The Importance of High-Quality Anchor Bolts in Ensuring Structural Stability

In construction, small components often make the biggest difference. Anchor bolts, though hidden beneath concrete or steel, are essential to the integrity and long-term stability of any structure.

They form the critical connection between a building and its foundation, transferring loads, resisting external forces, and helping the structure stay anchored — especially during high winds, seismic events, or other environmental stresses. When anchor bolts fail, the result can be structural shifting or even collapse.

That’s why selecting high-quality, precisely fabricated anchor bolts is so important. At Threadline, we manufacture anchor bolts that meet the strictest standards, helping your projects stay safe, secure, and compliant.

Here’s a breakdown of our most trusted anchor bolt types.

Double-Ended Studs

Double-ended studs feature threading on both ends, with a plain shank in the middle. They are widely used for structural steel connections, tensioning assemblies, and concrete embedment with exposed thread for future attachment.

  • Fully or partially threaded to suit your needs
  • Common in bridges, steel columns, and heavy equipment mounting
  • Installed with nuts and washers on each end for load transfer
  • Custom fabricated to length, diameter, and finish requirements

Bent Anchor Bolts

Our bent anchor bolts are designed for concrete embedment and customized for specific load conditions and configurations.

L-Bend Anchor Bolts

  • Bent at 90° for solid anchorage in concrete
  • Commonly used to anchor sill plates and base plates

Custom Bent Bolts

  • Fabricated to unique customer specs (e.g., 22° bends)
  • Ideal for specialized foundation applications

Eye Bolts

  • Round eye at one end (formed or welded) for attachment of chains, rods, or hooks
  • Used in both structural and rigging applications

Hook Bolts

  • Hooked end with thread on the opposite side
  • Provides a secure, easy-to-install anchor point

J-Bolt Anchors & Rounded Bolts

  • J-shaped anchor bolts for embedment in concrete
  • Frequently used in highway and bridge construction

Round or Square U-Bolts

  • U-shaped with threaded ends
  • Ideal for fastening pipes, conduit, or round materials to structural supports
  • Formed to fit around specific diameters of round piping
  • Used in plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical applications

Headed Bolts

Threadline offers a full selection of headed bolts engineered for load-bearing, structural connections.

A325 Structural Bolts

  • Heavy hex bolts for steel-to-steel structural joints
  • Available with plain or galvanized finish and various strength grades

Tension Control Bolts

  • Integrated spline ensures precise tension during installation
  • Requires specialized electric shear wrench
  • Common in high-strength steel connections

Carriage Bolts / Carriage Anchors

  • Domed head with square neck to prevent spin during tightening
  • Ideal for wood framing or square-holed steel components

Hex Head Bolts

  • Six-sided head, industry standard for structural and mechanical fastening
  • Available in multiple finishes and strength grades

Lag Screws / Lag Bolts

  • Large-diameter fasteners for wood or lag-shield anchors
  • Zinc or HDG coated for corrosion resistance

Socket Head Bolts

  • Low-profile hex insert design, used with Allen keys or drivers
  • Often used where flush mounting or clearance is important

Deco-Type Anchor Bolts

Deco-type anchor bolts are heavy-duty, embedded anchor bolts designed for industrial and equipment applications.

  • Ideal for anchoring machinery bases, steel columns, and equipment pads
  • Typically embedded in concrete with threaded ends for base plate connections
  • Designed to withstand dynamic loads and vibration
  • Custom configurations available for unique installation layouts or load requirements

Why Choose Threadline?

All our anchor bolts are fabricated in-house at our Charlotte, NC facility using U.S.-sourced steel, ensuring quality, traceability, and compliance with Buy America(n) and DOT project requirements. We offer standard sizes and fast turnaround on custom orders — often in as little as 2–3 days.

Whether you’re working on commercial construction, government-funded infrastructure, or heavy industrial installations, Threadline has the anchor bolt solutions to match.Contact our team today to get started on your next project or to request a quote.

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