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In this week's BS Fixings news article, we looked at how more and more businesses, retailers and local councils are planning to use Tamtorque® sign fixing clamps to secure Christmas decorations. Here we show you just how easy and fast the system is to use with our 6-step guide. The Tamtorque® system, produced by renowned company JCS, is a powerful, versatile and super-safe...

Insulation materials in cladding and sheeting systems must be firmly secured into place, allowing them to function at an optimum level: this job is carried out by insulation pins (also referred to as insulation hangers). Installing these components isn't difficult but must be done accurately and so here we present a quick guide  that will allow you to achieve professional...

This week's edition of the BS Fixings newsletter focuses on wall starter kits, the contents of which are used to successfully attach new brick or block walls to those already in existence. The correct connection of these walls is essential to avoid structural issues later on. The traditional method of 'toothing out' (discussed on more detail in this week's news...

Using most hand tools is pretty easy but using them correctly can be another matter altogether. The screwdriver comes in many different forms and here we look in more detail at this humble tool and how to use it properly for best results. Screwdrivers consist of four parts: the handle, the shank, the blade and the tip. The tools are...

In every workplace, the health and safety of the employees (and customers or other visitors where applicable) is of paramount importance. Particularly in heavy industries such as construction, the wearing of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is mandatory and helps keep injuries and accidents to the minimal possible level. BS Fixings supply a wide range of PPE, which includes: Protective Gloves...

Designed and manufactured by our parent company BS Stainless, the Bandfix collection of stainless steel banding products is designed to be safe, cost-efficient and reliable. Particularly suited to the purpose of affixing signs to posts and other objects, Bandfix stainless steel banding is extremely easy to use and here is a quick step-by-step guide showing you how to achieve consistently...

Doors are subject to a constant barrage of pushing hands and kicking feet, particularly when they are located in high-traffic areas. This rough treatment quickly leads to dirty marks and soon begins to damage the door's coating, resulting in wear and tear that first destroys aesthetic appeal and, if left unchecked, leaves the door unusable. One extremely effective way to...

As outlined in this week's BS Fixings new article, preventing birds from landing on ledges, chimneys, aerials and more is easily achieved with the use of bird prevention spikes. Though extremely effective, these spikes are not suitable for every application as they may interfere with a structure's aesthetic appearance. An alternative solution comes in the form of Bird Free Gel...

Hi-vis (short for high-visibility) clothing is a common sight all over the UK. An essential part of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) of all types of workers from builders and roadworkers to security guards and police officers, hi-vis clothing is also used by cyclists and indeed anyone who needs to be seen, particularly in low light conditions. Hi-vis clothing dates...