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Yuyao Cili Machinery Co., Ltd.

Yuyao Cili Machinery Co., Ltd. is located in Yuyao City, Zhejiang Province, on the south bank of Hangzhou Bay Bridge, the center of the economic triangle connecting Shanghai, Hangzhou, and Ningbo, with a geographical environment and convenient transportation. As China Drywall Screws Manufacturers and Drywall Screws Factory, the company has passed ISO9001-2008 quality management certification, the factory covers an area of 15,000 square meters, the factory has more than 200 employees, specializing in self-tapping self-drilling screws wood screws, and window expansion screws design and production, the company's annual output value of about 10 million US dollars, the monthly output of about 1000 tons.

Our factory has a full set of production equipment, including wire drawing, annealing cold beating, clamping, rolling, advanced equipment, professional technical personnel, and a quality inspection team to ensure we can provide customers with high-quality products. With many years of experience accumulated in the fastener industry, we can better according to the samples or drawings provided by customers and production.

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How to control the tightening force of drywall screws?
Drywall screws play a key role in the field of construction and decoration. They are responsible for fixing drywall materials such as gypsum board to the wall structure. It is crucial to properly control the tightening force of drywall screws, because over-tightening can cause drywall cracks and screws to loosen, which in turn affects the overall construction quality and safety. With years of experience and advanced equipment, Yuyao Cili Machinery Co., Ltd. is able to provide customers with high-quality drywall screws to ensure that they can perform well in actual applications.
Drywall screws are designed to ensure close contact with gypsum board or drywall without damaging the material. They usually have self-tapping threads to ensure a solid fixation in the drywall. The screw head is usually designed to prevent over-embedding and ensure a flat drywall surface. Understanding the basic characteristics of screws can help control the correct tightening force.
Choosing the appropriate installation tools
Power tools: When using electric screwdrivers or electric drills, you should choose tools with torque adjustment functions. Yuyao Cili Machinery Co., Ltd.'s screw production process ensures that the size and quality of the screws meet international standards and can work effectively with the adjustment function of these tools. The torque adjustment function allows the operator to set a preset torque value to ensure that the screw is not over-tightened.
Hand tools: If using a manual screwdriver, it is recommended to use a tool with torque limitation, such as a torque screwdriver, to avoid damage caused by excessive force.
Strategies for controlling tightening force
Set the appropriate torque: Determine the appropriate tightening torque based on the specifications of the screw and the thickness of the wall material. For example, for general drywall applications, the recommended torque range is usually between 6 and 10Nm. Exceeding this range may cause wall damage or screw loosening.
Step-by-step tightening: When installing multiple screws, the step-by-step tightening method can avoid excessive force in some areas. Gradual tightening helps distribute pressure and prevent drywall cracking caused by local over-tightening.
Monitor and adjust the tightening process
Regular inspection: During the installation process, regularly check the tightening effect of the screws. Make sure that the head of the screw is flush with the drywall surface and should not be embedded in the drywall. The use of a torque tester can accurately measure the tightening force to ensure that the specified torque value is met.
Adjust tightening strategy: If you find that some screws are overtightened, you can slightly adjust the position or use filling materials to repair the damaged parts. Avoid drilling holes in the same location multiple times to reduce drywall damage.
Dealing with the consequences of overtightening
Repair damage: If cracks or dents appear in the drywall due to overtightening of screws, they should be repaired immediately. You can use drywall patch to fill the holes, sand the surface to make it flat, and then reinstall the screws.
Preventive measures: Before construction, you can lightly mark the intended screw positions on the drywall to avoid misoperation. Make sure that the installation position and force of each screw meet the design requirements.