~ Article courtesy of Hilti North America When considering different fastening technologies, several factors affect the decision-making process to ensure the optimal solution for an application. Anchors are often used to connect structural elements of base material to masonry and concrete in buildings and structures. Choosing the ideal anchoring technology depends on the application and…
Hilti expanding its Nuron cordless tool series
Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools, technology, software, and services for the commercial construction industry, will launch new cordless tools on the 22V Nuron battery platform to fill out the portfolio and offer greater value through its subscription tool service, Fleet Management. The company’s latest cordless innovations will add to its high-torque…
10 notable fastener innovations from 2023
“The global industrial fasteners market is on a positive growth trajectory, driven by key sectors like manufacturing, construction, and automotive.” This is according to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets.com. In fact, the global fasteners market is expected to hit $124.9 billion by 2030. And good news, this growth trend begins in 2024. Although supply chains…
From motors to direct fastening: How Hilti became a global phenomenon
Martin Hilti never forgot his father asking him at age 14 what he wanted to do with his life. The answer: “Build motors — electric motors.” This was in 1930 in Lichtenstein, a small country wedged between Austria and Switzerland. That answer did not change even after earning a degree in applied mathematics. So, Martin…
First ever fire-resistant adhesive anchor
Hilti‘s HIT-FP 700 R is the industry’s first fire-resistant injectable adhesive anchor for rebar connections. It’s a post-installed solution for concrete-to-concrete connections to help support engineers and contractors build safer fire-rated structures. Similar to cast-in anchors, this solution is easier to install, does not compromise building integrity under high temperatures, helps ensure code compliance, and…
Rethinking anchors: How innovation can take the stress out of the labor shortage
Sift through a few headlines, and you’ll likely come across news about labor shortages in several sectors. The trades are not immune. “Construction Workforce Shortage Tops Half a Million in 2023,” states the Associated Builders and Contractors. “Labor Shortages Forecast to Persist for Years,” predicts The Society for Human Resource Management. Blame what you will:…
Hilti develops cordless stud fusion system to simplify fastening on steel
In the natural resources and shipbuilding industries, high-quality welding, bolting, and clamping can be considered an art. Additionally, skilled labor continues to be in high demand, affecting the overall cost and delivery of projects. Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools, software, and services to the commercial construction industry, recognized this as an…
Hilti to expand its digital capabilities, acquiring 4PS Group
The Hilti Group says is taking the next strategic step to further expand its software business and plans to acquire 4PS Group, which specializes in providing business management (ERP) solutions. ERP, or enterprise resource planning, is an integrated business management system. Together, Hilti and the 4PS Group can strengthen their position to drive the digital…
New time-saving digital layout tool for job sites
Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools and technology to the commercial construction industry, has introduced the PLT 400, a digital layout tool designed to help job-site layout crews be more productive. With continued labor shortages and job-site restrictions, single-operator tools like the PLT 400 are becoming more essential. Hilti’s PLT tool technology allows the…
Dual action: Combining a mechanical anchor with a high-capacity adhesive
Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools, technology, and services to the commercial construction industry, introduces the Kwik-X Dual Action Anchor system, the first of its kind on the market, combining the high performance of adhesive anchors with the simplicity of screw anchors. Reducing multiple steps in the conventional adhesive anchor installation process, Kwik-X…
Consider wearing this to relieve neck pain when working overhead
Hilti Group, a global provider of tools, technology, software, and services to the commercial construction industry, has introduced the new EXO-S Shoulder Exoskeleton — a wearable construction device designed to help relieve shoulder and neck fatigue when working overhead by lowering physical strain. The EXO-S Shoulder Exoskeleton is ideal for continuous or repetitive overhead tasks, with…
10 notable fastener innovations from 2022
The global industrial fasteners market garnered revenue of about U.S. $80 billion in 2022, according to the latest market data from Research Nester, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down. The same can be said for the adhesives sector. There’s been an ongoing surge in construction and industrial markets since the pandemic. This is…
Hilti ranked eighth among the world’s best workplaces in 2022
Hilti, a global provider of tools, technology, and services to the commercial construction industry, has been cited as one of the World’s Best Workplaces for 2022. The accolades are given by Great Place to Work (GPTW), the worldwide industry leader in quantifying employee experience. This is the sixth time in the past eleven years in…
Hilti launches ON!Track Unite, a digital tool-tracking and asset-management platform
Hilti North America, an innovator of tools, technology, software, and services to the commercial construction industry is leading a fundamental shift in how customers run their businesses with the launch of ON!Track Unite, a new open Application Programming Interface (API) for software integration. The platform transforms what’s often complex and manual-based into a seamless digital experience…
A new cordless tool platform with built-in connectivity
Hilti Group, an innovator of tools, technology, software, and services to the commercial construction industry, has launched Nuron, a new 22V cordless battery platform that’s designed to provide users with a fully connected experience. Nuron reinvents how construction professionals work on job sites, tackle health and safety challenges, and manage their businesses — providing power…
Hilti and Trackunit partner to advance digital transformation in the construction industry
Hilti and Trackunit have announced a strategic partnership to advance digital transformation in the construction industry. The companies are teaming up to improve asset management while bringing global scale to the tool and equipment connectivity domain. The Hilti Group supplies the worldwide construction and energy industries with technologically advanced products, systems, software, and services. Together…
Hilti unveils automated core drilling solution
Hilti North America, an innovator of tools, technology, software, and services to the commercial construction industry, has unveiled a semi-autonomous core drilling solution. The DD 250-CA diamond core drill paired with the Cut-Assist Auto Feed unit gives the operator an assisted experience by intuitively guiding the drill through the entire drilling process. With this semi-autonomous…
Global chemical anchors market to hit $1.2 billion by 2028
The global chemical anchors market size is expected to reach U.S.$1.20 billion by 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2020 to 2028. This is according to a new report, Global Chemical Anchors Market 2020-2028, from ResearchAndMarkets. The rising demand for chemical anchors across industrial and infrastructure projects is primarily owing to their superior performance…
Hilti launches digital training platform for contractors
Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools, technology, software, and services to the commercial construction industry has launched Hilti Academy, a comprehensive on-demand training platform for contractors. The recent announcement affirms Hilti’s investment in the digital transformation of the construction industry and strengthens its leadership as a provider of productivity solutions. Hilti Academy is…
Hilti offers “Tool Box Talks” in support of Construction Safety Week
As part of its mission to support safer job sites and a safer industry for workers, Hilti — an innovator of tools and technology — participated with several initiatives and information in honor of Construction Safety Week. Safety Week, which happens annually at the beginning of May, focuses on prioritizing physical and psychological safety in the…
Hilti introduces an easier to use and install wedge anchor
Hilti North America, a commercial construction-focused technology, software, and services company, has expanded its concrete anchor portfolio with the launch of Kwik Bolt-TZ2 — a high-performing mechanical anchor that’s easier-to-install and can be used in more application and jobsite conditions than any other expansion anchor currently on the market. The innovation is proven to make…
Hilti launches software for smarter inventory tracking and asset management
Hilti North America, an innovator of tools and technology, has enhanced its tool and asset tracking solution ON!Track, making it easier for component suppliers and construction professionals to manage their businesses, assets, and job sites. As an Internet of Things (IoT) platform, ON!Track Generation 3.0 is now a software solution that provides instant clarity and efficiency…
Hilti introducs hammer drill for faster, heavy-duty concrete drilling
Hilti North America, a provider of tools, technology, software, and services to the commercial construction industry, expands its rotary and combination hammer tool portfolio with the next-generation TE 70-ATC/AVR, the most powerful SDS-Max combination hammer in its class. The new and improved tool will help commercial contractors and tradespeople drill up to 40% faster in reinforced…
A new drilling robot ensures faster and safer installations
Hilti, an innovator of tools, technology, software and services, launched its first robot a few months ago — Jaibot. The Hilti Jaibot construction robot is designed for semi-autonomous mobile ceiling-drilling, helping mechanical and electrical installation contractors tackle productivity, safety, and labor shortage challenges. The Jaibot executes its tasks based on building information modeling (BIM) data.…
How digitalization can lead to smarter fasteners
Several studies suggest that at least one to two hours are lost in productivity every day because workers are searching for or gathering important documents — many of which are still paper documents. A report specific to the construction industry found that 35% of workers spent time on non-productive activities, including looking for or detailing…