Common Structural Connection Mistakes Engineers Should Avoid
(And How to Fix Them) Structural connections fail far more often from installation and detailing mistakes than from bad products. Most issues show up months or years after the job is done, when loads shift, vibration starts, or inspections happen. Below are the most common structural connection mistakes, why they happen, and how to prevent…
How to Connect Hollow Structural Sections from One Side
Quick Answer To connect Hollow Structural Sections (HSS) from one side, use a blind bolting system such as BoxBolt®. Its expanding sleeve grips the interior wall of the steel section, forming a secure, load-rated, and code-compliant connection without welding or backside access. The HSS Connection Challenge Hollow structural sections offer excellent strength-to-weight ratios, but their…
Bolt Certifications Explained: What ICC, DIBt, and Lloyd’s Approvals Actually Mean for Structural Connections
Not all bolts are equal. Some get approved. Others get rejected. Big difference when your building’s on the line. If you’re working with steel-to-steel connections, certifications aren’t just helpful, they’re essential. Whether it’s passing inspection or proving to engineers that your solution holds up under pressure, third-party approvals do a lot of heavy lifting. And…
