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Hot-dip galvanizing manufacturers explain the widespread use of hot-dip galvanized bolts. Steel materials, which are widely used in industry, suffer from corrosion to varying degrees when exposed to environments such as the atmosphere, seawater, soil, and building materials. According to statistics, around 1/3 of the total steel production worldwide is lost each year due to corrosion. To ensure the proper use of steel products and extend their service life, corrosion protection techniques for steel have always received widespread attention. Hot-dip galvanizing is one of the effective methods for delaying environmental corrosion of steel materials. It involves immersing cleaned and activated steel products in molten zinc, and through reactions and diffusion between iron and zinc, a zinc alloy coating with good adhesion is formed on the surface of the steel products. Compared with other metal protection methods, the hot-dip galvanizing process offers unparalleled advantages in terms of the protective properties that combine a physical barrier and electrochemical protection provided by the coating, the strength of adhesion between the coating and the substrate, the density of the coating, its durability, maintenance-free nature, and cost-effectiveness, as well as its ability to accommodate the shape and dimensions of the products. Currently, hot-dip galvanized products mainly include steel plates, steel strips, steel wires, steel pipes, etc., among which hot-dip galvanized steel plates account for the largest proportion. For a long time, the hot-dip galvanizing process has been highly favored due to its low coating cost, excellent protective properties, and attractive appearance. It is widely used in various fields such as automobiles, construction, home appliances, the chemical industry, machinery, petroleum, metallurgy, light industry, transportation, electricity, aviation, and marine engineering. Precautions before installing hot-dip galvanized foot bolts When installing hot-dip galvanized foot bolts, the first step is to locate the top of the bolt. The error range is 3-4 millimeters, and it must be within this range. Once the initial verticality is achieved, install the fixing tie rod or the adjustable rebar upper support. After completing the above steps, fix the hot-dip galvanized foot bolts one by one. Finally, a second alignment is performed to keep the error range at the top of the fixed hot-dip galvanized foot bolts within 2 mm, so that the nuts of the support fixing bolts on the steel plates at the top and bottom of the fixed frame can be tightened simultaneously. After adjusting and securing all hot-dip galvanized foot bolts, a thorough inspection should be carried out to promptly correct any deficiencies. Finally, check the shaft before pouring concrete to ensure it is correct.