Hilti Blog

What are the five construction trends for 2020?

The construction industry is ever-evolving and has seen the creation of all sorts of technological innovations in recent years, designed to combat some of the most common day-to-day challenges that workers face. But, where will this new decade take us?

Anchor Installation Procedure

What does cracked concrete, failed jobsite inspections and carrying maximum loads safely all have in common? They’re related to anchors. However, we’re not willing to compromise on the above and so we can provide solutions to all of them to ensure a safe and efficient anchor installation procedure. 

The story of riveting

Riveting is used in all types of construction but where did it all begin? Here are our top 5 interesting rivet facts.

What makes Hilti tool service so special?

Accidents and breakdowns happen. Fortunately, Hilti tool service can get you back on track in no time.

How to reduce long tool service times

Long tool service times can be time consuming and costly - Here’s how to reduce them.

Can you afford to keep writing-off lost tool inventory?

Is the size of your tool park costing you time and money? Here’s how best to optimise your tool park to increase construction productivity.

Is your tool park a blackhole?

Is the size of your tool park costing you time and money? Here’s how best to optimise your tool park to increase construction productivity.

How to reduce the number of tools failing a PAT test

Got too many tools failing PAT tests? Is this affecting overall construction site safety? Here are some ways you can prevent this - it’s easier than you think.

5 ways to reduce site accidents in your construction business

Accidents happen - that doesn’t mean they have to. This guide gives you 5 key ways to optimise construction site safety strategy.

Why spreadsheets are behind non-compliance problems

The construction industry is unprogressive when it comes to new technology, which is affecting construction site safety - here’s why spreadsheets are to blame.

3 causes of HAVS on construction sites and how to avoid them

As health and safety is a topic of importance, we sat down with HSS to highlight the three causes of HAVS on construction sites and how to avoid them.

Construction tools selection guide

Are you struggling to decide on the right tool for the job?  We’ve created a construction tool selection guide to make your decision easier and simpler. 

Why is accuracy so important in construction?

There's a new addition to the Hilti laser family. But, why is accuracy so important in construction?

How to calculate the true cost of tools ownership

Find out how reducing your toolpark through lean thinking can improve construction site productivity.

Construction companies are no longer using spreadsheets

Find out why businesses are moving away from spreadsheets and choosing digital asset management systems.

Three ways to reduce tool theft

According to research, 51% of builders in the UK are victims of tool theft, with a van broken into every 23 minutes.

Not all anchors are born equal

Here at Hilti installing anchors safely and correctly is key, but how are anchors made? And what facts can we learn about Hilti anchors. 

How to select the right Hilti fixings and inserts for the job

We discuss how to select the right Hilti inserts and fixings for your job through our ultimate, premium or standard range of consumables.

Cordless technology: It's more than a revolution, it's a way of life

Join the cordless revolution. Understand the voltage and amp hours to select the right batteries fitting to your tool park. 

How to reduce the time taken to manage your tool park

Tool parks can take up considerable time, find out six ways to improve your construction site productivity and reduce the time taken to manage your inventory.

5 signs that you have a tool inventory challenge

Find out the five main problems that you can address to help a tool inventory challenge and improve your construction site productivity.

How asset management software can boost productivity in the construction sector

By reducing wasted hours and improving workers’ access to tools, asset management software can have a major impact on construction site productivity. 

Myth-Busting Hand-Arm Vibration Monitoring

At Hilti, we understand the growing concern for Health & Safety Managers around Hand-Arm vibration so we think it’s about time to bust some myths…

How to make the business case for the quality tools that your team needs

If you're looking to make a case for purchasing more quality tools for your team, we have the key factors to consider.

Three causes of poor inventory management

Poor tool inventory management can affect all construction businesses - from self-employed tradesmen to the biggest multinational companies.

Why having the correct tools is the key to improving construction site productivity

Having the right tools for the job speeds up work, reduced downtime saves time and costs and means less time wasted looking for tools.

How to solve challenges when designing a steel to concrete connection

Steel to concrete connection detailing is a tricky business, but we discuss the challenges and how to solve them with PROFIS engineering anchor design software.

Discover a Smarter Pipe Press Process

Since we launched the tool in August last year, we’ve had loads of questions from our community on social media  surrounding the pipe press process, the press jaws and about the tool itself; so, we’ve got our Product Manager for Cordless, Dean Murphy, to answer the top 9 questions.

5 Tips and tricks on battery safety

Here’s five tips and tricks on battery safety from Moritz, our Cordless Product Manager, that can help you to boost productivity and lifespan of your batteries.