About the author  ⁄ Ken Hansen, P.E.

Ken Hansen, P.E., is a Professional Engineer at Lindapter USA and Hollo-Bolt specialist. Ken has comprehensive engineering experience and the ability to identify practical connection solutions to support the innovative designs of architects and structural engineers. He can be reached at khansen@lindapter.com.

Connecting to steel hollow structural sections (HSS) from a single side has troubled engineers for decades. However, there are now numerous types of fasteners and connection methods for this increasingly popular structural material, other than the norm of welding. This article will look at the benefits and drawbacks of each connection method, to find that expansion bolts for HSS members are a viable option.

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