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03Dec
What Are Cantilever Arms Used For? A Practical Guide for M&E Installers
Cantilever arms are widely used across building services, HVAC, and electrical containment installations. Because they offer strength, versatility and excellent compatibility with strut channel ...
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01Dec
10 Common Mistakes When Fixing Threaded Rod And How to Avoid Them
Threaded rod is a core component in HVAC, electrical containment, pipework supports and general building services. Despite being simple in design, it’s often installed ...
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24Nov
Top 10 Strut Channel Accessories Every Installer Should Keep in the Van
On a busy UK site, nobody wants to down tools because a simple accessory is missing. A well-stocked van makes the difference between finishing ...
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17Nov
The Future of Fixings: Why Stainless Steel Is the Smart Long-Term Investment
In the UK construction industry, every component carries weight — literally and figuratively. Structures are getting larger, regulations continue to evolve, and clients increasingly ...
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10Nov
Built for the Elements: How Corrosion-Resistant Fixings Protect Outdoor Structures
Rain, frost, salt spray, thermal cycling—the UK climate tests every exposed structure. When it comes to corrosion-resistant fixings in the UK, steelwork is tough, ...
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05Nov
Frameworks That Work: Why Modular Support Systems Are Changing the Industry
Across modern construction projects, the term “modular support systems” now defines how we think about strength, flexibility, and efficiency. From rooftop plant installations to ...
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03Nov
The Hidden Strength in Every Installation: Why Channel Nuts & Bolts Matter More Than You Think
Walk onto any UK construction site and you’ll see hundreds of perfectly aligned channels, brackets, and supports holding up HVAC systems, pipework, and containment ...
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29Oct
The Evolution of Construction Efficiency: How the Industry is Getting Smarter, Faster, and Safer
For decades, the construction industry has been defined by hard work, tight deadlines, and the constant challenge of doing more with less. But in ...
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27Oct
How to Reduce Vibration & Noise in HVAC Installations
Vibration and noise are among the most common issues faced during HVAC installations — especially in modern commercial and residential buildings where comfort, efficiency, ...
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08Oct
Top 10 Time-Saving Fixing Products Every Installer Should Know
In construction and mechanical installation, time is money. Every minute saved on site helps keep projects on schedule and budgets in check. From modular ...
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06Oct
Cable Tray vs Cable Basket vs Cable Ladder vs Cable Trunking: Which Should You Use?
Choosing the right cable management system is crucial for safe, organised, and cost-effective installations. Whether you’re running power cables, data lines, or control wiring, ...
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21Aug
Strut Pro Runner: The Complete Guide to Modern Ladder Tray Support Systems
Introducing the Strut Pro Runner — exclusively designed and developed by Direct Channel Support Systems UK. A modular, cost-effective, and durable alternative to traditional ...
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15Aug
How to Use Self Drilling TEK Screws: A Complete UK Contractor’s Guide
Self‑drilling TEK screws are a go‑to solution for fastening metal to metal or metal to timber in UK industrial, electrical, and HVAC installations. Whether ...
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04Aug
What Size Threaded Rod Do I Need? A Complete UK Guide
Choosing the correct threaded rod is critical for safe and effective installations in construction, HVAC, electrical, and M&E applications. This guide will walk you ...
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24Jul
5 Common Unistrut Installation Mistakes (And How to Fix Them)
Unistrut installation mistakes are more common than you might think—especially across UK construction, M&E, and HVAC projects. These support systems are strong, adaptable, and ...
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21Jul
Antivibration Pipe Clamps: Reduce Noise in HVAC & Mechanical Systems
Published by Direct Channel Support Systems Why Noise Reduction Matters in Building Services Structure-borne noise caused by vibrating pipes is a growing concern in ...
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09Jul
The Ultimate Guide to Fasteners & Fixings for UK Construction
What Are Fasteners & Fixings? Fasteners are mechanical components used to join or secure materials together. In industrial and construction settings, they come in ...
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16Jun
Built to Last: Why A4 Stainless Steel Strut Channels Are the Ultimate Solution for Harsh Environments
Discover the Power of A4 Stainless Steel Strut Channels A4 Stainless Steel is known for strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. Our Stainless Steel Strut ...
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05Jun
Build Custom Strut Supports in Minutes: Cut-to-Length Channel, Rubber Feet & Base Plates Online
Why Build Your Own Strut Channel System? Speed, precision, and adaptability — that’s what modern construction demands. With our online Strut Channel Builder, you ...
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15May
Best Cable Ties in the UK: Full Size Guide + Bulk Deals Inside
🧷 Why Cable Management Matters in Every Industry Zip ties, often referred to as cable ties, play an essential role across a variety of ...
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12May
Comprehensive Guide to Cable Management Systems: Solutions for Efficient Cable Containment
Introduction In modern construction, industrial, and commercial settings, managing cables efficiently is more than just an organisational task — it’s essential for safety, performance, ...
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12May
The Ultimate Guide to Threaded Rods: Types, Applications, and Selection Tips
Introduction Threaded rods, also known as all-thread rods or stud rods, are essential fastening components used across construction, engineering, and industrial sectors. Because they ...
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02May
Basket Tray vs Cable Tray: Which One Is Right for Your Installation?
Basket Tray vs Cable Tray: Which One Is Right for Your Installation? When it comes to cable management systems, choosing the right type of ...
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16Apr
What is Hot Dip Galvanised Steel? A Complete Guide for the UK Construction Industry
Posted by Direct Channel Support Systems | April 2025 At Direct Channel Support Systems, we often receive one particular question:“What is hot dip galvanised ...
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13Sep
Direct Channel Support Systems: Your Cable Management & Support Systems Specialists
At Direct Channel Support Systems, we are dedicated to delivering outstanding service and ensuring customer satisfaction every step of the way. Visit our website: ...
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04Sep
🔧 Master Your Cable Tray Installation with These Mounting Solutions!
Tired of struggling with cable tray installations? At Direct Channel we have the perfect range of brackets and supports to make things much easier. ...
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30Aug
🔩 Maximize Strength with Threaded Rod! 🔩
Looking for a fastener that combines flexibility and durability? Discover the power of threaded rods from Direct Channel! Our threaded rods provide the extra ...
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28Aug
Elevate Your Construction Projects with Our Cantilever Arms
Enhance your projects with our high-quality cantilever arms, engineered to provide unparalleled support and versatility across various applications. Whether you’re securing piping, conduit, or ...
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23Aug
Revolutionize Roof Support with the Strut Pro Adjustable Leg Framework Set
The Strut Pro Adjustable Leg Framework Set is the perfect solution for flat roof support applications. Whether you need support for A/C units, walkways, ...
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23Aug
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are your opening and closing times? We are open from 9am-5pm from Monday to Friday. What are your collection times? Customers can come ...
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22Aug
Introducing the Cable Basket Trapeze Assembly!
Looking for a fast and efficient way to support your cable basket installations? Our Cable Basket Trapeze Assembly is the perfect solution! This ready-to-use, ...
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12Aug
Welcome one and all to Direct Channel
Hello world and welcome to DirectChannel, we will do our best to keep you up to date and informed on all the new and exciting ...
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12Aug
Premier Under Desk Cable Management Now Available
Direct Channel’s range of Premier Under Desk Cable Tray can be secured discretely to the underside of a desk to allow for cables to be ...
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12Aug
Self-Drilling, Self-Tapping Tech Screws
Self-Tapping Tech Screws A self-tapping tech screw is a screw that can tap its own hole as it is driven into it. For hard ...
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12Aug
Twist and shout about it!
We constantly look at ways to improve and bring new products to the market, our newest item to the list is the cool Twist ...
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12Aug
Uni J Pipe Clamps for Strut Channel
This heavy duty Uni J Pipe Clamp fits to any Unistrut type Channel, it has dual fixing points making any job fast & easy. ...
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12Aug
What is a Strut Channel?
The Strut channel is a versatile and flexible product used to provide light structural support in construction and electrical applications. Channel support systems are ...
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12Aug
What Makes Cable Accessories a Great Choice for Customers?
Transporting and protecting cables in commercial and industrial installations is not difficulty any more as Direct Channel is there to offer premium cable accessories. We are ...
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12Aug
Zip Wire Solutions
Zip-Clip is renowned for its unique problem solving solutions so here at Direct Channel we have chosen to stock the complete range of Zip ...
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12Aug
What Are Fasteners and How Are They Useful?
Being support system specialists and recognised fastener distributor / supplier in the UK there’s not much we don’t know within our industry. Fasteners are ...
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12Aug
Our Cable Containment Products
Here at Direct Channel, we are one of the UK’s leading suppliers of Strut Channels, Brackets, Cable Containment and Strut Support Systems. Our products ...
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12Aug
The Swingers Club
Swivel Hangars A common question always getting asked here at Direct Channel is, we have an angled ceiling how can we drop threaded rod ...
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12Aug
We Supply Fasteners and Fixings
We are widely known for our strut channel, cable management systems and brackets & clamps, but did you know we also stock fasteners and ...
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12Aug
Best Cable Management 2021: How To Keep Your Cables Tidy
Keeping your cables tidy allows you to be more productive when working. This is important as a lot of us are working from home ...
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12Aug
Everything You Need To Know About Strut Channels
Strut Channels are versatile products used to mount, brace, and support lightweight structural loads, such as pipes or wires. However, if you’re searching for ...
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12Aug
The Ultimate Guide To: Threaded Rod
What is a threaded rod? A threaded rod is typically a long length of fully threaded steel, allowing it to function as a fastener ...
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12Aug
Where to Buy Cable Management Supplies
Where to Buy Cable Management Supplies In this blog, we’ll be answering the question at hand, which is “Where can I buy cable management ...
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12Aug
New Year, New Cable Management Supplies
New Year, New Cable Management Supplies As the first blog of the year, there are plenty of cable management supplies at Direct Channel for ...
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12Aug
Pipe Clamps at Direct Channel Support Systems
What are Pipe Clamps? Pipe clamps are installation equipment designed to be attached around copper pipes, cables or conduit to support them safely. They ...
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12Aug
Get More For Your Money With Flexi Foot Friday’s
Flexi Foot is perfect for those looking for solid floor mount/foot struts and is the ideal platform for supporting ductwork, pipework and cable containment ...
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12Aug
Highly Recommended Products From Our Stainless Steel Range
Stainless steel is a popular and highly versatile metal, due to its heat and fire resistance capabilities, strength and aesthetic appearance compared to other ...
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12Aug
What is Cable Trunking?
When you have installed cables, you want to be sure that they last as long as you need them to. One way to do ...
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09Jun
PIPE CLAMPS AT DIRECT CHANNEL SUPPORT SYSTEMS
WHAT ARE PIPE CLAMPS? Pipe clamps are installation equipment designed to be attached around copper pipes, cables or conduit to support them safely. They ...
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09Jun
GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY WITH FLEXI FOOT FRIDAY’S
Flexi Foot is perfect for those looking for solid floor mount/foot struts and is the ideal platform for supporting ductwork, pipework and cable containment ...
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09Jun
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS FROM OUR STAINLESS STEEL RANGE
Stainless steel is a popular and highly versatile metal, due to its heat and fire resistance capabilities, strength and aesthetic appearance compared to other ...
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25Feb
UNISTRUT TYPE STRUT CHANNEL
Strut Channel Strut Channel, often referred to by one of several manufacturer trade names, (Unistrut) is a standardized formed structural system used in the ...
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