Summer is one of the most productive and challenging times of year for most construction contractors. Problems like extreme weather, an overly busy schedule, and poor air quality can all cause delays in production and poor overall efficiency. Sometimes these problems can even cause injuries, poor morale, and loss of work.
These problems have solutions. Using the right tools and fasteners, such as BECK's patented diamond coating for fasteners, for example, can help make your season more productive and profitable. The diamond coating ensures reduced friction, fewer wood fibers destroyed, and higher withdrawal values, allowing you to work faster when using nails and staples made with this innovative technology.
Additionally, training workers to stay safe in challenging conditions and following summer-specific protocols are essential steps to overcome some of summer's biggest challenges. See below for more details on these challenges and what you can do about them.
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Pneumatic Nailers,
Scrail Fasteners,
Tools,
Staples,
pneumatic tools,
Staplers,
scrail,
construction site,
power tools,
fastening system,
summer,
construction,
diamond coated,
diamond coated fasteners
As environmentally friendly building methods continue to rise in popularity, so too does timber construction—and that’s because there are few building materials out there that are better for the environment.
With that, timber lends itself well to tools and building practices that are also environmentally friendly. Consider the patented LignoLoc® Wooden Nail System from BECK, for example. These are environmentally friendly, pneumatically driven, wooden fasteners designed to be used in timber construction. Using them, you can create 100% wooden cross-laminated timber panels that are not only green and sustainable, but also thermally sound enough to reduce energy usage in the finished building.
That’s the true beauty of wood. There are multiple ways in which it helps the environment—and we’re going to examine some of these benefits here.
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Tools,
lignoloc,
Wooden Nails,
mass timber construction,
power tools,
fastening system,
construction,
Eco-Friendly Construction,
wooden nail system,
sustainable building,
timber panel
When it comes to structural integrity, there are two key components to consider: The actual structural members themselves—like lumber, steel studs, or concrete—and the fasteners that hold it all together. Fasteners are crucial because the wrong fastener can create a weaker structure or one that fails long before it should.
That’s why we’re going to explore how to make the correct fastener choices for different applications. Along the way, we’ll show you many of the fasteners that BECK offers for these purposes.
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Topics:
Metal Roofing Fasteners,
Scrail Fasteners,
fasteners,
lignoloc,
Wooden Nails,
wood,
mass timber construction,
fastening system,
construction,
fastener system,
concrete,
diamond coated fasteners,
structural integrity,
concrete pins
The metal roofing industry was valued at $23.8 billion in 2020 and is projected to grow to $33.5 billion by the year 2030, partly due to metal roofing's rise in popularity on residential structures. Homeowners choose metal roofing for many reasons: it's durable and long-lasting, it has excellent wind and fire resistance, it's easy to maintain, and it's good for the environment.
If you're a contractor working with metal roofing, it's important to use the right fasteners to ensure your work will last. The SCRAIL® RoofLoc® Metal Roofing System, developed by BECK, can be installed twice as fast as collated screws and includes a leakproof EPDM washer for efficient and effective fastening. Each screw is pneumatically driven with the FASCO® (a BECK member) Roofing Installation Tool using our patented SCRAIL® RoofLoc® fasteners. It makes metal roofing fast to install and built to last. But let’s explore further why metal roofing in general is a wise choice for housing.
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Metal Roofing Fasteners,
Scrail Fasteners,
fasteners,
RoofLoc® SCRAIL®,
RoofLoc®,
Tools,
Metal Roofs,
power tools,
fastening system,
roofing system,
construction,
fastener system,
Eco-Friendly Construction
Landscaping with timber accents has become a popular trend in recent years, due to its ability to add a touch of natural beauty to any outdoor space. However, incorporating timber accents into landscaping projects can be challenging, requiring contractors to think creatively and use the right tools.
One essential aspect of building a timber structure is ensuring that it is structurally sound and can withstand the elements for years to come. Developed by BECK, Jumbo SCRAIL® nail screw fasteners are specifically designed to hold large, thick items in place, starting from a length of 100mm. When working with massive timber pieces, these fasteners are more than capable of getting the job done right, ensuring that your landscape creations stand up to the test of time. These fasteners are versatile enough to handle different types of timber applications, making installation quick and easy.
Let’s explore further how to build outdoor spaces with timber that will look beautiful, function well, and stand up to the elements!
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Scrail Fasteners,
fasteners,
Tools,
FasCoat,
scrail,
collated fasteners,
power tools,
fastening system,
nail screws,
commercial building,
construction,
fastener system,
diamond coated,
diamond coated fasteners,
decking system,
nail system,
durability,
stainless steel,
metal coating
Whether you’re in the business of building new commercial buildings, or you own one, sustainability is likely something you’ve been considering for a variety of reasons. For starters, today’s consumers want to know that the companies they’re purchasing from are as environmentally friendly as possible—and that includes measures to make facilities more sustainable. Sustainability helps you save money on energy and resources, too.
So how can you make your building more sustainable? There are many things you can do. If you’re a builder, for example, you can focus on steel or modular construction—and use a nailer like the ET&F® (a BECK member) AERICO® 90, which is designed for use with sustainable construction methods like steel and modular construction. But that’s just the beginning. Let’s dig deeper!
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subfloors,
fasteners,
Tools,
steel framing,
collated fasteners,
power tools,
fastening system,
commercial building,
construction,
fastener system,
sustainability,
durability,
nails,
retrofit,
commercial structure,
Aerico® 90 Nailer,
wood sheathing,
steel construction
Pallets are one of the most important and perhaps under-appreciated fixtures in warehouses, loading docks, and stockrooms around the country. Without pallets, the global manufacturing, transportation, and logistics system that delivers goods around the world would function very differently. Pallets truly are a critical component of the system that allows us to ship products around the globe.
It's important when shipping and transporting goods across city, state, or international borders that the pallets used are of sturdy construction. Pallets aren't made to be beautiful, but they must be durable, strong, and well-constructed to function. The Mezger® Stapling Head Systems are the perfect tool for constructing strong pallets. These pneumatic nailing and stapling systems allow for the easy, fast construction of wooden structures. If you're a pallet manufacturer, here's what to know about making strong pallets with durable materials.
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Tools,
pallets,
Staples,
Staplers,
mezger stapling,
power tools,
staple systems,
fastening system,
construction,
mezger stapling head systems
Fasteners are a small, yet important, part of any construction project, and deciding which type to use is a big decision. Steel and stainless-steel fasteners both have their own pluses and minuses. To help you choose, let’s compare these two types of fasteners, as well as BECK’s SCRAIL® nail screw fasteners, so you can make an informed decision when it comes time to purchase them for your next construction job.
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Topics:
Metal Roofing Fasteners,
Scrail Fasteners,
RoofLoc® SCRAIL®,
RoofLoc®,
Tools,
Roofing,
Metal Roofs,
sheet metal,
power tools,
fastening system,
roofing system,
construction,
concrete,
renovation,
shingles,
metal roofing system
There’s a reason why deck skirting is in demand among homeowners. It’s a decorative, practical way to upgrade any deck—and in many instances, it can add an element of privacy and security to the structure as well.
In this blog, we’re going to expand on these benefits, show you some tips to get started with deck skirting for your clients, and we’re going to highlight BECK’s SCRAIL® INVISIDECK® system, which is the ideal tool and fastener system to get this job done.
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Pneumatic Nailers,
Deck Fasteners,
Scrail Fasteners,
Deck,
invisideck,
Tools,
scrail,
power tools,
fastening system,
decking,
deck repairs,
construction,
decking system
When it comes to roofing, there are a variety of options to choose from, and deciding between them can be difficult. Two of the most popular options for contractors are shingles and metal roofing. Each has its own unique advantages and drawbacks, so it's important to understand the differences between them before deciding on which one is right for your project.
Another consideration is if you have the right tools to ensure efficient and proper material installation. For example, the SCRAIL® ROOFLOC® Metal Roofing System developed by BECK is the ultimate installation device when it comes to metal roofing. Since the SCRAIL® ROOFLOC® fasteners are pneumatically driven in, metal roofing can be put in quickly and efficiently.
But which roofing option is best for your client? Let’s compare the two options!
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Topics:
Metal Roofing Fasteners,
Scrail Fasteners,
RoofLoc® SCRAIL®,
RoofLoc®,
Tools,
Roofing,
Metal Roofs,
sheet metal,
power tools,
fastening system,
roofing system,
construction,
concrete,
renovation,
shingles,
metal roofing system
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