements only advocate the use of austenitic stainless steel or PVCu beads in UK external rendering applications, not galvanised.
In March we introduced our Premium Fasteners range; Europe’s leading range of superior nails and screws, with structural options, including the new the SSH screw for use with connectors where high load capability is required, and a choice of superior stainless steel fasteners.
The range also features our Quik Drive collated fastening system, now available with a lifetime warranty, launched with a viral video game style feature on social media that saw almost 2 million views.
In May we published our Connectors & Fasteners for Cross Laminated Timber Construction catalogue featuring new structural angle brackets, hold downs, concealed beam hangers, and a timber frame Quik Drive solution.
Autumn saw the release of our popular Building Safer Structures CPD webinar, followed by our Light Gauge Steel catalogue. Included in the range is the brand new LGSSC Splicing Clip, designed to connect the over–sail LGS studs to the primary structure, and the new RCKW Parapet Wall Bracket, designed to resist an over-turning moment at the base of exterior knee-walls and parapets.
“It’s been an exciting year, with the launch of new products across our ranges” explains Sales Director Jon Head. “Coupled with new catalogues and first rate technical and customer support, we have everything you need to build safer, stronger structures.”
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