Used widely in building construction, highway systems, electrical towers, power treatments and marine industries, anchor bolts are an essential method of securing large components to a solid foundation to ensure against structural failure or damage. Read More…
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Ford Fasteners, Inc.
Hackensack, NJ | 800-272-3673Our company has a reputation for superior products, customer service, and dependability. All our fastener products are built to last, and we know that our customers appreciate our dedication to using the best materials and manufacturing techniques. If you would like to learn more about us, contact us by phone or email, or stop by our website today!
Ken Forging
Jefferson, OH | 888-536-3674Our company has manufacturing experiences dating back to 1970 and over the years we have grown into an international supplier of bolts. Our teams are committed to providing our customers with the best products possible and we offer quick turnaround on all orders. Here at Ken Forging we do not require any minimum orders and we can ship our stock bolts within 24 hours. Feel free to contact our representatives if you have any questions.
Wayne Bolt & Nut Company
Detroit, MI | 800-521-2207Wayne Bolt & Nut Co. delivers high-quality industrial, carriage, metric, stainless steel, titanium and other types of bolts to a wide range of industries and markets. We have over 50,000 sizes and styles of standard and special fasteners for you to choose from. Our quality products are approved by the major automotive manufacturers and when we’re audited we receive good to excellent ratings.
Accurate Manufactured Products Group, Inc.
Indianapolis, PA | 317-472-9000At Accurate Manufactured Products Group, our company’s focus is designing and manufacturing fasteners, production aids, and other measuring tool accessories that suit your needs. The stock items from our large inventory are shipped within 24 hours. Our team is made up of experts in custom manufacturing items quickly, at very competitive prices, with guaranteed customer satisfaction
SC Fastening Systems, LLC.
Macedonia, OH | 330-468-3300At SC Fastening Systems, it is our company's goal to be your number one source for your fastening needs. Our product line includes fasteners, bolts, sockets, threaded rod & studs, nuts, washers, screws, anchors, pins, and rivets. For more information about our capabilities, contact us today!
O.E.M. Fastening Systems
Lawrenceville, GA | 800-928-7439Not only is O.E.M. Fastening Systems a full line fastener distributor but also a custom fastener manufacturer to your specs. We offer hex bolts, stainless steel fasteners and screws. We stock virtually every type of standard and semi-standard fastener to meet your fabrication, assembly & maintenance needs. Sentry can even manufacture custom fasteners to your print specifications. Contact us today!
Anchor Bolts - Ken ForgingIn applications such as bridges and tunnels, for the holding of large tanks and machines, and in many large buildings to connect the foundations to the walls for improved earthquake resistance, anchor bolts are able to provide a stable connection. Anchor bolts are also called cast-in place bolts. The heavy duty bolt is set into wet concrete headfirst and once the concrete has hardened, the threaded end of the bolt is attached to a component which anchors the bolt to its intended external load. Anchor bolts are commonly used because they provide a strong fastening with minimal room for error. Setting a bolt into wet concrete can be tricky, but once it has hardened, the bolt is very secure and able to hold a large amount of tension.
There are several different types of anchor bolts which will be chosen determined by the intended applications. Bent rods, hook bolts or J bolts, sleeve bolts and swaged bolts are some of the most common types of anchor bolts. Another widely used type is wedge anchors. These use a wedge shape bolt end, combined with a fastening sleeve to ensure a secure connection within the concrete setting. These need to be deeply embedded into the concrete so that the bolt cannot be pulled out under extreme force. For shallow installation, machine screw anchor bolts should be used. In terms of determining the most suitable type of bolt for an application, there are a number of factors to consider in terms of the demands placed on the bolts with corrosion, strength capacity and physical environment.
Steel and carbon are commonly used to construct bolts as they are durable materials with strong physical properties. Stainless steel bolts are resistant to corrosion and are able to maintain their shape and strength even in high temperatures and extreme environments. Industrial bolts are also commonly galvanized, as this further increases the strength of a material. In terms of construction, the diameter of a bolt will increase with the need for greater strength and resistance. Anchor bolts are able to be used with high demand and high stress applications as they can withstand the tension produced by the holding system.