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An Anchor bolt functions to joins an object to concrete. They are manufactured with an external thread at its end, used for insertion through holes in already constructed parts and are tightened by a nut.
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What is an Anchor bolt? • A bolt is a threaded fastener. • An Anchor bolt functions to joins an object to concrete. • They are manufactured with an external thread at its end, used for insertion through holes in already constructed parts and are tightened by a nut.
Types of Anchor Bolts CAST IN PLACE ANCHOR BOLT: • They are simple yet tough. • They are placed before the setting of concrete. • The concrete foundation of a building is connected to its wall by using Anchor bolts. • They are more resistant to earthquakes.
WEDGE BOLTS: • They are also called as ‘expansion bolts’ or ‘expansion anchors’. • These bolts are preferred for interior applications.
STRIKE BOLTS: • These bolts are preferred for solid, concrete projects with medium or heavy load.
LAG SHIELD BOLTS: • These bolts can be used to anchor across different materials i.e. brick, stones and blocks to hold both dead weight and vibrating loads. • They are medium duty anchors used with a lag bolt.
SLEEVE BOLTS: • These bolts are heavy duty anchors, they do not require solid base material for installation. • They are commonly used in brick, stone and concrete.
Usesof Anchor Bolts Anchor bolt is an all-purpose device. With a range of resources like concrete, brick, block and stone, they are used in: • Construction • Ship-building • Dams • Reservoirs • Nuclear plants • Gym equipment
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