LinkWorld Fastener

LinkWorld Fastener

Structural Bolts Used in AU NZ Construction

Structural bolts are at the heart of steel construction in Australia and New Zealand. Every beam splice, column base and bracing connection relies on bolts to transfer load safely for decades. When these bolts are carefully selected, correctly installed and…

Avoiding Over Tightening Issues

Over tightening sounds like a “good problem to have” – many installers feel that tighter is safer. In reality, too much torque on a bolt, screw or anchor can be just as dangerous as a loose fastener. It can damage…

Reading Fastener Drawings Step by Step

For many buyers and project engineers, fastener drawings look like a “secret language” full of symbols, lines, and notes. But once you understand a few drawing basics, fastener drawings become one of your most powerful tools for avoiding mistakes in…

How Screws Perform in Coastal Areas

Coastal projects look simple on drawings, but the environment is one of the most aggressive places for screws and other fasteners. Salt-laden air, high humidity, strong UV, and frequent wet–dry cycles all speed up corrosion. When the fasteners start to…

How to Inspect Coating Thickness Correctly

For fasteners and metal components used in construction, solar mounting, infrastructure and machinery, coating thickness is one of the most critical quality parameters. A coating that is too thin may lead to premature corrosion and failure. A coating that is…