EuroWire March 2023

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Dropping in the capsule during Kwik-X baseplate installation

Anchor system combines adhesive performance and screw speed and simplicity

Rafael Santos, senior director of the Hilti North America fastening and protection business unit, said, “Contractors can save time and money by reducing the complexity of installation with the Kwik-X, leading up to a four times faster installation over traditional adhesive anchors and combined with Hilti’s industry-leading expertise, thereby reducing labour costs and helping deliver peace of mind to a jobsite.” Hilti also supplies products for powdered actuated fastening, drilling, diamond cutting and coring, and screw fastening. Hilti North America www.hilti.com

need for accessories like brushes, air compressors and dispensers. This simplicity results in increased productivity by reducing the risk of human error. Additional features such as the ability to remove and reinstall the anchor in the same borehole cater to the needs of the installer. With fewer steps in the anchor installation process, Kwik-X is claimed to reduce installation time by up to 70 per cent and save up to 20 per cent in total cost of installation when compared to traditional adhesive anchoring systems.

Hilti North America, a provider of tools, technology, software and services to the commercial construction industry, has introduced the Kwik-X dual-action anchor system, combining the high performance of adhesive anchors and the installation speed and simplicity of screw anchors. Comprising the convenient Kwik-X pre portioned adhesive capsule and Kwik HUS-EZ screw anchor, the system provides the necessary performance for safety critical applications. It reduces the number of steps in the installation process – such as hole cleaning, curing time and dispensing – eliminating adhesive waste and the

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March 2023