DITCH THE COACH BOLT, GO PRO HEX HEAD AND REDUCE COSTS

As energy and material prices go up and up, fencing and landscaping contractors are watching their profit margins go down and down.

Finding ways to work more efficiently is essential to maintaining profitability – and the Pro Hex Head Structural Screw from Carpenter’s Mate is designed to help you do exactly that.

Pro Hex Head is a direct alternative to the M10 coach bolt that can save significant man hours and costs across the life of a structural job.

AN ALTERNATIVE TO THE GO-TO

The M10 coach bolt has always been the go-to choice for joining two- or three-ply members in structural fencing or landscaping jobs like decking, verandas and pergolas.

Fitting one involves drilling right through the timbers to be joined, before fitting the bolt, washer and nut, and tightening the whole assembly up at the end.

By contrast, the Carpenter’s Mate Pro Hex Head screw is self-drilling, so there’s no need to make a hole first and no need for a washer or nut. All Carpenter’s Mate fixings are also sized specifically for UK timbers so as long as you select the right size, you’ll never need to grind off any excess.

Research shows that it takes just 30 seconds to fit a Pro Hex Head, compared to 2.5 MINUTES for a coach bolt. Across a whole project, those savings can add up to a significant reduction in labour costs.

BUILDING CONTROL APPROVED

Of course, getting the job done faster and cheaper is only a good thing if you don’t have to compromise on structural integrity – and with the Pro Hex Head, you don’t!

Pro Hex Head screws are approved by Building Regulations as a compliant alternative to the M10 coach bolt for load-bearing structures.

What’s more, Carpenter’s Mate have made it super-simple to achieve compliance, using their CalcuMate app. The app has two functions. First, it allows you to work out the number of Pro Hex Head screws you need, and at what spacing, to achieve the required structural integrity. Second, it allows you to immediately download a certificate with all the required data for submission to Building Control if required.

ADVANCED WEATHERPROOFING

Outdoor structures in the UK are exposed to significant amounts of moisture, which can wreak havoc on conventional fixings. That’s why all Carpenter’s Mate fixings are mechanically galvanised and have a LIFETIME guarantee against breakage, rust or rot.

The screw heads can also be custom finished in range of RAL colours for a seamless finish on any colour of timber. Last but not least, every box comes with a free Carpenter’s Mate drive tool for a perfect fit and effortless application every single time.

To find out more about Carpenter’s Mate Pro Hex Head Screws, including where to find your nearest stockist, head to carpentersmate.oscsales.co.uk or call us on 0845 241 9862