Fasteners are a vital component to ensure the safe installation of decking. The correct fixing as specified by Tata Steel RoofDek should be used, or the specification determined by the fastener manufacturer, to suit the application of fixing to cold rolled thin gauge purlins, hot rolled steel sections or timber supports. Self drilling / self tapping screws (commonly known as drill screws), must be a minimum 5.5 mm diameter are available in carbon steel or austenitic stainless steel, and must resist all …
