Knowledge Centre
Anchors
Nylon Plugs Overview and Installation Guide
This resource provides an overview of the key features of Nylon Plugs, explaining their key features and effectiveness as anchor points for solid masonry walls.
Anchor Fasteners Overview and Applications
This resource presents a guide to selecting the best anchor for your construction needs.
Wedge Anchor Installation Guide
Follow our easy four step guide on how to install a wedge anchor.
Hollow Wall Anchor Installation Guide
Follow our easy three step guide to installing a hollow wall anchor.
Chem Set Stud Installation Guide
This resource outlines an easy to follow six-step guide on installing a chem set stud.
Screw Bolt Installation Guide
In this resource, you can learn how to install hex washer face, countersunk screw bolts, and eye screw bolts.
Bolts
Coach Screws Installation Guide
Milsons offer a comprehensive size range of Coach Screws, available in Mild Steel, with an HDG finish, as well as 304 & 316 Stainless Steel.
Hex Bolt and Nut Marking Identification
This resource provides clear illustrations of different markings on Hex Head Bolts and Nuts.
Bolts vs Screws – Differences and when to use each one
This resource highlights the key differences between bolts and screws.
Yield and Proof Loads of Bolts
In this resource, you can learn the differences between Yield Load, Proof Load and Ultimate Tensile Loads.
Tightening Torque Guide
This resource is a guide to the amount of applied torque needed for different bolt sizes.
Engineering Supplies
Coach Screws Installation Guide
Milsons offer a comprehensive size range of Coach Screws, available in Mild Steel, with an HDG finish, as well as 304 & 316 Stainless Steel.
Hex Bolt and Nut Marking Identification
This resource provides clear illustrations of different markings on Hex Head Bolts and Nuts.
Bolts vs Screws – Differences and when to use each one
This resource highlights the key differences between bolts and screws.
Yield and Proof Loads of Bolts
In this resource, you can learn the differences between Yield Load, Proof Load and Ultimate Tensile Loads.
Tightening Torque Guide
This resource is a guide to the amount of applied torque needed for different bolt sizes.
Nuts
Hex Bolt and Nut Marking Identification
This resource provides clear illustrations of different markings on Hex Head Bolts and Nuts.
Nuts – Overview and Dimensions
Nuts are a common type of fastener which contain an internal threaded hole.
Locking Nuts
Learn more about the different types of locking nuts available from Nyloc Nuts, Conelock Nuts, Half Nuts, Serrated Flange Nuts and Fuji Lock Nuts.
Metric Hex Nuts Proof Load Properties
In this resource you can learn more about the proof load properties of hex nuts, including stress under proof load and minimum proof load properties to help with your project needs.
Hex Bolt, Nut and Set Screw Across the Flat Sizes
This resource provides the Across Flat Sizes (AF) of both metric and imperial hex bolts, nuts and set screws.
Pins
How to Measure a Cotter Pin
This resource presents a diagram on how to measure a Cotter Pin also known as a Split Pin.
Screws
Choosing the Right Stainless Steel Fastener
This guide breaks down the key differences between T304, T316, and T410 stainless steel fasteners, helping engineers and builders select the right option for strength, corrosion resistance, and cost-efficiency across a range of environments.
Guide to choosing and installing different types of screws
Learn more about choosing the right screw for your project needs.
Bolts vs Screws – Differences and when to use each one
This resource highlights the key differences between bolts and screws.
Types of Screws and their Applications
Screws come in a variety of different designs, which are tailored to specific applications.
Screw Diameters and Pilot Holes
Many screw types require a pilot hole to be drilled before they are installed.
Screws – Head Types, Drive Types, and Drill Points
In this resource you can learn more about the different screw head types, drive types and drill types for all your project needs.
Socket Head
Ultimate Tensile Loads for Threaded Fasteners
Read more on the minimum metric and imperial ultimate tensile loads for threaded fasteners based on ISO standards.
Hex Head and Socket Head General Dimensions
In this resource you can learn about the general dimensions of Hex Head, Socket Head and Nut products.
Stainless Hardware
Types of Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel differs from Carbon Steel as it has the addition of Chromium, and must be at least 11% Chromium to be classified as Stainless Steel.
Structural
High Strength Friction Grip (HSFG) bolts
High Strength Friction Grip (HSFG) bolts are high strength steel bolted connections whose bolt shank contain a pre-induced tension.
Stud Bar & Nuts
Stud Bolt and Nut – Technical Information
In this resource you can learn more about the different stud bolts and nuts we offer from B7, B8M, and L7 studs ranging from ½” to 2 ½” in diameter.
Tightening Torque Guide
This resource is a guide to the amount of applied torque needed for different bolt sizes.
Nuts – Overview and Dimensions
Nuts are a common type of fastener which contain an internal threaded hole.
Threaded Rod
Washers
Hardened Washers – Standard Tolerances
This resource provides a measurement guide for hardened washer standard tolerances based on the ASTM standard F436.
Types of Washers
Learn more about the different types of washers we stock and the different finishes available.