New timber cladding guide system

As part of an initiative undertaken by ITW Paslode New Zealand, JoltFast has launched a new system for fixing timber weatherboard that promises to significantly reduce installation time

The cordless Impulse system uses JoltFast’s new BRANZ-appraised, small, round head nails, with a steel anodized cladding guide to help installers quickly align the nails at equal distance from the cladding edge.

Nailing it

Three nail lengths are compatible with the new JoltFast system: 65mm, 75mm and 90mm. All three are hot-dipped galvanized and have a small round head – similar to a traditional Jolt nail used for timber weatherboard cladding with nail heads that are 56% smaller than regular framing nails.

The small head diameter enables the nail to be punched below the timber surface, causing minimal damage. This produces a cosmetic finish that is easy to fill and paint over, while still providing essential holding power.

Less time, less fuss

Traditionally, weatherboard application was done by hand, which made it a fairly time-consuming task. In recent years, other solutions have entered the market, but Paslode is convinced its new system is more simple and efficient.

“There are now several pneumatic solutions; however, these require predrilling, a compressor and hose on site, and all the health and safety issues that those methods entail,” says Paslode Senior Product Manager Daniel Birch.

The new Paslode system promises to reduce and simplify overall installation time

“The Impulse cordless solution is quick and easy compared to both hand hammering and pneumatic alternatives. The cordless tool alleviates the need to use a compressor and the steel anodized cladding guide eliminates the need to mark out horizontal nailing lines. There’s also less set up and pack down, as well as less to manage health and safety-wise.”

Birch says the response has been overwhelming.

“In this booming market, builders are looking to increase productivity as much as possible,” he says. “Anything that helps them work smarter and faster is key and the JoltFast range of nails with the Paslode Impulse system offers this.”

For more information, visit Paslode’s website: www.paslode.co.nz/JoltFast