We have tripled our range of concrete fixings

This has been exacerbated by a lack of skilled workers and cost issues in the supply chain. In fact, we have seen a year-on-year rise of 198% in concrete screw purchases as there are many benefits to using this alternative.Historically, companies have used wedge anchors for heavy-duty fixings.

Another issue is that many workers aren’t trained to correctly use and install them.Why you should consider concrete screws on your next project 26 April 2018 By Carl Ghinn, managing director at Fixmart LtdIn the two years since the BREXIT vote, the UK construction industry has faced a large amount of uncertainty.Speedy installation Concrete screws are exceptionally simple and quick to install.

At Fixmart, we have tripled our range of concrete fixings in order to support this increase in demand, and would encourage other suppliers to the industry to do the same to fulfil customers’ needs.

Electrical installers will be given a six month transition period to get up to speed with the changes, as from 1st January 2019 it will be a requirement that all electrical installations after this date comply.