Timber iQ June - July 2018 // Issue: 38 | Page 34

FEATURES Fasteners play a crucial role in binding wood together. a time where the final cost of the project is a factor, whether it’s your dream home or a commercial building, you want to have the ‘peace of mind’ knowing that you and your loved ones are living, working or socialising under a safe timber structure. Choosing the right fastener can give you that peace of mind,” he says. An incorrect fastener can also cause the material to rot. “Manufacturers of fasteners are aware of standards and specifications. Also, engineers know which fasteners to use, they need to supply correct materials,” says Lutz. NEAT AND TIDY Fasteners form a crucial function in construction. As important as it is to get the material right, getting the screw aspect of the process is important too. Using quality materials together with quality external products achieves so much more than an aesthetically pleasing structure. Construction is about people; the reason behind using quality products is to leave the occupants feeling safe and comfortable for as long as possible. This is what quality materials afford. DO YOU HAVE A GREAT PROJECT OR STORY TO SHARE WITH READERS? Send your article and high resolution images to [email protected] or call +27 (11) 579 4940 for more information. PRINT. DIGITAL. ONLINE. EXHIBITIONS. CONFERENCES. CONTACT US: When measurement matters 32 JUNE / JULY 2018 // 0861 727 663 | www.interactmedia.co.za