Strong, effective, and safe, Bremick, the national leader in industrial, construction and petrochemical fasteners, is at the forefront of securing timber, steel and concrete structures.
Odds are, if you’ve worked on a building site, you’ve opened up a few Bremick boxes.
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Bremick has been a mainstay in Aussie hardware for almost 60 years, providing tradies with the right fasteners, connectors, supports and more for the job. The name is synonymous with quality and assurance, supported by technical expertise and documentation. This makes Bremick a go-to for tradies, however continued innovation also keeps it framed ahead of the competition.
BRACING SYSTEMS
Bremick’s Strap Brace and Tensioners are designed to handle any roof, wall, ceiling and floor application. These bad boys are pre-punched and suitable for a wide range of tasks, saving time and money, especially when bracing hundreds of metres of timber or steel framing. They’re perfect for when other bracing products can’t get the job done. Tensioners can be tensioned by hand via the wing nut or hex bolt with an impact driver.
Bremick Marketing Manager Mark Camilleri said the tensioners were well on board with the modern and efficient tradie who favours impact drivers. “If they can use their impact drivers rather than hand threading the wing nut, that’s where the trade’s heading,” he said. Bremick’s Hoop Iron is another helpful product, designed for bonding masonry and general non-structural applications. Both systems have a genuine galvanised coating which keeps them well-protected from corrosion.
CONNECTORS AND TIE DOWNS
Bremick’s extensive range of connectors and tie downs boast several special features which will have you covered no matter what the project.
The range includes the Cyclone Strap, Joist Strap, Internal Wall Bracket and a huge range of ties and grips to suit all needs. These galvanised products are simple and quick to install, with many featuring pre-drilled holes for nail or screw fixing as well as preformed teeth for hassle-free installation.
Both are well-placed and designed to avoid splitting the timber when installed correctly. This is further aided by Bremick’s special Tap-In feature.
“This feature holds the connector in place while it’s being nailed or screwed into position, freeing up a hand for greater control
and safety,” Mark said. Bremick Multi grips and Triple grips are available in both galvanised and marine-grade 316 stainless steel, which makes them ideal for seaside and external application.
COMPLIANCE IS KEY
Peace of mind for tradies when framing is vital. Of course, when assembling any structure, you want to know it is square and will stay upright.
Bremick understands this and ensures all its products are aligned with relevant building codes and practices, including the National Construction Code (NCC). Bremick’s connectors and supports are tested through the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) accredited laboratory, where products are pushed to their limits to ensure they not only meet the industry standard, but exceed it. See below Bremick’s product list and relevant compliance:
- Bracing systems – AS1684 and NCC compliant
- Connectors and tie downs – AS1684 compliant
- Joist hangers – AS1684 and AS1720 compliant
- Post supports – AS1684 and AS1720 compliant
- Brackets and fixes – AS1684 compliant
- Nail plates – AS1684 and AS1720 compliant
JOIST HANGERS
Available in standard flange, split and heavy-duty configurations, Bremick’s selection of joist hangers showcases many of the company’s strengths, including the heavier gauge steel used in construction of the fittings.
“That makes it a much stronger and rigid connection point,” Mark said, “because the actual product is made from 1.2mm thick steel, as opposed to the 1mm steel used by most competitors.”
As well as being solid and well made, these simple-to-install joist hangers are kind on the tradie’s wallet as well, invaluable for connecting timber at right angles. They come in a wide range of widths (35-50mm) and lengths (90-220mm) and are suitable for all sorts of applications from roof frames and decks, as well as gazebos and pergolas. The range of joist hangers are available in galvanised and marine grade 316 stainless steel.
POST SUPPORTS
When it comes to innovation on post supports, Bremick sports cutting-edge designs to give tradies confidence they’re using the best. This includes a bracket design that prevents the post from sitting in water.
“That base plate lifts the post off the concrete and above water so it doesn’t absorb moisture,” Mark added.
Bremick’s use of thicker steel again shows, with many of the supports boasting extra thickness in critical areas to ensure superior strength.
“Generally speaking, we have opted for additional thickness in several post support designs where it warrants it,” Mark said.
Bremick’s supports are also hot-dipped galvanised to ensure peak protection against corrosion with a range of marine-grade 316 stainless steel in popular designs.
OTHER QUALITY PRODUCTS
Bremick’s ranges of nail plates, brackets and fixes, as well as nails, screws and fasteners round off the company’s drive for innovative design. They’re simple but incredibly effective, and the company’s easy-to-install and well-engineered design focus has been incorporated with a range of 3.15mm thick timber connector nails for additional strength and 12g self-drilling connector screws for use with impact drivers, while the nail plates and various fixes sport the straightforward Tap-In design with anti-splitting protection.
Whatever fastener you need, Bremick has with a massive catalogue complementary to its other products, including a plethora of screws with unique points to avoid timber splitting and facilitate faster and easier installation. This is just the tip of the iceberg. Bremick offers tonnes of in-depth guides on application and the benefits of its products as well. You can find more at bremick.com.au or by calling (02) 8332 1500.