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Tiger Claw Gun Comparison Video on Kuikenbrothers.com

Friday, 13 April 2012 12:53

The Tiger Claw TC-G fastener for grooved decking has proven to be one of the fastest installation tools for decking and now you can speed up that installation time even more with the Tiger Claw Installation Gun. There are a number of options on the market, so check out the video below to see how they compare.  A 16' deck board can be installed in just a few minutes!

Watch the Tiger Claw Installation Gun video below:

For more information on the Tiger Claw Installation Gun, feel free to give us a call or stop by any of our locations today!

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Watch the Fastenmaster ThruLOK vs Carriage Bolts Video on Kuikenbrothers.com

Monday, 09 April 2012 15:28

Kuiken Brothers is stocking Fastenmaster's ThruLOK system. Check out the video below to see how this compares to the traditional carriage bolt installation and we will let you decide which product is right for you!

Watch the video below:

 

The ThruLOK system combines the speed of a LOK product with the strength of a through-bolted connection in three decking applications: Single 2x to 4x Decking Posts (6 1⁄4"), Notched 6x Carrying Beams (7") and Double 2x to Single 4x Decking Posts (8").

ThruLOK is a three-part assembly including a ThruLOK fastener featuring the patent-pending Paddle Point™, engineered washer, and LOK-Nut. Other features include:

  • No predrilling required
  • Installs with an 18 volt cordless drill
  • No drill bits or wrenches required
  • Galvanized coating meets IRC ACQ corrosion requirement
  • Lifetime performance guarantee

If you would like more information on the Fastenmaster ThruLOK products, please give us a call or fill out the Contact Us form here on our website and we will follow up with you right away.

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Cap-Tor Screws for Kleer, Trex Transcend, Modernview, Horizon Decking - Available at Kuiken Brothers in NJ & NY

Thursday, 09 February 2012 20:41

Kuiken Brothers is now stocking the Cap-Tor screws to accommodate some of our new decking lines, including Kleer Decking, ModernView Decking, Trex Decking and Fiberon Horizon.

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Cap-Tor is the only screw on the market designed specifically for capstock or coextruded decking. Cap-Tor provides the same level of performance in composite decking as Starborn's previous composite screws, but features additional design modifications that address some of the particular problems that occur with capstock, including curled waste, dimpling and white shear, as soon below.

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(Above - Examples of what can occur with competitive products when used with capstock PVC decking. Cap-Tor is designed to provide a clean, smooth and uniform appearance)

Capstock decking has an extra strong and stable outer layer with more natural looking grains and colors. Typical composite decking fasteners cause several defects in the surface of capstock (dimpling, white shear and curled waste). Capstock decks fastened with Cap-Tor have a clean, smooth and uniform appearance around the screw. With Cap-Tor, the superior finish, grain and color of capstock decking is undiminished by the fasteners used to install it.

Below is a quick chart for you to reference when choosing a color matched screw:

 

Brown_34_ Brown #34
Horizon Ipe & Rosewood
Trex Transcend Transcen Lava Rock, Tree House, Fire Pit, Spiced Rum
ModernView Auburn, Java
Kleer Brazilian Redwood, Golden Teak, Espresso

Gray_37_ Gray #37
Trex Transcend Pewter Gray
ModernView Slate
Kleer Hearthstone
 
Warm_Gray_54_ Warm Gray #54
Horizon Castle Gray
Kleer Cobblestone
 
Sand_64_ Sand #64
Trex Transcend Rope Swing
Kleer Sand Dune
 
Rosy_Brown_65_ Rosy Brown #65
Horizon Tudor Brown
 
Chocolate_71_ Chocolate #71
Trex Transcend Vintage Lantern
 
Cedar_81_ Cedar #81
ModernView Amber
Kleer Sequoia
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Simpson Strong-Tie Strong-Drive Structural Wood Screws - Now in Stock at Kuiken Brothers Locations in NJ & NY

Monday, 23 January 2012 22:38

Simpson Strong-Tie has launched a new series of structural wood screws for fastening multi-ply truss and engineered-wood assemblies.

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The new Strong-Drive SDW screws install from one side, firmly cinching plies together while eliminating the need to flip heavy girders.

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The bold thread design of the SDW allows installers to fasten 2, 3 and 4-ply trusses or 1 3/4" engineered lumber from one side, saving time. The SDW features a large, flush head which makes applying drywall much simpler since the head doesn't protrude from the girder. In addition, the high shear strength of the SDW cuts down the number of fasteners required, reducing material and labor cost.

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The Strong-Drive SDW screw series is offered in eight lengths from 2 7/8" to 6 3/4". For additional information, please join us for an upcoming Contractor Connection Demo Day or give us a call and we will follow up with you right away.

 

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Fastenmaster ThruLok Structural Wood to Wood Fasteners - Available at Kuiken Brothers in NJ & NY

Saturday, 12 February 2011 13:32

ThruLOK is the newest addition to the FastenMaster LOK Line of structural wood-to-wood fasteners. ThruLOK offers the speed of a LOK Line Product and the strength of a through-bolted connection. ThruLOK is a three-part assembly including a ThruLOK fastener featuring the patent-pending Paddle Point™, engineered washer, and LOK-Nut.
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Put the ThruLOK-Washer on the ThruLOK screw with the teeth of the washer facing away from the head of the fastener. No predrilling required when properly installed.

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(Fastenmaster's ThruLok Post to Rim application)

 

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(Fastenmaster's ThruLok Post with Blocking Application)


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(Fastenmaster's ThruLok Carrying Beam application)


Using a 1⁄2" high torque variable speed drill (18V if cordless), drive the ThruLOK until washer and hex head are just above the wood surface (approx 1⁄4") and point of screw protrudes out other side of connection. Thread the ThruLOK-Nut onto point of fastener. Hand tighten nut until flush with wood. Tighten screw with drill. Repeat to match code-compliant fastening pattern.

NOTE: Point of fastener must engage in ThruLok-Nut to “MIN” line or beyond.


ThruLOK comes in specific lengths that allow contractors to replace their 1⁄2" carriage and through-bolts in three primary deck applications:
  • 6 1⁄4" fastener – Single 2x to 4x Decking Posts
  • 7" fastener – Notched 6x Carrying Beams
  • 8" fastener – Double 2x to Single 4x Decking Posts
  • No predrilling required
  • Installs with an 18 volt cordless drill
  • No drill bits or wrenches required
  • Galvanized coating meets IRC ACQ corrosion requirement
  • Lifetime performance guarantee

ThruLOK is a code-compliant way to attach deck posts and to secure carrying beams.

 

If you would like more information on Fastenmaster's ThruLok product line, please fill out the Kuiken Brothers Contact Us form and be sure to type in "Fastenmaster ThruLok" in the comments/ questions field. A Kuiken Brothers sales representative will follow up with you as soon as possible.

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