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Cavity screw ties are an essential component of cavity wall systems, forming external and internal leaves to single-skin buildings. When used correctly, they ensure that both walls on either side of the cavity function as a single unit. The incorrect installation of cavity screw ties is a common problem in construction: here we look at […]

Working with carefully-selected partner companies allows BS Fixings to bring you the most comprehensive and professional range of products. One of these trusted companies is Bluebird Fixings, which manufactures one of the most commonly-used building components: the cavity screw tie. Bluebird Fixings was established back in 1988, when the company supplied just one product: the instantly-bestselling […]

One of the key factors that keeps our customers coming back to BS Fixings time and time again is the unrivalled cost-effectiveness of the many products in our comprehensive range of stainless steel fixings, fastenings and ancillaries. Further increasing this competitive pricing structure is our ever-changing array of special offers: here are some of the […]

The wire balloon is, like all of the best inventions, a simple design that successfully addresses a common issue. This issue is the nesting of birds in chimneys, a problem that can lead to structural damage and could cause health problems or even fatalities within a property. A chimney, with its warm, dark interior, represents […]

Insulation hangers, used to firmly secure insulation material in sheeting and cladding systems, are the newest product to be added to the already-extensive BS Fixings collection. As they are such a crucial part of the insulation system, it’s essential that they are installed correctly so here is a brief step-by-step guide on how to do […]

At BS Fixings, we are committed to offering our customers a wide range of products and, only after they have been carefully and extensively tested do we add new products to the collection. The newest item in our portfolio is insulation hangers, used to support insulation material within sheeting and cladding systems. Insulation hangers, also […]

Keeping birds away from structures is necessary to prevent them from landing, roosting and even nesting on or in its ledges, roofs, gutters, balconies, chimneys. Indeed any exposed place where they can get a clawhold could be at risk. There are several methods of bird control but our newest product is surely the most innovative […]

At BS Fixings, we work with a small number of carefully-selected partner companies, each of which has a proven track record of manufacturing products of impeccable quality. One of these companies is JCS, which produces the unique, industry-leading Tamtorque sign fixings system. The ultra-safe, highly-effective Tamtorque sign fixing system offers many benefits, some of which […]

Signs surround us every day, providing notices, warnings, directions, advertisements and countless other pieces of useful information. One thing that every sign has in common is that it must remain securely in place ad visible once installed: one of the best ways to achieve this is with the Tamtorque stainless steel banding system. Why choose […]