The Falcon Hex Pins are an innovative fastener providing significantly greater pullout resistance than typical straight pins or staples. Available in configurations specialized for different soil types, the Falcon Hex Pins improve pullout performance in soft or sandy soils, compact, cohesive soils, and even hard, rocky soils. This allows for better tie down of seams, simple simulated check trench construction and replacement of more costly hardware in some instances. The Falcon Hex Pins are installed using a hand drill with a standard 1.5" Hex socket, no specialized equipment in necessary. Installing the fasteners is quick and easy. Galvanized for long life, and more durable than hand driven fasteners, Falcon Hex Pins are more reliable and provide greater confidence in blanket or TRM tie down.
Falcon Hex Pins come in four variants, each with multiple length configurations. The HS-8 and HS-12 are designed for loose soils, think S for soft, sandy, or silty soils. The HC-8 and HC-12 are optimized for compact, cohesive and heavy clay soils. The HR-8 and HR-12 are suitable for hard, rocky soils, and the HP-8 and HP-12 are designed for quick installation of fabrics and mats.
Falcon Hex Pins can be used in conjunction with just about any RECP, however, they are ideally suited to TRM tie-down. The large-diameter head gives ample catch without the need for additional washers. In comparison to other fasteners, Falcon Hex Pins provide up to ten times the pullout resistance of other fasteners. Typically, a minimum of 25-50 pounds of pullout resistance is required for a TRM installation. In soil soils, staples or straight pins may only provide 10-15. Falcon Hex Pins make these projects viable with greater than sufficient pullout in poor soils.
HS Coil: Soft, Sandy Soils
HC Coil: Compact, Clay Soils
HR Coil: Hard, Rocky Soils
HP Straight Pin: Quick Installation of Fabrics & Mats
Additionally, Falcon Hex Pins are galvanized to extend the life of the fasteners when in place. This can significantly increase the performance of any TRM system, especially in conditions where vegetation is slow to establish.
Falcon Hex pins install using a cordless hand drill with custom tool or a standard 1.5" hex socket. They do not require specialized chucks for installation. Considering placement, hammer effort, and breakage, the Falcon Hex pins are more convenient and efficient to install.
Configuration Options
Pullout Resistance
Compatible with All TRMs