Who owns Tapcon?
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What are Tapcons used for?
The standard blue Climaseal® Tapcon® screw are a light duty masonry anchor primarily used in dry indoor applications for attaching items to concrete, brick or block. They can be used in applications ranging from attaching 2×4 lumber to concrete, a light fixture to brick, or furring strips to a block wall.
Are Tapcon screws any good?
They are also a very unique (and of course proprietary) product that allows for extremely fast and reliable anchoring of materials to masonry products. If you drill the hole correctly – deep enough and with the correct diameter bit – these fasteners will simply work every time.
Are Tapcons Made in USA?
ConFlex® Masonry Screw Purchase Tapcons ConFlex® is the brand name for Elco’s concrete screws, which are American …
Can Tapcon screws be removed?
Tapcon® Concrete Screws: Tapcons are removable because they are threaded screws that tap threads into the concrete, brick or block. By simply turning the screw counter-clockwise, these concrete screws will thread its way out of the base material.
Can you reuse Tapcon holes?
Tapcon Concrete Screws are removable, however it is not recommended to reuse the same hole because the cutting threads can compromise or destroy the holding power. Tapcons are most commonly seen in the Blue Climaseal™ ceramic coating finish.
Can you use Tapcon without hammer drill?
Get ready to install Before a Tapcon masonry screw can be installed, a hole must be drilled into the masonry. Use a hammer drill to ensure that the hole has the proper tolerance.
Are Tapcons strong?
Stainless Steel Tapcons are reliable, strong, and have outstanding corrosion resistance. These screws are ideal for using to attach fixtures and lumbers to all types of masonry bases, including concrete, brick, and block.
How much weight will a Tapcon hold?
Technical Specifications for Tapcon Concrete Screws
| Size | Minimum Embedment | Shear (lbs.) |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16” | 1” | 400 |
| 1/4” | 1” | 620 |
Are Tapcons exterior rated?
The Tapcon® concrete screw with the Climaseal® coating gives excellent rust resistance when used for indoor applications and outdoor applications. Tapcons come in two diameters: 3/16” and 1/4”.
What is a Tapcon?
The name Tapcon comes from its unique ability to TAP its threads into CONcrete. No other product in the industry anchors to concrete, block and brick with the ease and power of a Tapcon anchor. WHY PROS CHOOSE TAPCON.
Why choose Tapcon anchors?
Patented in 1976 by ITW Buildex, the Tapcon anchor is the original masonry fastener that revolutionized the fastener industry. The name Tapcon comes from its unique ability to TAP its threads into CONcrete. No other product in the industry anchors to concrete, block and brick with the ease and power of a Tapcon anchor. WHY PROS CHOOSE TAPCON.
How do you install Tapcon anchors?
Tapcon anchors use the patented Advanced Threadform Technology ™, which requires 30% less installation torque compared to other concrete screw anchors. Just drill a hole and drive the removable anchor for quick and easy installation.
What can you use workspace Tapcon for?
Works in all masonry-based material including concrete, block, or brick. Tapcon can be used for a variety of projects including fixing sill plate, electrical equipment, 2×4 lumber, HVAC strapping, and many other fixtures to masonry.