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.
Delta Fastener Corp.
Houston, TX | 713-868-2351Delta Fastener Corp. supplies headed fasteners from only quality manufacturers. Our huge, readily available selection includes industrial bolts, nuts, washers, screws, etc. in a wide range of metal types and grades. Check out our online catalog or give us a call today for industrial bolts and more!
Wurth Industry
Indianapolis, IN | 800-428-4686We design and manufacture the most reliable bolts on the market today. Take a look at our website for fasteners, screws, pins, locknuts, metric fasteners, bolts, clamps, anchors, rivets, threaded rods and more. With our numerous distribution centers, you are bound to find one near you.
Tengco
Cerritos, CA | 714-676-8200Tengco is your source for fasteners. We have over 30 years of experience in providing nuts, bolts, washers, forgings and more for use in a wide range of applications. We work closely with our manufacturers to ensure that all customer specifications are met and our test labs perform extensive testing for tensile, proof load and hardness. For standard or specialized fasteners, think Tengco.
Ocean State Stainless, Inc.
Huntington Beach, CA | 800-394-6396Since 1980, we have specialized in designing corrosion- and weather-resistant strong bolts which include industrial bolts, shoulder bolts, metric bolts, aircraft bolts, stainless steel bolts and carriage bolts. We offer commercial parts serving markets with high-quality, cost-effective industrial bolts.
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.