Metal Screws

For jobs needing a low profile head, e.g., metal deck clips, electrical fittings, signs, sheet metal, etc.

For fixing of plasterboard to metal

For jobs needing a broad flat head, e.g., foil sarking and insulation panels, fascia bracket clips to rafters, conduit clips to steel, etc.

For jobs needing a flush finish, e.g., fencing, gates, hinges, etc.

For fixing timber trim through plasterboard to steel framing, e.g, skirting, architraves, cupboards, window frames, etc.

For fixing pre-drilled board, e.g., panelling, lining board, etc.

For General Fixings, e.g., brackets, fixings, etc.

For General Fixings to metal, e.g., lining boards, fascias, panelling, etc.

For fixing wet area linings to steel studs, maximum 2.5mm thickness, e.g., bedrooms, laundries, kitchens, etc.

For security fixings, e.g., security grills, signs, cladding, etc.

For fastening timber, particleboard flooring into heavy gauge steel, where a predrilled hole is preferred

A 14g screw with a 12g head, which outperforms 12g screws in all strength properties

For fixing roofing profiles and wall cladding to steel purlins

For fixing metal to metal, e.g., fences, signs, fixings, trailers, etc.

1. Measure the total thickness of the materials to be drilled.
2. Choose a screw that has a drilling capacity equal to or greater than the total thickness of materials to be drilled.
3. Determine the best head style for the intended application.
4. Choose a screw long enough to allow at least three threads to protrude beyond the metal being fastened to.
5. Select the correct driver for the screw being used.
6. Fit driver to a power screwdriver (Tek Gun) set to HIGH (approx. 2500rpm).
7. Put screw onto driver and place at fastening position.
8. Push sharply on screwdriver to create a starting point.
9. Squeeze screwdriver trigger and maintain firm end pressure until screw has drilled and fastened.