Bright surface, good appearance

Rusting screws give a poor impression. The customer looses confidence in the product.

Safety

Corrosion reduces the stability and functionality of the fastening elements. They become weak points.

No red rust

Some Plastic or Textile elements can become unusable due to contact with red rust.

No health risk

Blood poisoning can result from injuries from rusty elements.

Utilization for foodstuffs

Galvanised elements must never come into contact with foodstuffs.

No risk from sucking

Small children must not suck galvanised or cadmium plated elements.

Easy to clean, hygienic

Corrosive products which are difficult to eliminate form on bright or galvanised parts.

Nickel-Chrome steel has low magnetism

Magnetic fastening elements can upset measuring instruments. Magnetic parts attract metallic dust. Other corrosion problems occur.

High resistance to elevated temperatures

The Chromating of galvanised, chromated fastening elements deteriorates after 80°C. Corrosion resistance falls considerably.

The screws and nuts are bright and always easy to assemble

If the thickness of the coating of galvanised screw is excessive, the element can jam on assembly.

No problems during maintenance work

Rusting screws and nuts are difficult to loosen. It is sometimes necessary to damage them, which is generaly problematic. Elements of the construction are often damaged.