Below are some common reasons why Tapcons break during the installation process. #1: Generic Tapcon Just because a concrete screw is blue doesn’t mean that it is a genuine Tapcon. Tapcon is the brand name for the original concrete screw and is manufactured in the United States. Many companies sell […]

Originally promoted for fastening applications surrounding steel I-beam construction, the CP-W .133” Step Pin has now been recognized and approved to fasten into a range of concrete types as well. The CP-W.133” pin has been widely adopted amongst contractors who moved away from powder actuated tools. These contracts have since […]

Confast Lag Shield Anchors are designed for anchoring into concrete, brick, and block. Lag Screws are used to expand the Lag Shield Anchor against the concrete, brick or block. Product Features EASY TO​ ​INSTALL: Fast, secure installation EASY TO​ ​REMOVE: Simply turn clockwise and then back the screw out of the […]

“The Confast Mushroom Head Anchor, a one-piece pre-expanded anchor for use in concrete, brick, block or stone, has now joined our online product inventory,” stated Bob Carlisle, the founder and president of Concrete Fasteners, Incorporated. “Customers may purchase this popular expansion anchor direct from the manufacturer and avoid inflated retail […]

Confast double expansion anchors are designed for anchoring into concrete, brick or block base material. Inserting a machine-threaded bolt into the anchor expands the Double Expansion Anchor against the concrete at two points. It is made from Zamac, a non-rusting material, and is available in diameters ranging from 1/4″ to […]

Corrosion results in billions of dollars of lost income across the United States. Determining the best concrete fasteners for corrosion resistance is a primary factor in achieving cost efficiency for long-term maintenance. Fasteners will corrode and may lose some load carrying capacity if they are installed in corrosive areas or […]

The RedHead Trubolt+ wedge anchor is a heavy-duty fastener for anchoring to the numerous concrete base materials commonly found in infrastructures. It features a high strength steel body for dependable results. One of the most significant features of this versatile concrete fastener is that has the approval to meet all […]

The use of the optimal sized bit is important for getting the most effective size and shape of hole required for the Tapcon concrete screw. Hole tolerance is critical, and must be achieved in order to achieve minimum holding values. This is why determining the bit size needed for a […]

Damaging the threads on a concrete anchor during installation is a common cause of escalating costs and diminishing longevity of applications. You must be careful not to damage the threads during installation. Awareness of several basic practices will result in protecting the wedge anchor threads, which will increase cost-effectiveness on […]