Self Drilling Screw Companies in the UK

Benefits of self-drilling screws

Fasteners used in the construction industry have progressed in leaps and bounds in recent years, alongside the huge advances in materials and processes used in the building envelope. One of the most valuable innovations in the fasteners sector has been the self-drilling screw.

Self-drilling screws have been specifically developed for various applications including fastening in roofing, cladding and assembly. They are manufactured in a wide range of sizes, with or without a sealing washer, to provide a high strength fastening in structural steel and timber constructions. They come with a hex, Phillips or Torx head and include aesthetically pleasing options for where appearance is important, such as for use in decorative cladding.

The many benefits over conventional fixing methods include time saving and ease of use. With no need for pre-drilled holes and complicated alignment of materials, fastening is reduced to just one simple operation, generally using an electric screw driver. Using self-drilling screws can often half the procedure time compared to traditional drilling, tapping and fastening or using nuts and bolts.