6.5 × 132 mm Eurofala / Ekofala fastener for timber

Corrugated fibre-cement sheets need fixings that allow for their mineral composition and geometry. Screws intended for Eurofala and Ekofala connect the covering to its support while distributing compression appropriately around the hole. This differs significantly from fastening thin sheet metal. A matched assembly supports the whole roof and helps use the benefits of fibre cement on agricultural buildings and outbuildings.

The fixing point lies at a specified position on the corrugated profile, so the shape of the pressure-distributing component matters. A suitable washer and seal spread the load and protect the hole from water. Compared with the small head of a general-purpose screw alone, they increase the contact area with the covering. This is important for a mineral sheet, which does not deform like thin metal. A properly selected fixing maintains stability without treating the material as flexible sheet steel. On a cattle shed, feed store or shelter, each fixing participates in transferring wind actions, so compatibility with the covering matters more than a coincidental match in fastener length.

Fibre cement and the supporting structure respond to environmental changes, so the connection must allow for the covering’s intended movement. Selected specialist screws include features that enlarge the hole in the sheet, helping create the correct fixing geometry in one operation. Quick Fix solutions specified for particular sheets are one example. Compared with separate drilling followed by fastener installation, this reduces repetitive operations. The service result remains most important: the covering is secured and the detail maintains the required interaction between materials. This helps large corrugated sheets be installed efficiently even on extensive roofs with many similar fixing points.

The fastener works in the same environment as the roof, but its material may react differently from fibre cement. Selecting corrosion protection for the humidity and environmental aggressiveness helps maintain a consistent covering specification. Available solutions may use particular protective coatings or suitable stainless steel. The anchored section must also suit the timber or steel support. The owner gains a fixing that accounts for both building conditions and its structure. The fastener’s value lies in matching the whole roof: it should work with the sheet, and its protection should suit the service environment. A small component helps protect the much larger investment in the covering and the space beneath it.

At SteelProfil, we match Eurofala and Ekofala fixings to the support type. We offer attractive prices and regular promotions. Our wider roofing range includes stocked materials in first and second grades, making it convenient to combine the covering purchase with the required fasteners.