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Why are architects and building owners demanding Crete-Flex masonry fasteners?

April 26, 2017architects Articles building demanding fasteners masonry owners stainless steel

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Why are architects and building owners demanding Crete-Flex masonry fasteners?

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Architects and building owners want broader guarantees and longer warranties from contractors and design professionals. I’m seeing this applied to fasteners more and more. The industry’s application of higher-grade stainless fasteners is on the rise because high-grade stainless fasteners, such as the Crete-Flex® SS4, offer aesthetic benefits, structural integrity, and long-life performance. Crete-Flex in particular is becoming increasingly popular because of its corrosion resistance, enhanced ductility, high pull-out and shear values, and installation consistency to ensure reliable performance. Corrosion resistance salt spray tests per ASTM B117 show Crete-Flex beats a Buildex 410 Stainless Tapcon by 50% (2400 vs. 1600 hours).