Blind Bolts for Structural Steel: A Buyer’s Guide
Quick Answer: Blind bolts are structural fasteners that install entirely from one side of a connection. They are the standard method for bolting to Hollow Structural Sections (HSS), where the inside of the tube cannot be reached. Blind bolts install with basic hand tools, require no welding or on-site drilling of the supported structure, and…
BoxBolt vs. Hollo-Bolt : Which Blind Bolt Is Right for Your HSS Connection?
When engineers need to make a blind connection into hollow structural steel, two products come up consistently in specifications: BoxBolt by LNA Solutions and Hollo-Bolt by Lindapter. Both are well-engineered, ICC-approved solutions for HSS connections. Both eliminate the need for through-bolting or welding. Both are trusted on major projects. So how do you choose between…
Top 5 Beam Clamp Types and Their Best Use Cases
Looking for steel-to-steel connections that don’t involve welding or drilling? LNA BeamClamp offers a smarter, safer way to connect structural steel, fast. This post breaks down the five top-performing clamp types available from LNA Solutions, and when to use them. Whether you’re working with sloped flanges, unknown dimensions, or high-load environments, there’s a BeamClamp that…
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Installing BoxBolts
BoxBolts make blind steel connections a breeze—no welding, no access to the back side required. But just because they simplify things doesn’t mean you can rush the job. Installation mistakes happen all the time, and they can compromise safety, performance, and your project timeline. So let’s walk through the five most common errors people make…
