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WOOD, CHIPBOARD + DECKING SCREWS Optimaxx Stainless Steel Decking Screws Wood screw brand Optimaxx has announced the release of its new extreme performance Decking Screws. As decking season swings into action, Optimaxx is proud to announce its expanding line of wood screws with the release of its latest Stainless Steel Decking Screws. Optimaxx is recognised by many as one of the highest performing range of wood screws in the market, incorporating some of the best features that have been developed over many decades. Now Optimaxx has developed its decking solutions to better serve customers who are active in decking developments. The Optimaxx Stainless Steel Decking Screws are the latest addition to its decking screw range. Designed to work specifi‐ cally for composite decking, these screws feature a range of application benefits, including serrations on the lower thread to enable quick and safe fastening. They include a non‐ threaded shank to allow two materials to be pulled tightly together while the upper thread locks the deck board securely. Additionally, the cylindrical head is designed for fixing into the groove of the deck board, ensuring a secure fit. Quality Decking installations demand not only that weather‐ resistant materials are used but also the right fixing. The new Optimaxx Stainless decking complements not only composite but hardwood and treated timber decking ensuring the completed deck stands the test of our changing seasons and time.
Owlett-Jaton > Exterior Woodscrews that Make the Grade With spring around the corner, many people start to think about completing outdoor projects. Small scale construction, garden renovations and outdoor maintenance generally gather pace when the warmer weather arrives. But it is imperative that the correct fixing is used, to protect into the winter months. Not all screws are manufactured for external use, and an exte‐ rior grade woodscrew is better suited for outdoor woodwork projects. A rusty or corroded screw can become weak and fatigued, making it more likely to break and inevitably cause problems. Owlett‐Jaton supplies a range of external grade wood‐ screws, which have been designed to withstand extreme weather and provide a strong and durable fixing. Whilst stainless steel woodscrews are suitable for outdoor applications, they can be costly. Owlett‐Jaton supply ranges that have been specifically manufactured for external applications. The Vortex® exterior high‐performance power screw offers exceptional performance when used externally. The same tech‐
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Made from A2‐304 stainless steel, these screws are rust resistant, therefore making them a suitable choice for outdoor use. With an arrow shaped point, these screws provide a fast start without predrilling whilst minimising the risk of splin‐ tering. The Optimaxx Stainless Steel Decking Screws are avail‐ able in 200‐piece tubs and have the option offloor standing cardboard POS displays. The displays are able to hold both the Optimaxx Decking Screw tubs and the new Stainless Steel Decking screw tubs, with point‐of‐sale artwork printed to suit. The Stainless Steel Decking Screws will launch in February for pre‐orders with stock becoming available in April. An exten‐ sive social media campaign is being supported by widespread trade press coverage and the sales team are available to discuss any questions you may have and take your pre‐orders. Interested in becoming a distributor? Simply head over to roydtoolgroup.com to submit the form and a member of the friendly and professional team will be in contact. www.roydtoolgroup.com
nologically advanced screw as the standard Vortex, but with a Magsho Silver organic coating designed to offer superior resistance to corrosion. These screws are rated at 1,000‐hour salt spray test and are also ACQ (Alkaline Copper Quater‐ nary) timber resistant. Designed to resist corrosion, the Unifix decking screws are manufactured with a green organic coating which provides for greater weather resistance, making them an ideal choice for fixing deck boards to timber joists. Utilising the same corrosion‐resistant coating as the decking screws, the Timberdrive range is a popular choice for heavy‐ duty timber fixings. An exceptional screw for outdoor fixing, its heat‐treated shank offers additional strength. www.owlett-jaton.com
