Security is an issue for a wide range of businesses, particularly those where goods or data are stored, e.g. construction sites, storage yards and even schools and colleges. There are various measures that can be taken to ensure that a site is protected, including security lighting and CCTV, which should themselves be secured with tamper resistant screws. The best approach however, is to stop thieves from entering the site in the first place, by having a secure perimeter fence. That’s why security fence bolts and fixings are becoming more and more popular within the construction industry. Sec ..read more

Tamper proof screws are designed to be difficult or impossible to remove. In this article, we look at some of the most common types and how they work. Tamper proof screws designed to prevent unauthorised removal or tampering. Their use has increased in recent years to prevent theft, interference with fixtures and increasingly to prevent access to the working parts of mobile phones and other gadgets. Fastenright offer a large range of tamper proof screws here. There are various levels of “tamper proof”. Some screws are secure enough to deter casual interference, others are almost impossible to ..read more

The purpose of a grub or setscrew is to join two objects together. They were first developed over 100 years ago, to improve safety by removing the need for a head on the screw. This stopped the head of the screw protruding, therefore reducing the potential for an accident, particularly when used on moving parts within machinery. Grub screws now commonly have a hexagonal recess, enabling them to be tightened using a hex drive or insert bit, which allows for better torque and reduces the likelihood of the tool slipping out of the screw – as may be the case with a screwdriver. The most common typ ..read more

Open as usual Fastenright is open for business as usual during the coronavirus outbreak and we are still processing and despatching orders as normal. We may experience some delays in delivery which are beyond our control, although we are working with our carriers to achieve minimal disruption.  We are also prioritising orders for customers in the emergency services, medical environments and other critical roles. The health and safety of our workforce and customers is of upmost importance to us, so our premises are closed to visitors and we are following all government guidelines regarding ..read more

Play Equipment Fasteners Barrel nuts and security barrel nuts are an excellent choice of fasteners in the design and installation of play equipment. In this post we discuss the options and consideration when selecting fasteners for children’s playground, park gym or other such equipment. Safety is the primary concern when choosing play equipment fasteners. It is estimated that there are approximately 40,000 injuries to children on playgrounds each year which result in a hospital visit. (RoSPA The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents). Causes often relate to user issues – however a sig ..read more

There are a number of potential reasons why an application would require aesthetically pleasing fasteners, and there are a number of factors in what exactly makes a fastener “look good”. These can include the finish, the drive, whether it fits seemingly into and compliments the surroundings and the base material of the fastener. Materials can range from brass to zirconium and across a range of different colours and styles depending on the material in question, but one of the most visually pleasing fastener materials is Aluminium. Aluminium fasteners have a superior aesthetical appearance and a ..read more

Fasteners and fixings need to be effective, and sometimes their appearance isn’t so important, particularly when they are used on industrial applications or where they are hidden from view. Titanium is a shiny silver metal that is guaranteed to stand out from a distance and provide a quality aesthetic appearance for longer. Not only that, its low-density properties, high-temperature resistance and excellent corrosion resistance make it a popular choice for a range of applications. Applications for Titanium Fasteners Titanium has a high strength-to-weight ratio, is strong and relatively du ..read more

What are permanent fasteners Permanent fasteners provide a more or less immovable solution. Once they are in place, they cannot be removed, even by the person who initially installed them, without causing damage to the application. Permanent screws are also referred to as “one-way screws” as most feature a head which is designed to turn one-way only, so they can be screwed into place, but can’t be unscrewed. Some applications, such as park statues or benches, are designed to stay in place for the enjoyment of everyone, so permanent fasteners or fixings are typically used here, to prevent tamp ..read more

The difference according to a thesaurus is that there is no difference as bolts and screws are regarded as synonyms of each other. Whilst it would be easy to lump all these fixings together (it would make our job easier!) there are actually significant differences which a user needs to be aware of before making a purchase. It is true that, to the naked eye, there does not appear to be much difference between a bolt and a screw. They are both threaded fixings and have a head for tightening the fastener but there is more to it than that. The most obvious way of differentiating between a bolt a ..read more

What is threaded rod? Simply put, threaded rod is just a length of metal rod which is threaded from end to end, hence the alternative name of “all thread”. Other names used are threaded bar and threaded stud – they are all the same thing. Available in a wide variety of types, lengths and materials, threaded rod is one of the most versatile products available for fastening materials together. Typically used to fasten wood and metal objects together, they can also be inserted into wood or concrete, to add stability. They may also be used in plumbing applications. Popular uses for threaded rods T ..read more