Industrial Anchors

At Springs Fastener, we carry a wide variety of anchors, including:

• Concrete Screws
• Double Expansion Anchors
• Drop-In Anchors
• Expansion Pin Anchors
• ...and more

Concrete Screws

Concrete Screws, also known as concrete anchors, concrete bolts, or concrete screw anchors, are designed to secure objects to concrete, brick, or masonry surfaces. They provide a reliable and strong hold, making them ideal for various fastening needs in tough substrates.

Key Features:

• Design: These screws are externally threaded and cut their own threads as they are driven into pre-drilled holes, creating a secure grip in concrete, brick, or masonry.
• Installation: They can be installed quickly and efficiently, even in hard-to-penetrate materials, saving time and effort on the job.
• Head Options:
  • Flat Philips Head: Offers a smooth and flush finish with a cross-shaped recess for easy driving with a Philips screwdriver.
  • Slotted Hex Washer Style: Features a hexagonal shape for use with a wrench or socket, providing a different aesthetic and application flexibility.

Applications: Concrete Screws are ideal for securing fixtures, brackets, and other items to solid materials where a robust and dependable hold is needed.
 

Double Expansion Anchors

Double Expansion Anchors are designed to securely anchor screws into masonry base materials such as concrete, brick, or block. These anchors are particularly effective for applications where vibration or side pressure is a concern.

Installation Steps:

1. Pre-Drilling: Begin by drilling a hole into the masonry material.
2. Insertion: Insert the double expansion anchor into the pre-drilled hole.
3. Securing: Thread a machine-threaded bolt or screw into the anchor. As the bolt or screw is tightened, the anchor expands both outward and inward, creating a strong and stable hold within the masonry.

Double Expansion Anchors are available in various sizes, typically from 1/4 to 3/4 inches, to accommodate different applications and load requirements. They are ideal for use in soft masonry where additional holding power is needed.

Drop-In Anchors

Drop-In anchors are female concrete anchors designed for secure anchoring into concrete. To use a Drop-In anchor:

1. Insertion: Drop the anchor into the pre-drilled hole in the concrete.
2. Expansion: Use a setting tool to expand the anchor within the hole, ensuring a tight and secure fit.

Drop-In anchors require a setting tool for installation. They are ideal for flush-mounted, medium to heavy-duty applications in solid materials such as stone and concrete. Options are available in various sizes, including 1/4-20 to 3/4-10 or 1/4 to 3/4 inches, and materials like 18-8 stainless steel and steel.
These anchors provide a reliable hold in concrete, making them suitable for a wide range of construction and installation projects.

Expansion Pin Anchors, Zinc Yellow

Expansion Pin Anchors are robust fasteners used for securing objects to concrete or masonry substrates. They are designed to provide a strong hold in medium- and heavy-duty fastening applications.

How They Work:

1. Insertion: The anchor is inserted into a pre-drilled hole in the concrete or masonry substrate.
2. Expansion: As a pin or bolt is driven into the anchor, it expands outward, creating a secure grip within the substrate.

Expansion Pin Anchors are known for their reliability and are commonly used in applications where a high level of holding power is required. They are available in various sizes, typically ranging from 1/4 to 3/4 inches, with lengths varying from 1-1/4 to 6 inches. These anchors are ideal for tasks that demand a strong and stable fastening solution.
 

Hammer Drive Anchors, Mushroom Head

Hammer Drive Mushroom Head Anchors are versatile masonry fasteners designed for light-duty applications. They feature a mushroom-shaped head that sits on top of the surface being attached, providing a stable hold.

Key Features:

• Mushroom-Shaped Head: The distinctive mushroom-shaped head ensures the anchor remains flush with the surface and provides a secure, stable base for fastening.
• Versatile Use: Commonly used for fastening plywood to concrete or other masonry surfaces.
• Installation: These anchors are also known as hammer pin anchors, hit anchors, or nail-drive anchors. They are installed by driving them into a pre-drilled hole using a hammer, which securely seats the anchor.

Hammer Drive Mushroom Head Anchors are ideal for light-duty fastening tasks and offer a reliable solution for securing materials to concrete or masonry surfaces.
 

Hollow Wall Anchors

Hollow Wall Anchors, also known as plasterboard fixings, metal plasterboard plugs, or molly bolts, are metal-cased anchors designed for use in hollow walls, such as those made of drywall or plasterboard.

Key Features:

• Metal Casing: The anchor features a metal casing that expands behind the wall when a bolt or screw is inserted.
• Expansion Mechanism: As the bolt is screwed in, the anchor expands outward and locks into place, creating a strong and secure fastening point.
• Versatility: Ideal for securing items to hollow walls, these anchors are commonly used for hanging shelves, fixtures, or other lightweight to medium-weight objects.

Hollow Wall Anchors provide a reliable solution for fastening into walls where traditional anchors might not work effectively, ensuring a stable and durable hold.

Lag Screw Shields

Lag Shields are two-piece anchors designed to allow lag screws to be used in a variety of materials, including concrete, brick, mortar joints, and concrete blocks. They are ideal for light to medium fastening tasks and can be used in both hard and soft base materials.

Key Features:

• Two-Piece Design: Consists of a metal shield and an expanding component that work together to provide a secure hold.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for anchoring into a range of materials, including concrete, brick, mortar joints, and concrete blocks.
• Light to Medium Duty: Designed for applications requiring a reliable fastening solution that can handle moderate loads.

To install, simply drill a hole, insert the lag shield, and then drive in the lag screw. As the screw tightens, the shield expands, securing the anchor in place.
Lag Shields are a practical choice for various construction and mounting applications, providing a strong and stable hold in challenging materials.
 

Lead Wood Screw Anchors

Lead Wood Screw Anchors are cylindrical anchors with a tapered end and flared top, also known as lead wood screw shields. They are designed for projects requiring secure fastening in various materials. They are particularly effective for anchoring into brick, concrete, block, or softer masonry.

Key Features:

• Material: Made of lead, these anchors are durable and designed to expand and grip the surrounding material.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for fastening wood or anchoring into brick, concrete, block, and softer masonry. They provide a reliable solution for both construction and DIY projects.
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Lead Wood Screw Anchors are well-suited for applications requiring a strong hold in a range of base materials, making them a valuable addition to your fastening solutions.
 

Machine Screw Anchors

Machine Screw Anchors are designed for quick and secure setting in brick, concrete, or stone. These anchors feature a specialized design to provide a reliable hold in tough materials.

Key Features:

• Internally Threaded Conical Expander: The anchor includes a conical expander with internal threading, which helps in creating a strong grip.
• Expansion Sleeve: An expansion sleeve slips over the expander. As the machine screw is inserted, it expands the sleeve, securing the anchor firmly in place.
• Quick Setting: These caulking-type anchors are known for their ease of use and fast installation, making them ideal for various applications.

Sizes: Machine Screw Anchors are available in sizes ranging from 10-24 to 1/2-13 to suit different fastening needs.
 

Nylon Hammer Drive Anchors

Nylon Hammer Drive Anchors are light-duty anchors designed for use in solid materials such as concrete, brick, and block. They offer a reliable solution for various fastening needs where a less heavy-duty option is suitable.

Key Features:

• Material: Made from durable nylon, these anchors are designed to provide a secure hold in solid substrates.
• Sizes: Available in 3/16 or 1/4 inches to accommodate different fastening requirements.

Nylon Hammer Drive Anchors are ideal for light-duty applications where a dependable hold in solid materials is needed without the need for heavy-duty anchoring solutions.
 

Plastic Anchors

Plastic Anchors are versatile fasteners designed for light-duty anchoring applications. They come in various styles to suit different needs and substrates.

Key Features:

• Styles Available:
  • Bantam Plug-Conical: A simple and effective style for light-duty tasks.
  • Fluted: Features fluted edges for better grip in softer materials.
  • Tapered and Ribbed: Provides additional holding power with a tapered design and ribbed structure.
• Applications: Ideal for use in materials such as drywall, soft masonry, and other lightweight substrates. These anchors are suited for tasks like hanging pictures, small fixtures, or lightweight objects.

Plastic Anchors offer a convenient and cost-effective solution for light-duty anchoring needs, providing reliable performance in various applications.
 

Plastic Anchor Kits

 Plastic Anchor Kits provide a comprehensive solution for light-duty anchoring applications. Each kit includes everything needed for effective installation and secure fastening.

Kit Components:

• Plastic Anchors: Available in conical and ribbed plastic styles, designed to provide a reliable hold in lightweight substrates.
• Combo-Pan Tapping Screws: These screws are included to work seamlessly with the plastic anchors for secure attachment.
• Drill Bit: The kit also contains a drill bit specifically sized for the included anchors, ensuring precise and easy installation.

Options Available:

• Conical Plastic: Offers a straightforward design for general use.
• Ribbed Plastic: Provides enhanced grip in softer materials for added stability.

Plastic Anchor Kits are ideal for various light-duty applications, such as mounting fixtures or hanging items on drywall or similar materials.
 

Setting Tools

Our Setting Tools are essential for the proper installation of specific types of anchors. We offer hand tools designed to ensure accurate and efficient setting for:

• Hollow Wall Anchors: These tools help to securely install hollow wall anchors, providing a reliable hold in drywall and plasterboard.
• Machine Screw Anchors: Our tools are also suitable for setting machine screw anchors, ensuring a strong grip in masonry materials like brick, concrete, or stone.

Features:

• Precision Design: Engineered to work seamlessly with the corresponding anchors, ensuring a proper and secure fit.
• Durable Construction: Made from high-quality materials to withstand repeated use and provide long-lasting performance.

Our Setting Tools are ideal for achieving optimal results in various anchoring tasks, offering convenience and reliability for both professional and DIY projects.
 

Single Expansion Anchors

Single Expansion Anchors are designed for use in soft masonry materials, such as brick or concrete block, where machine screws or bolts are exposed to vibration or side pressure. They provide a reliable solution for secure fastening in challenging conditions.
Key Features:

• Design: These anchors expand in a single direction as the screw or bolt is tightened, creating a strong hold in the masonry material.
• Applications: Ideal for situations where the anchor must withstand vibration or lateral forces, making them suitable for various construction and installation projects.
• Sizes Available: Choose from regular length and short length anchors to fit different installation requirements and material thicknesses.

Single Expansion Anchors offer effective performance for light to medium-duty applications, ensuring a stable and secure connection in soft masonry substrates.

Sleeve Anchors

Sleeve Anchors are versatile fasteners designed for use in a variety of materials, providing a secure and reliable hold. They come in different styles to suit various applications and aesthetic preferences.

Key Features:

• Head Styles:
  • Acorn Head: Provides a rounded, decorative finish.
  • Flat Head: Ideal for applications where a flush finish is desired.
  • Hex Head: Allows for easy tightening with a wrench.
  • Round Head: Offers a smooth, rounded appearance.
• Rod Hanger Style: This style is used for securing rods and other components, providing a strong hold in concrete and masonry.
• Sizes: Available in sizes ranging from 1/4 to 3/4 inches to accommodate different installation needs and load requirements.

Applications: Sleeve Anchors are suitable for a range of materials including concrete, brick, and masonry, making them a versatile choice for both construction and repair tasks.
 

Split Drive Anchors

Split Drive Anchors are one-piece steel fasteners designed for reliable anchoring in a variety of substrates. They are characterized by their unique construction, which provides a strong and stable hold.

Key Features:

• One-Piece Construction: Made from a single piece of steel, these anchors are designed for durability and strength.
• Split Design: The anchor features two sheared or "split" halves at the base that are pre-expanded to a specific size, ensuring a secure grip within the material.
• Head Styles:
  • Flat Head: Provides a smooth finish flush with the surface.
  • Pan Head: Features a rounded top for a slightly raised appearance.
  • Tie-Wire Head: Includes a head designed for specific fastening needs, often used in special applications.

Applications: Split Drive Anchors are ideal for use in concrete, brick, and masonry materials, making them suitable for a range of construction and installation tasks.
 

T-Anchors

T-Anchors are four-piece steel fasteners designed for versatile use in various materials. They are engineered to provide a secure hold with minimal space requirements.

Key Features:

• Four-Piece Design: Consists of four components that work together to create a strong and stable anchor point.
• Small Hole Requirement: Requires smaller holes compared to toggle bolts, making them suitable for applications where space is limited.
• Versatile Use: Designed for anchoring into ceilings, hollow walls, steel, concrete, or wood, making them a flexible choice for different installation needs.
• Sizes Available: Ranges from 1/4 to 3/8 inches to accommodate various fastening requirements.

Applications: T-Anchors are ideal for situations where a robust and reliable fastening solution is needed in a variety of materials, including both hard and soft substrates.
 

Toggle Bolts

Toggle Bolts are versatile fasteners designed for use in hollow or drywall applications. They provide a strong hold by using a unique mechanism that expands behind the wall or material.

Key Features:

• Design: Consists of a machine screw and a spring wing toggle that folds back for insertion into a predrilled hole. Once inserted, the wings open on the other side of the material, providing a secure anchoring point.
• Styles Available:
  • Combo Mushroom Head: Features a mushroom-shaped head for a flush finish.
  • Combo Round Head: Provides a rounded top that can be used in various applications.
  • Plastic: Designed for lightweight applications with a plastic construction.
  • Wing: Features a wing-style toggle for secure anchoring.
  • Kaptoggle®: A specialized style offering enhanced performance and holding power.

Applications: Ideal for use in hollow walls, ceilings, and other materials where a reliable anchor is needed. Toggle Bolts are especially useful for securing heavy items or objects in drywall and similar substrates.
 

Wallboard Anchors

Wallboard Anchors are designed to provide a secure fastening solution for drywall, offering reliable performance without damaging the paper coating of the drywall.

Key Features:

• Self-Drilling: These anchors drill their own hole into the drywall, eliminating the need for pre-drilling and reducing installation time.
• No Damage to Coating: Engineered to work in any thickness of drywall without tearing or damaging the paper coating.
• Material Options:
  • Nylon: Offers a lightweight and durable option for light to medium-duty applications.
  • Zamac Alloy: Provides a robust and corrosion-resistant option for heavier-duty applications.

Applications: Ideal for mounting fixtures, shelves, and other items on drywall, Wallboard Anchors are designed to ensure a secure hold while preserving the integrity of the wall surface.
 

Wedge Anchors

Wedge Anchors are heavy-duty fasteners designed to provide a strong and secure hold in concrete and masonry applications. They are known for their exceptional shear strength and durability.

Key Features:

• Heavy-Duty Construction: These anchors are built to handle demanding applications, offering reliable performance even under heavy loads.
• Non-Bottom Bearing Design: Wedge Anchors do not bear on the bottom of the hole, which allows them to perform well in a variety of base materials.
• Temperature Resistance: Capable of withstanding temperature fluctuations, making them suitable for use in environments with varying thermal conditions.
• Sizes Available: Ranges from 1/4 to 1-1/4 inches to accommodate different installation needs and load requirements.

Applications: Ideal for securing heavy machinery, structural supports, and other demanding applications in concrete and masonry.

No matter the application, we have the right anchor to meet your needs.

Why Springs Fastener

There are several types of anchor bolt and screw accessories, including threaded and unthreaded styles in materials such as nylon, aluminum, and steel. Because anchor failure could cause damage or injury, it’s crucial to ensure your anchor bolt and screw accessories are of high quality. Selecting the correct construction anchor bolt and screw style for your application is also essential.
We offer an extensive selection of industrial anchor bolts and fasteners to meet your needs. Browse our selection online or contact us for more information!