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What is the Difference in Type 1 vs. Type 3 Structural Steel?
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02/16/2018
When we’re talking about structural bolts, particularly ASTM F3125 Grades A325 and A490, there are two...
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Structural Bolt Head Markings
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02/12/2018
The ASTM requires structural bolts to be distinctively marked. These bolt head markings include the...
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Impact Tools or Screw Guns, What Tool Should I Use for Metal Buildings
Admin
02/1/2018
As technology continues to grow and products evolve, we all look for ways to increase productivity and...
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Structural Bolt Stickout: Minimums and Maximums
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01/25/2018
Structural bolt stickout is just what it sounds like – it’s the amount of threads protruding beyond the...
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Structural Bolt Reuse – Can I Reuse a Structural Bolt?
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01/19/2018
Every now and again, we get questions on structural bolt reuse, and the answer is always the...
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White Rust Prevention on Structural Bolting Components
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01/12/2018
White rust is a common problem in the structural steel industry. It is typically caused by improper...
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Torque vs. Tension – What’s More Important in Structural Bolting?
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12/20/2017
Torque vs. Tension: Why Torque is Not a Reliable Means for Measuring Tension Often, our customers will...
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Structural Bolting – How Should I Store Components on the Jobsite?
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12/14/2017
Proper jobsite storage and handling of structural bolting components can mean the difference between an...
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Long Life Fasteners – HARDHATz
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12/13/2017
“HARDHATz,” Birmingham Fastener’s premium long life headed screws, combine the protection of our B-Kote...
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