Most secure type of fixing

[minermick]

I have to store my ladder on an outside wall so I`ve bought two lockable storage hooks that I can padlock the ladder to, but for security reasons I don't want to fix the brackets to the wall using ordinary s/s screws that can be easily unscrewed by an unwanted intruder or the like.
Any one got any ideas on more secure types of screw or wall bolt etc?

Grateful for any ideas.

 

[Stivino]

What about clutch head bolts or screws?
http://www.screwfix.com/p/clutch-head-twin-thread-security-screws-10-x-1-pack-of-25/19677

http://tinyurl.com/ohty8ud

 

[scbk]

You could always use normal screws but damage the heads once they're in

 

[foxhole]

I store several on my external garage wall, they are individually locked and also have a cable lock which secures them all making it difficult for a thief to carry several ladders.The padlocks are the alarm type so any disturbance will set them off.

http://www.screwfix.com/p/am-tech-h...g - Security&gclid=CPGMx6794sECFSLHtAodlm0ACg

 

[mattylad]

FYI I have a scaffolding board laid along the runners so that no one can climb the ladders whilst stuck to the wall, it is held in with the chain going through big holes top & bottom.

 

[minermick]

Thanks for all the tips.

I think I`ll go for normal screws and grind the heads down.

The largest clutch screw Screwfix sell is 10 x 1.5" which are not long enough for a solid fixing taking the weight of a ladder into account.

I cant find any larger clutch screws online either which in these days of most of us being more security conscious is a bit of a surprise.

Thanks again.

 

[cajar]

next post will be, how do I remove these screws to move this ladder rack lol

 

[OwainDIYer]

Clutch head screws may be removable with a ... clutch head removal tool

http://www.securitysafetyproducts.c...ews-fixings/clutch-head-removal-tool-rt41.php

Kinmar Sleeve Anchors are available up to M10 x 95 mm

http://www.securitysafetyproducts.c...ews-fixings/?products_finish=60&screw-group=6

For added security weld the bolt head to the ladder rack (and stick a CCTV camera above it)

 

[rsgaz]

How about shear bolts or shear nuts?

Gaz

 

[EightyTwo]

You could always use coach bolts right through the wall and put a big washer and nyloc nut on the inside. This way, it will be easy to replace the brackets after some toe rag has bent them all out of shape whilst trying to nick your ladders.

You could also fit a couple of big eye bolts and use some motorcycle "D" locks on the ladders. More fixings = more locks = more hassle to steal = more chance to keep them!! I can hacksaw through the average "hardened" padlock shackle in less than a minute...