Anti Theft Security Fasteners
The need to safeguard against theft and vandalism in now becoming an essential part of design specifications.
Impact of Theft and Tampering.
- Crime
- Pilferage
- Vandalism
- Lost revenue
- Liability claims
- Reputation
- Breakdowns
- High Maintenance
- Negative impact on public safety
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Secure your products with our extensive range of security fastening options.
Security fasteners are specially designed fasteners which cannot be removed using standard screwdrivers or spanners thus preventing theft, vandalism and tampering by unauthorized individuals.
Virtually every industry, from retail stores to governmental security has issues with theft, loss prevention and vandalism.
Automotive Manufacturing – You’ll see many advanced screws, nuts and bolts in car, scooter and truck construction. Some of it is for safety devices like seatbelts and airbag controls. Other tamper proof screws are used in engines and transmissions to discourage backyard maintenance. They are also used on Electric Scooters to safeguard the motor and batteries against unauthorised access.
Retail organizations need effective, affordable means to prevent loss from theft and vandalism of their products.
Universities and schools can protect costly classroom/ lab equipment with anti-theft security screws.
Hospitals and Medical Facilities – Tamper proof fasteners are regularly employed on medical equipment as well as for securing areas and property. Some medical devices are extremely expensive and sensitive. With patients’ lives resting on properly functioning equipment, hospitals and medical facilities can’t afford the risk of tampering. That includes both intentional and accidental access and alteration.
Aerospace – UAVs – Anti Theft Fasteners are used in UAVs (Drones) to prevent tampering and theft of sensitive equipment.
Power companies use our tamper resistant solar screws/ bolts to prevent theft of expensive Solar Panels and on various control panels and switches to prevent unauthorised access.
Military Installations – All military branches use tamper proof screws right across their installations. Tamper resistant fasteners are found in Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine bases and equipment. They’re used to prevent theft vandalism and, of course, sabotage.
Public Places – Many cities and municipalities use tamper proof screws to protect property in public places. Anywhere the public converges, you’ll find security devices.
Municipals use them to prevent manhole covers and other access points from being breached.
Range of Security Fasteners
Our wide range of security fastening options are shown below. Send us an enquiry and we will help you find the optimum solution to meet all your security fastening needs. Security fasteners can be classified into two types: Permanent and Re Usable Screws.
PERMANENT SECURITY FASTENERS
“TWIST” Security Fasteners are permanent security fasteners that cannot be removed once fixed, thus protecting your products from vandalism, theft, and tampering from unauthorised individuals.
These premium security fasteners are designed with a unique shear off feature that causes the hexagonal part of the fasteners to break off upon surpassing the maximum torque limit, leaving behind a tamper proof fastening. The special design of “TWIST” fasteners does not require any special tools and it can be installed using standard spanners and sockets.
The one-way action makes these fasteners ideal for applications where maintenance is not required. “TWIST” Security Fasteners are available in the form of bolts, nuts and as a combination.
A “TWIST” fastener today can ensure the safety of your product for a lifetime.
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Range of Permanent Fasteners
Premium security option.
Highly effective.
A versatile permanent security option.
“FORWARD” ONE-WAY SCREWS
Premium security option.
This has a unique head that requires only a slotted screwdriver for insertion, making this ideal security screw for one way permanent applications.
Useful for application in public areas where maintenance is not required but security is essential to prevent tampering.
TWIST Solar Security Fasteners
”TWIST” Solar Security Fasteners are a combination of specially designed nuts and dome bolts which, once fastened, cannot be tampered or removed from either side.
They are used where both ends need to be secured and protected and are ideal for solar applications.
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Structural Blind Rivets
Replacing a Bolt and Nut arrangement with a Blind Rivet provides a permanent and secure installation.
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Blind Rivet Nuts
Riveting a Blind Nut to one size of the installation instead of using a standard nut secures that part of the joint.
Using a matching security screw for assembly secures the product.
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REUSABLE SECURITY FASTENERS
Re-usable Security Screws are screws which are specially designed for applications where maintenance is required. They can only be installed and removed using special tools which gives the authorised personnel secure access to the product.
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System-Zero External Drive Premium Security Screws
The System Zero is an enhanced Security Screw which has a unique external drive which offers increased security.
It has flanged head which helps to efficiently spread the load on installation, enhancing stability and durability and eliminates the need for a washer.
Available with Machine and Self-Tapping threads and in Zinc Plated Steel and Stainless Steel A2.
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“MULTI” 5-Lobe Pin Premium Security Screws
These are premium Security Screws.
Unique 5-Lobe pin gives enhanced security.
Available in CSK and Button Head.
Available in SS-316.
“MULTI” 6-Lobe Pin Machine Screws
Useful where maintenance is required.
The Hexalobular TORX inner drive facilitates a more reliable slipless fixing.
Available in CSK and Button Head.
Available in SS-304.
“MULTI” 6-Lobe Pin Self-Tapping Screws
Useful where maintenance is required.
The Hexalobular TORX inner drive facilitates a more reliable slipless fixing.
Available in CSK and Button Head.
Available in SS-304.
“MULTI” Pin Hex Machine Screws
Useful where maintenance is required.
Economical Security option.
Available in CSK and Button Head.
Available in SS-304.
“MULTI” Pin Hex Self-Tapping Screws
Useful where maintenance is required.
Economical Security option.
Available in CSK and Button Head.
Available in SS-304
2H PREMIUM SECURITY SCREWS
The 2H or 2 Hole security screws also known as Snake Eye screws.
They are reusable security screws with a unique 2-hole system to drive the screw.
Aesthetically pleasing.
Available in CSK and Button Head.
Available with Machine and Self-Tapping Thread.
Available in SS-304
KM PREMIUM SECURITY NUT – REUSABLE
Unique high torque, removable security nut.
Superior alternative to shear nuts, leaves no unplated surfaces.
Reliable torque settings can be achieved – not governed by shear point.
Material: Stainless Steel AISI-304 A2 and Case Hardened Steel GEOMET® 500B Coated.
Size Range: M5 to M12.
Tools: Requires matching driver socket Tool.