BeA announces UK Concrete Show 2016 plans

BeA Fastening Systems, the manufacturer of fastening technology, tools and consumables, has announced its plans for the UK Concrete Show 2016.

The business - which specialises in the provision of solutions for the industrial and construction sectors - will use its stand (Stand L5) to showcase a new innovation able to help manufacturers of precast concrete to reduce their costs and boost their productivity.

Known as BeA Casttec, the new product was officially launched last year at the UK Concrete Show 2015. It has since gone on to be adopted by some of precast concrete’s biggest and best-known names.

Simon Carruthers, business development manager at BeA, explains: “BeA Casttec offers an exciting alternative to magnets, drill and bolts, welding and other traditional methods of fixing structural/architectural inserts and articles to precast concrete forms.

“Unlike these methods, BeA Casttec is non-destructive, saving the time and labour costs of repairing moulds between use. It also makes it quicker to fix inserts and articles, not to mention easier to remove them after use.” 

An adhesive based system, BeA Casttec utilises advanced hot-melt glue technology. It is applied simply, accurately and without the need for primers using a choice of robust, high output BeA glue guns. 

Articles can then be pressed to the form and the high strength, high grab adhesive sets almost instantly. The resultant bond is strong enough to easily withstand the pouring and vibrators used during mould filling.

After the concrete section has set and been removed, structural/architectural inserts and articles can be knocked off using a mallet or similar tool. Any remaining adhesive residue can also be easily removed using a scraper.

Simon Carruthers concludes: “BeA has a track record of fastening expertise spanning more than a century and, thanks to the reliability of our products and services, has become the preferred fastening partner for businesses looking to reduce downtime and increase production volumes. 

“BeA Casttec draws on that experience and technical heritage. Since its launch, the product’s effectiveness and genuine commercial advantages have gained favour with a number of high profile precast concrete manufacturers. We’re looking forward to building on that success at the UK Concrete Show 2016.”

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Caption: Adhesive with advantages. BeA will use the UK Concrete Show 2016 to promote Casttec – a new adhesive system that can help manufacturers of precast concrete to reduce costs and boost productivity.

For more information on this story, contact Wayne Leith at wayne@tpz.uk.com

Notes to editors:

* BeA is a global manufacturer of fastening technology for a wide range of industries including construction, furniture production, automotive, packaging, landscaping, bedding, transportation and many others.

* BeA’s products range from automated fastening systems for modern speed, high efficiency production lines to nail guns, nailers, heavy duty staplers, tackers, pinners, industrial screwdrivers and hot melt technology.

* The business also manufactures a wide range of accessories and consumables including screws, nails, staples, timber connectors, gas fuel cells and compressed air products.

* BeA was founded in Germany in 1910 and has its global headquarters in Ahrensburg. Its UK head office and distribution facilities are located in Woodmansey, East Yorkshire.

* For over 100 years, BeA has rigorously maintained a commitment to technical excellence and true precision German engineering. Its products are tried and tested in applications across the world where failure is not an option. The business is also accredited to ISO 9001 standard and certified by the German TÜV.

* More information on BeA and its extensive product range can be found at www.bea-group.com

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