HOW TO select the right nail for concrete - a Hilti quick guide to direct fastening

There’s a large variety of nails to choose from for direct fastening applications. Our quick guide will help determine which nail best suits the job at hand. For more information visit: https://www.us.hilti.com/direct-faste... Not all nails are created equal. It’s not always easy to understand the differences between the various nail types and to select the right nail for your needs. Our fastening systems are designed to achieve maximum performance in a wide range of applications. So what determines nail performance? Multiple factors such as concrete properties, nail design and the fastening system used can influence how a nail performs on your jobsite. The three main factors that define the suitability of a nail for use on concrete are: stick rate (i.e. the percentage of nails that hold securely), holding values and the cost of the nail. How should you select the right nail for concrete? Watch the video and find out more about the influencing factors.