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The bridge sector is currently facing significant infrastructure challenges, heightened by the push for net zero emissions and the aging of existing structures. It’s more critical than ever to prioritize innovative solutions such as Greenkote® TCBs that focus on carbon reduction, circularity, and cost-effective maintenance in every stage of bridge design, construction, and maintenance. This
Julia demonstrated a high degree of ease & proficiency installing a TCB! A natural steel erector! Her Excellency : Julia Longbottom CMG, Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Japan clearly thoroughly enjoyed installing a TCB! Like the UK; Japan is blessed with a long coastline, deep seas and strong wind — a great combination for
It was pleasure to present to FLOWRA – Floating Offshore Wind Technology Research Association in Tokyo. The advantages of Greenkote HRC Assemblies are increasingly recognised globally. Tension Control Bolt Ltd are proud to drive forward the commercialization of floating offshore wind power generation; accelerating towards a carbon-neutral society; jointly addressing research themes that reduce costs, reduce risks and promote
On the 6th February 2025, The Lord Lieutenant of North Wales, Henry George Fetherstonhaugh, visited TCB house to present Tim Stokes (TCB MD) with their award for International Trade which TCB won in May 2024. The Lord Lieutenant, representing King Charles III, realizes just how easy it is to install a TCB with the support
On Tuesday 4th February 2025, Head of Group Procurement for Severfield Plc, John Florence (right) had a tour of TCB’s state of the art facility in Wrexham. Hosted by, amongst others, TCB’s Operations Manager Phil Wilkinson, John saw the Greenkote lines, the brand-new laboratory and the 70,000 sq. ft warehouse carrying the largest stock of
We are thrilled to announce that Tension Control Bolts Ltd will be exhibiting at one of Europe’s premier supply chain and networking events—the NDA Supply Chain Event! Join us on January 16th at the International Centre in Telford, where we’ll be located at Stand E4. At our stand, we will demonstrate our top-of-the-line pre-loaded assemblies,
The restoration of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is an endeavor that has captured the attention of the world since the devastating fire on April 15, 2019, severely damaged the iconic structure. Tension Control Bolts Ltd together with the Baudin Chateuneuf group are delighted to contribute to this monumental heritage endeavour; helping to return the
Many thanks to Alstom Transport in Barcelona for hosting recent training sessions. Tension Control Bolts from TCB Ltd are critical aspect of the assembly, maintenance, and safety of trains and trams globally for Alstom Transport . Trains operate in demanding environments —subject to high stress, vibrations, and extremes of temperatures —Greenkote® TCBs are integral to
Fantastic photos and excellent feedback have come in from the prominent international fabricator Norton Edificios Industriales. The Norton EI team is currently busy constructing another COSTCO building in Malmo, Sweden. A range of Tension Control Bolts with various diameters have been successfully installed at COSTCO warehouses and distribution centres internationally. The project sites include Zaragoza,
Many thanks to Taziker Industrial for hosting a recent visit to Granton Gas works – an amazing transformation ! Now at an advanced stage with primarily M22 diameter TCBs replacing rivets in this listed structure, a restoration of the 123-year-old gas holder. TCBs were specified by Tetra Tech and installed by amazing Taziker crew. A
Greenkote® anti-corrosion protection
Tension Control Bolts Ltd has its own metal coating plant producing an environmentally friendly anti-corrosion coating called Greenkote, which is comparable to galvanising, although it is harder wearing and readily accepts all paint systems. Learn more about Greenkote.
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