Powder Actuated Fastening Tools

An alternative means of fastening masonry and steel to a wide range of materials is to use explosive powered hand-held
fastening tools. These tools are commonly called Powder Actuated Fastening Tools. Powder Actuated Fastening tools are
widely used throughout industry, particularly in the construction industry.
 
This program covers a wide range of aspects relating to the safe and effective use of Powder Actuated Fastening Tools.
 
 
            *          Types of Powder Actuated Fastening Tools
 
            *          The components of Powder Actuated Fastening Tools
 
            *          Explosive charges
 
            *          Personal safety
 
            *          Operational safety
 
            *          Preparing a low velocity tool for use
 
            *          Firing the tool
 
            *          Fasteners and their selection
                        (a) Fixing to concrete
                        (b) Fixing to steel
 
 
This program is designed for experienced operators and students as an operational safety guide on Powder Actuated Fastening
Tools.
 
 
RUNNING TIME: 13 Minutes