Providing high-quality tools and consumables has been a prime objective of Hilti International, a global force in the construction tools business. For the interior finishing market, particularly for drywall and suspended ceilings, Hilti offers a comprehensive range of tools to satisfy professionals who require enhanced performance and speed.

Drywall is a part of interior finishing involving fixing either drywall tracks or squared timber to the floors, walls and ceilings of a concrete or steel structure. Then gypsum plasterboards are fixed to the tracks by using screws.

Hilti provides system solutions including laser positioning systems, powder-actuated tools and anchors, screw and firestop systems for professional drywallers for tasks such as measuring, cutting, opening, fastening and closing. These systems and the accessories are well thought-out, making the entire system logical and practical for daily work on job sites.

Laser positioning system

Hilti laser tools enable work to be done much faster than traditional tools and require just a single operator. Saving time, of course, is synonymous with earning money.

The PM24 multi-directional laser with four laser beams self levels in only three seconds at the touch of a button, allowing four tasks - plumbing, levelling, aligning at right angles or transferring measuring points - to be carried out accurately for spans of up to 30 m.

The PD22/PD28 laser range meters measure distances with laser precision and perform complete area and volume calculations. They also measure the circumference and spacing and incorporate a dimension transfer feature for dividing up space in a room. They are also easy to use, accurate, convenient and safe for measurements in inaccessible places.

Aligning drywall framing and suspended ceilings, setting out horizontal, vertical as well as inclined planes and determining or transferring right angles can also be done very easily with the PR16 rotating laser. Its clearly visible laser beam and simple beam catcher enables uninterrupted hands-free operation because the laser beam can be extended to a standing reference line and levelling is automatically monitored.

Cutting and sanding

Saws and sanders from Hilti are easy on the operator and offer top performance.

A wide range of state-of-the-art circular saws, jigsaws and random-orbit sanders is available in the Hilti product range.

Powder-actuated tools/anchors

Hilti offers the best methods for reliable fastening, whether powder-actuated systems or screws and anchors are needed - and they save time and money.

The DX351 is a powder-actuated tool specially developed for drywall track installation. This fully automatic tool is small, extremely light and safe, with very low recoil noise level, making it suitable for quick serial fastenings.

Besides single or collate drywall nails, various fasteners such as the X-CC ceiling clip or the X-HS suspension system can also be used with the DX351 for reliable and convenient fastenings for ceiling suspension.

In overhead applications, productivity can be greatly enhanced with the help of an extension system called Pole Tool, which is a practical and ideal accessory.

When installing drywalls with anchors, the TE2 rotary hammer drill, supported by the complementary TE-CX drill bit programme, provides very high drilling performance, thanks to a powerful motor, robust chuck and well-proven motor and gearing concept.

Depending on the fastening requirements, various drywall anchors can be used - for example, the all-round HPS impact anchor for track fastening and framing, the HSA stud anchor with European Technical Approval (ETA) for fastenings where safety counts, the HUS screw anchor for fastening tracks for raised/computer floors, and the DBZ wedge anchor or HA8 hook anchor for quick and reliable anchoring for ceiling suspensions.

Other drywall anchors such as the HHD-S cavity anchor, the HLD light-duty anchor, the HUD-1 universal anchor and the HSP/HFP self-drilling anchor are simple and economical solutions for serial fastenings.

Screw systems

Hilti tools have a superior ergonomic design, making them efficient and easy on the operator, reducing fatigue and increasing his productivity.

The SF4000 drywall screwdriver is ideal for various drywall screw fastenings in every base material. This extremely light tool offers an easy grip and no cooling air or dust blows in the operator's face.

Even higher productivity is achieved when the tool is converted, in a matter of seconds, from a single fastening device to a magazine screwdriver with a SMI 55 screw magazine.

For other universal fastenings on drywalls, the high torque cordless screwdrivers SF 100-A, SF 121-A or SF 150-A are extremely convenient, having a high battery capacity at 3.0Ah and an intelligent charger for NiCd and NiMH batteries.

Firestop systems

Firestop systems from Hilti are not only reliable but are easy to install.

The quality and excellence of Hilti Firestop products (passive fire-protection) ensures that fire, smoke and toxic gases are contained to prevent the tragic loss of human life and property.

Hilti's highly-trained sales force, fire protection specialists, and in-house fire protection engineering team can help select the correct products and systems to match the specific needs of a project.

The CP606 firestop acrylic sealant and CP672 firestop joint spray are designed for sealing joints in drywalls.

For sealing various sizes of drywall openings, Hilti offers the following systems: the CP657 firestop bricks for openings with multiple penetrations (up to 1,000 mm by 600 mm; the CP656 firestop plugs for circular openings with or without cable bundles (up to 202 mm diameters); the CP620 expanding fire-seal for sealing medium-sized openings with multiple penetrations; CP642 and CP645 firestop jackets and wraps for combustible pipes up to 500 mm diameters; CP651 firestop cushions for sealing cable trays and cable bundle openings; CP671 firestop coated boards system for medium to large-size openings; and CP678 fire-retardant coating for cables.

The new Hilti CP620 expanding fire seal is a comprehensive firestopping solution that firestop specialists and users have been seeking for years. This universal solution for all common construction materials is easy and safe to use. The fast expansion of the fire seal ensures reliable sealing of both visible and invisible gaps.

The one-step and fast-curing fire seal provides fast and simple installation without any wastage. The cured product can be cut and re-used.

Hilti's latest innovation is not just for sealing gaps, but is a solution for all kinds of service penetrations.

Hilti's primary goal has always and will continue to be dedicated to saving lives and property through innovation and education, while making everything as easy as possible for professional drywall installers who want more performance in less time.