ForgeFix introduces smarter structural timber fixing

ForgeFix is taking smarter fixing technology to new dimensions.

The business - which ranks as one of the UK’s leading distributors of fixings, fasteners and related products such as telescopic ladders and drill bits - has recently extended its TorxFast range of smart woodscrews. 

In addition to multi-purpose woodscrews, the products now available under the TorxFast brand will also include a number of larger screws developed specifically for fixing into structural timber. 

Available in sizes from 7.0 x 65mm up to 7.0 x 250mm, the new screws offer all of the big thinking associated with the existing TorxFast range, only on a bigger scale. 

The numerous intelligently designed features on offer include a spiral shank which benefits from DIN338 technology for a quicker, easier insertion, as well as a partial thread which helps to eliminate the problem of ‘jacking’ which can occur with other screws in timber to timber fixing applications.

TorxFast timber screws also benefit from a dual head design. Roofers, joiners and other likely users have the option of either a Torx head, which ensures a firmer drive and reduced cam-out, or a second Hex head. This choice offers users a range of fixing possibilities not to mention the freedom to fix using their own preferred type of driver. 

To deliver exceptional performance in tough environments and under arduous climatic conditions, TorxFast timber screws also enjoy a green RUSPERT® coating. This ultra-durable finish provides high levels of corrosion resistance and has been salt spray tested to an impressive 1,000 hours.

As a further benefit, TorxFast timber screws also have a particularly coarse thread. This contributes to significantly enhanced holding power when used in timber, fencing or other landscaping applications.

Speaking of the new TorxFast timber screws, Mike Smith, marketing director at ForgeFix, says: “Since its introduction, the TorxFast range of multi-purpose woodscrews has built up a firm following with countless trade professionals and DIY-ers. In fact, most people who have tried the products now refuse to use anything else. 

“The launch of the new TorxFast structural timber screws aims to build on that. Like all products offered under the TorxFast brand, these latest additions combine a range of technical innovations – from a dual head design to a cleverly engineered shank – to help make fixing into wood quicker, easier and more effective.” 

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Caption: Big thinking in a bigger screw. ForgeFix has extended its range of TorxFast smarter woodscrews to include new products developed specifically for fixing into structural timber.

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

Notes to editors:

- ForgeFix is a leading supplier of high-quality fixings, fasteners, drill bits and ancillary items.

- It has over thirty years of experience and a customer base that includes major builder’s merchants, DIY outlets, UPVc and roofing merchants and large multi-site retailers.

- The company sources high quality products from manufacturers across the world and prides itself on complementing these products with an equally high level of customer service, which can be seen in such initiatives as online ordering and next day delivery across the UK mainland.

- More information on ForgeFix and its extensive product range can be found at www.forgefix.co.uk

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