Wire tying tools, wire with rings

In recent years, technologies associated with the use of monolithic structures have become increasingly popular in the construction of private and apartment buildings and commercial buildings.
To give them strength and resistance to stress, before pouring concrete, a special metal base is formed inside. The reinforcing bars are tied together with steel binding wire using a special hook.

Such a tool is sold in any hardware store, or you can make a hook for tying reinforcement with your own hands.

Types of tools for knitting reinforcement

The knitting method involves using steel wire to manually fix rods perpendicular to each other in places where they intersect crosswise.

A crochet hook is a simple and safe tool that allows you to tie reinforcement bars quickly, securely and evenly.

Today, there are three types of ready-made hooks for knitting reinforcement bars, which can be purchased in the store. In addition, you can make a hook for the reinforcement yourself.

Manual

Photo of a purchased hook. The handle rotates freely.

A simple hook is a rod attached to a handle with bends that grip the wire. The hook for tying the reinforcement is rotated manually. The advantage of hand tools is their availability, durability and ease of use.

A hand crochet hook is an excellent option for novice builders, which will allow you to understand the knitting algorithm and feel the optimal degree of wire tension to obtain high-quality knots.

Screw

The knitting wire is selected with a diameter from 0.8 to 2 mm.

A semi-automatic hook is a reversible tool that operates by forward movements of the handle. The device has a rod with a hook in the form of a drill, which fits into the funnel of the handle along the thread, tightening the wire.

The cost of such a tool is higher than a manual one. But the screw tool makes it possible to cope with a wide range of work in a short time - in order to completely tighten the knot, it is enough to make only a couple of movements.

Mechanical

Builders who value every second choose an automatic hook (gun) for tying reinforcement. The operating principle of the gun is based on fully automatic rotation of the hook. This device is the most modern and advanced, allowing you to achieve maximum results and speed without large labor costs on the part of the builder.

Operating principle.

Buying such a hook for household purposes will not be justified: working with a gun requires a fairly large consumption of wire, and the cost of the device is high. But on large projects or when performing work that needs to be completed in an extremely short time, this option is ideal!

Homemade

Photo: hook made of wire with a diameter of 3-4 mm.

Purchased hooks are not always able to fully satisfy construction needs. Often, the shape of their rod has incorrect bends, and the length of the tools is made too short, which significantly affects the quality of work. So how then to make a hook for tying reinforcement correctly?

To make a device for tying reinforcement with your own hands, we will need a welding electrode or steel wire with a diameter of 4 mm.

In order to make a hook, you need:

1. Make a handle for the device from a piece of thin hose to the size of a rod or trowel without a spatula.
2. Insert the electrode into the hose or insert trowels into the funnel and secure (for example, using epoxy resin).
3. Bend the rod at an angle of ninety degrees at a distance of about 5 cm from the handle (the bent rod should resemble a rocker in appearance).
4. Bend the end of the rod in an arc.
5. Before work, sharpen the sharp edge of the electrode using a file or sharpener.

A hook can be made from an unnecessary screwdriver or a handle from a construction roller, bending the sharp end at the required angle and sharpening it slightly. An automatic mechanism can be made by inserting an electrode rounded at the end into a screwdriver.

A homemade tool is perfect for household purposes, will save money and allow you to quickly knit even and reliable knots.

Adviсe

• Practice and experiment. A pair of chopsticks and most wooden dowels are long enough for several hooks, so there is room for experimentation. Having mastered the subtleties, you can do a lot intuitively or by eye. You may be better able to make hooks that suit your crocheting style and specific goals.
• Most likely, you will not exactly reproduce the dimensions of a store hook. The size is mainly affected by the diameter. Measure the neck diameter and compare it to the pre-made hook size chart to see what size your hook is closest to. Most stitches can be adapted to fit almost any hook size and thread thickness. You might want to know a little more about this if size is a factor in your knitting.
• The heads of small hooks should be made from the pointed, rounded tips of chopsticks.
• Once you learn how to make your own crochet hooks, you can make a whole kit for all your crochet needs. You may find that it is more convenient for you to make and use small or, conversely, large hooks.
• For knitting items made from thin threads, it is better to buy a metal hook of a suitable size. Steel is strong enough that a thin hook will not break, whereas wood would be difficult to cut such a thin piece.
• Work over a trash can, in the yard, or on a surface that can be easily wiped down or vacuumed so that there is no problem getting rid of the shavings.
• Remove thin shavings, especially in the early stages. It's never too late to trim unnecessary things.

Methods of knitting reinforcement

Let's consider all the existing ways to connect reinforcement. Each of the options is good in some way, and is used by builders, depending on the type of building and design requirements. There are 3 ways to connect rods; with their help, a strong and reliable metal frame is created:

1. Wire knitting.
2. Welding.
3. Plastic clamps.

These methods of tying reinforcement have their own characteristics. Each of them is correct and is applied depending on the requirements and the material used. When reinforcing a strip foundation for a private house, the reinforcement is often connected by welding rather than tied with wire. But which option is the best?

Advantages and disadvantages of welding connections

Despite the fact that these are different technologies, the right choice can save money and time on construction, without sacrificing structural strength. The method of connecting elements by welding was previously considered one of the most reliable and effective. However, such technology is not always appropriate. Usually it was used when installing bulky frames that strengthen the foundation for multi-story buildings and large cottages.

This method has some disadvantages:

1. You need to have skills in working with a welding machine, otherwise you need to spend money on the services of a professional welder. In this case, the cost increases.
2. Welding points are the weak point of the structure. There the strength of the frame becomes lower.
3. The method is not suitable if you use fiberglass reinforcement. In addition, the A-400 (A-3) fittings, which are the most popular, cannot be connected by welding. Only rods with the index “C” are suitable for work, for example: A500C reinforcement.

Therefore, in modern monolithic construction, welding has been replaced by viscous welding. For private and residential houses, construction of a bathhouse, garage or other buildings, this is the best option for connecting reinforcement.

Pros and cons of joining using the knitting method

Why is this method so good? It has the following positive aspects:

1. Speed ​​of work completion. Knitting with wire takes little time, it is simple and does not require skills. However, if you do it manually, the process slows down. Next we will look at how to quickly knit reinforcement.
2. Ease of troubleshooting. When working with welding, it will be more difficult to eliminate errors; you will have to take a grinder and cut the welding seam. The wire can be simply bitten off with wire cutters or unwound with a crochet hook.
3. You don't need to be a professional to knit reinforcement.
4. The reinforcement process can be performed in formwork.
5. The cost of work is much lower.

An example of knitting a mesh of reinforcement with wire.
If we talk about shortcomings, we note the precariousness of the finished frame. True, this is not a big problem. The structure will be strong, the only problem is that when the frame is moved into the formwork it begins to loosen, in this case it is possible to tack the reinforcement in several places by welding. To solve this problem with fiberglass reinforcement, you need to attach several braces to make the structure more rigid and stable. By bending, the tension in the knitting areas changes, the frame moves. Therefore, you need to be careful when installing it in the formwork. It is better to knit the reinforcement in the formwork or above it if the strip foundation is being reinforced.

Features of connecting reinforcement with plastic clamps

The main advantages of this method are that it does not require special skills, it has a high speed of work, and reliable fixation of the reinforcement. The disadvantages of this method are the following:

1. Price. For large volumes, the wire will be more economical.
2. Speed ​​of work (when compared with other methods of knitting).
3. Correction. You made a mistake somewhere, you will have to bite off the clamp, it becomes unusable, but the wire can be tied up.
4. Reliability. It is not advisable to move around a structure connected with plastic clamps.
5. Temperature. They burst at subzero temperatures.

Based on these data, we can say that this method is more suitable for private construction, with small volumes, and it is also suitable for people who want to do the reinforcement themselves with their own hands.

DIY knitting device

Knitting for every needlewoman is a continuous process. True fans of their craft engage in their favorite hobby always and everywhere - on a trip, in transport, in nature and while walking with a child. And if a hobby turns into a job, then you can’t do without special devices that make life easier.

Modern stores for needlewomen offer a huge selection of various devices designed to make the process easier and simpler. Thread separators for jacquard knitting, finger guards that protect hands from damage, special holders for yarn. Most devices can be made with your own hands. For this you will need available materials and a little imagination.

Thread holder

A useful and necessary device for knitting is a holder that will prevent balls from rolling out throughout the apartment. This device is especially useful for those who knit with several threads. And for working with jacquard, when the yarns are constantly tangled with each other, this device is indispensable.

To work, you need several plastic bottles. Their number depends on how many threads of different colors are in use at the same time. The volume of the bottle affects what size skein you can put inside.

First, the neck of the bottle is cut off using a utility knife. The marker marks the lines along which the container will be cut. Most of the plastic is cut off, leaving a thin strip about 2.5 cm wide. To make the tip take the shape of a hook, a match or lighter is carefully placed under the strip of plastic.

This must be done very carefully, not allowing the material to melt. When the strip at the end takes the form of a loop, you will need to wait for the mold to completely harden. It is convenient to attach such a hook to the back of a chair or the handle of a desk drawer, and put a ball inside. A conveniently packaged thread will not be able to roll into the far corner.

Yarn separator

Often when knitting, the question arises of how to make sure that the threads do not intertwine. A knitting device consisting of an ordinary plastic bucket will help to achieve this (you can take a large food container or a container of under-water). Stationery clips are attached to the edge of the container along the perimeter. The loop of the clamp is removed and a thread is threaded through it, then the clamp is attached to the container. Yarn threaded through such a device will not get tangled.

To prevent the balls from running over one another, you can make cardboard dividers inside. To do this, 3 or 4 strips of cardboard are cut out with a length equal to the diameter of the container, and the width should be chosen with a margin so that it is enough for the size of the ball. Such strips are inserted one into another. A cut is made in the middle of each, and they are put on each other in a herringbone pattern.

Experts offer this type of device as a ceramic knitting bowl. Similar knitting devices are made by craftsmen who work with clay. However, a similar design can be made from a plastic shampoo container or bottle. To do this, 2/3 of the neck of the container is cut off.

It is better to treat the edges of such a device - paste it with tape or colored adhesive paper. If you have a heat gun, then a layer of glue applied in two or three approaches will perfectly cover sharp cuts. The slot should not be too shallow. As a rule, 0.5-0.7 mm is enough for even thick yarn to fit perfectly in the container.

For those needlewomen who cannot spend a minute without their favorite activity, a yarn organizer or bag would be an excellent solution. Such knitting devices are convenient because they take up little space. They are attached to the hand and do not fall off anywhere. You can put a skein of the necessary yarn inside - this way it will always be at hand and will not fall and get dirty.

To create a pattern, you need to take measurements - wrist circumference. A letter “T” with a wide head and a thinner perpendicular leg is drawn on paper. The pattern must be mirrored symmetrically. The edges of the thin stem are immediately processed to avoid fraying.

For this, adhesive material is used, or the fabric is overwrapped or overcast by hand. Then the handbag is sewn from the wrong side, without grabbing the narrow “legs”. This bag is very light and comfortable.

Knitting socks

Almost every knitter's first item after a scarf is socks. Knitting them is quite easy, but working with several knitting needles at the same time requires some skill. For those who want to knit socks, a knitting device called a lum, or tenerife, will come to the rescue. It looks like this device is one row away from a knitting machine.

The device has hooks or rods on which the thread is attached. Then, by hand or using a special hook, the thread is thrown over and the fabric is formed. The hook can also be simple, for knitting. Too large a bend, which is in a classic crochet hook, prevents the thread from flying off. However, there is also no possibility in this weaving method to throw the thread quickly. You can also make a hook yourself.

This device for knitting socks at home is made from scrap materials. For example, to make a rectangular stand, you will need a board 3-4 cm wide and about 50 cm long. Nails are driven in along the perimeter of the board. The distance between them is chosen independently, but the optimal option, which will suit most of the yarn, is no more than 1 cm.

Depending on the intended pattern, the shape of the machine and the location of the fasteners may vary. In order to knit socks on such a device, it is better to use a different form option. You need a foam or plastic round base. A silicone lid works well. Push pins are inserted around the perimeter at a distance of about 0.7 cm. A hole is cut in the center, the diameter of which is 5 cm.

Knitting process

This device is suitable for knitting socks and mitts. To secure the loop, you must move clockwise. The tail of the thread is held in the left hand, and a turn is made on the button with the right hand. Having made a full move, perform another row. And in the third row, the previous loops (loops of the first row) are thrown over the loops of the second row.

To do this, use a hook or hand to lift the loop of the bottom row, slightly pull it up and drop it from the paperclip. Row after row of yarn knitted together lengthens. Knitting using this technique is loose but elastic. Due to this, you don’t have to knit the heel on the toes - the fabric will sit comfortably on your leg.

Knit this way until the sock or mitt reaches the required length (to the big toe or heel). To decrease the loops, they make gaps in knitting - they throw the yarn not on each axis, but through one.

Anyone can make an unusual but useful knitting device for themselves. The main thing is to understand what is needed - convenience, functionality, increased speed. A device for knitting mitts, socks, and scarves can be designed to suit the needs of the craftsman.

Professional hook for fittings - use a gun

The knitting gun is a professional tool

Advantages of a professional device:

• there is no need to pre-cut the wire into blanks;
• wire is automatically fed from the working drum;
• material savings are achieved due to the absence of wire waste;
• increased pistol performance;
• increased loop tightening force;
• possibility of adjusting the twisting force and wire length.

Among the main advantages, it is necessary to note the possibility of autonomous operation from a battery, as well as the use of a special extension cord, which allows you to perform work while standing, without bending your body. The design of the device allows you to hold it in one hand, while the other hand supports the steel rods without the help of assistants. The duration of tightening the joint does not exceed one second. This is very convenient when performing work on an industrial scale.

Along with the advantages, there are also weaknesses:

• quite high price of a professional pistol;
• increased costs for purchasing special wire;
• inconvenience of use in confined spaces;
• the need to train knitters in how to work with the tool.

It is important to purchase consumables that correspond in cross-sectional size and rigidity to the characteristics of the gun. Otherwise, equipment damage may occur.

The gun is used by professionals when assembling the frames of large foundations. And at the same time, in certain places of the grille, fastening can only be done using hand tools.

Knitting gun BM-400

Manufacturing technologies

It is worth noting that knitters have learned to make rugs for different rooms, not only from yarn, but also from used things: plastic bags, old blankets, unnecessary clothes. The fabric is simply cut into thin strips and knitted into rugs. Hand-knitted products are extraordinary, but they are reliable and very practical in everyday life.

Cozy rug

Options for knitting rugs:

• "grandmother's" round method;
• star;
• oval;
• on a fillet mesh;

To make a rug using the “grandmother’s” method, you need a size 10 hook and multi-colored pieces of fabric. The method is simple. The strips can be sewn or knitted, or wound into a skein. We knit the product in a circle using single crochets. It is necessary to understand the so-called “rule of the circle”. The connected accessory can be used not only as a floor covering, but also placed on a chair.

Round rug

A polygonal knitted rug looks unique and attractive in the exterior of a home. Knitting a rug with a star can be made from different materials: bags, fabric, threads. The “star” is knitted in circular lines to the required size, and then each resulting “ray” is knitted separately. You can knit such a rug from soft thick thread, then you will get a warm blanket or bedspread.

Star shape

A good invention of our housewives was the use of knitting bags. The good thing about accessories made from bags is that they are easy to clean and dry quickly. For the bathroom, restroom and kitchen, this product can become an indispensable item, since the mat is not afraid of water; you just need to shake it off and dry it.

For the base of the mat, you need to prepare material - bags. For a medium-sized rug, approximately 40 bags are used, they are cut into strips 2-3 cm wide, sewn with thread or glued with a hot iron through fabric and rolled into a ball. Weaving is done by crocheting 4 numbers. Typically, 2 types of loops are used: chain loops and single crochet stitches.

Rug made from bags

Knitting rugs using a fillet mesh is considered another innovation invented by needlewomen. Products of this type look luxurious and magnificent. At first glance, it may seem that such a product is difficult to make. But in fact, everything is done simply and quickly - you just need to learn how to knit chain stitches and double crochets.

DIY fillet mesh rug

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How to knit the frame?

When reinforcing a small volume of concrete, builders simply place the reinforcement in the formwork and then fill it with mortar. However, if large concrete products are to be reinforced, for example, a monolithic (slab) or massive strip foundation, then a frame is required. The reinforcement must be distributed evenly throughout the entire volume of concrete in order to reliably perform its function of increasing the strength of the structure. In these cases, a complex frame is made from metal rods.

crochet hook

The first option is the simplest and most accessible. If necessary, you can buy it in a specialized store for a hundred rubles or even cheaper. Moreover, it can be made by hand if the suitable material is available - we will return to this later. The downside is low performance. A novice knitter, with a sufficient supply of wire, will be able to produce 6-10 knitting per minute.

Screw hook

The screw hook is the next step in the development of the tool for knitting reinforcement. Outwardly, it looks a little like a regular one, but thanks to it, the knitting speed will increase, and the worker will get tired much less. If, when working with a regular hook, a specialist must twist the ends of the wire and manually twist them, then a screw hook is much more convenient.

Loop the loop and ends, then gently but firmly pull towards you. The plastic handle will be fixed in the hand, and the hook itself will begin to spin quickly, securely tightening the loop. Such a tool costs from 600 to 1000 rubles, depending on the manufacturer and store. It will be an excellent choice if you need to perform work once on a relatively large object. The knitting speed will increase, however, the wire will still have to be cut and bent by hand.

Design No. 1 – Toggle Lock

Our first lock is a classic design toggle with a “ring” and a counter stick. First, let's make a response stick. To make the rod, wrap a 3cm piece of wire around the smallest loop of the pliers. Align the two ends of the wire using a ruler, measure 1cm for each end and trim off the excess. I file the ends of the wire with an electric nail machine, this is my secret weapon, a jewelry hammer can only flatten the sharp ends, and the machine can round the edges. If you don't have a machine, round off the ends of the wire with a diamond file or nail file. The classic detail of a togla is a perfect circle. But it is difficult to achieve with thick square wire; if you want a classic ring, use round wire.

It is better to make a teardrop shape from square silver wire. Bend a piece of wire (about 7 cm) around a small frame (such as a marker) and form a teardrop shape. Bend 1 end of the wire perpendicular to the drop using pliers and wrap. Wrap the other end of the wire around the pliers to create a small loop. If necessary, you can beat the resulting part with a jewelry hammer.

Instructions for crocheting reinforcement

It is useless to knit the reinforcement with your bare hands - you can achieve the required force to tighten the wire only with the help of additional tools. Let's take a step-by-step look at the basic techniques for crocheting reinforcement.

Manual

To knit wire by hand you will need a hook. The wire is folded in half and hooked under the fixation point. The free end is threaded into a loop and crocheted until the wire is tightly tensioned.

Simple knot

To tie a wire with a simple knot, you will need to do the following:

1. A wire 200 mm long is cut and bent in half.
2. The bent section is pushed under the point where the two rods meet.
3. The hook is inserted into the loop and catches the free end.
4. A full revolution is performed around its axis. The free end must be held.
5. Next, while tensioning the wire, the hook is turned several more times until a reliable connection is obtained.

You don't have to buy a hook at the store. You can easily make a convenient tool yourself by giving the required shape to a steel rod and putting a handle on the end.

Dead node

Before crocheting foundation reinforcement, you need to learn how to form a dead knot. This method is especially good for tying vertical rods for columns and beams.

1. A piece up to 400 mm long is cut and bent in half.
2. The segment is pushed forward by a loop from below the knot being fastened.
3. The free end is passed through the top and again bent under the rods.
4. The loop and the free end are aligned and then hooked with the hook tip.
5. The hook is rotated with tension until the loop comes off.

To obtain a high-quality connection, you need to ensure that the wire is tightly laid on the surface of the reinforcement. The knitting process continues in a checkerboard pattern.

Screwdriver

The scheme of working with a screwdriver is reminiscent of the crocheting process, but instead of manual force, automation is used. Instead of a regular tip, a homemade hook is inserted into the screwdriver; usually a roofing nail is used for this purpose.

It is important to ensure that the speed of the screwdriver corresponds to the required force for tightening the wire. If you apply too much force, the wire will break, and at low speed you may end up with a weak knot.

How to make the right choice?

There are hooks of different thicknesses. The number can be determined by the size of the head. For example, a tool with a head thickness of 2 mm will have number 2. Thin ones are used when knitting openwork products: napkins, collars, capes, etc. To make it easier for you to choose a hook for a particular yarn, on skeins of thread the number and type of knitting tools are indicated.

Which tools go with which threads:

• 0.6–1 mm is used when knitting with thin cotton threads.
• 1.25–1.75 mm – for knitting with thin cotton threads or others of the same thickness.
• 2–3.5 mm corresponds to medium thickness yarn.
• 4–5 mm is suitable for medium thickness yarn for double thread knitting.
• 5.4–6 mm – for double fluffy yarn.
• 7–8 mm – for regular wool or double wool thread.
• 9–10 mm – suitable for thickly twisted thread, bulky yarn.

When choosing, you should focus on the surface - it should be smooth, without any snags. For good work, the beard should be slightly rounded and pointed so that the thread that is hooked is held perfectly. This way you won't get hurt or tear the yarn.

Stylish hand knitted rug

If the rug is made with passion and love, it will radiate positive energy. Using a crochet hook you can knit wonderful rugs that will highlight the design of any room. There are different options for knitting rugs. By adding accessories made by your own hands to your home, you will notice how the aura in your home will change in a positive way.

Automatic hook for tying reinforcement

A special device with a reverse operating principle allows you to speed up and automate the twisting process. At first glance, it looks like a standard manual device, but differs in the presence of a screw mechanism consisting of the following parts:

• plastic handle with internal screw thread;
• working body with a screw thread on the rod.

When assembled, these elements form a mechanism with a reciprocating principle of operation. The reversible device works quite simply - moving the handle causes rotation of the working element on which the wire loop is put.

Advantages of the reversible device:

• increased wire binding performance;
• Possibility of use in areas with limited access;

Automatic hook for tying reinforcement

• ease of knitting operations;
• durability of the device with regular lubrication.

The device has the only drawback - its increased price when compared with the cost of a conventional hand tool.

Using a reversible tool, the knitter can perform an increased amount of work without getting tired. The screw device is superior in efficiency to the manual device when it is necessary to manually pull and twist the wire ends. Without reinstalling the working hook, by cyclically moving the handle you can achieve reliable fastening.

Procedure for using the device:

• Insert the hook of the tool into the twisted loop.
• Pull the handle towards you along the working axis.
• Return the handle to the starting position.
• Perform the next movement cycle.

You can also make your own semi-automatic tightening device using a regular screwdriver. You will need a bent nail without a head or an L-shaped rod, the end of which must be inserted into the tool chuck. With a little practice, it is not difficult to master the principles of operation using this device.

Design No. 4 – S-hook

Our final clasp is the elegant S-hook.

Bend both ends of the wire around the 9mm step of the pliers or around the marker (handle) to create a symmetrical S-shape. Then form two tiny loops using pliers on both ends and trim off the excess. File the sharp ends with a file and, if necessary, beat off the part.

Just like the classic hook we made earlier, the S-hook must be connected to the rings before use. We'll discuss how to make a split ring yourself next.

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Why might this be needed?

Most fishermen are satisfied with what can be found on the shelves, but still some continue to make their own hooks. This may be needed:

• In case the type of fishing is not widespread and suitable gear is difficult to find. It can be justified for fishing for catfish, as well as in the case of trophy-sized predators that are planned to be caught using silicone mounted on an offset hook. However, this also applies to the smallest offset workers.
• When such homemade products are just another hobby. Many fishermen make elements of gear without any urgent need to do this, and some even create their own fishing rods.
• In extreme situations. The probability of this is of course low, the chance of being far from civilization is small, but it is still easier to get food by fishing than by hunting.
• Also, minor improvements to factory products are often made, such as a corkscrew to prevent silicone baits from slipping or additional weight on offset presses.

Making your own hook

Despite the low cost of a crochet hook for reinforcement, some experienced craftsmen who have worked with reinforcement for many years prefer to use homemade ones rather than purchased ones. This has its advantages.

1. When making it yourself, you can give the handle the optimal shape so that it fits comfortably in your hand. Your hand will get less tired and your productivity will increase.
2. The choice of steel for production; you often come across factory hooks made of soft metal. As a result, it cannot withstand the load and bends.
3. Make a hook for crocheting reinforcement of the required size. There are times when it is impossible to get to the place of tying with a factory hook because of its length.
4. Small, but still savings (if materials and tools are available).

Electrode hook

An electrode hook is suitable for small amounts of work. When it is necessary to tie a small frame from reinforcement.

Making a hook with your own hands takes only 5 minutes. You will need: electrode 4, pliers and a grinder (if not, you can do without it).

Let's look at how to do it step by step:

1. We beat the electrode off the protective coating.
2. We retreat 1-2 centimeters from the edge and bend it at 80-90 degrees.
3. We retreat 3-4 centimeters from the other edge, make the first bend at 90 degrees. We retreat another 10-12 centimeters, and make a second bend at 90 degrees. We retreat another 4-5 centimeters and make a third bend.
4. Let's sharpen the tip of the hook a little so that the wire can peel off better.

The hook is ready, it should have the same shape as in the drawing below.

Homemade hook made from rebar with a wooden handle

A homemade hook is most often used by professional reinforcers, thanks to the advantages described above. Its production will take about 2 hours, and the result will be a hook that is in no way inferior to the factory one.

To make a hook you will need the following materials and tools:

• Corrugated fittings 8-10 in diameter, 35-50 centimeters long;
• wooden blank for handle;
• 2 washers - the diameter is equal to the hook handle;
• 2 nuts;
• pliers, knife or hatchet;
• grinders and welding;
• drill with drill 8-10 diameter;
• sandpaper.

Manufacturing procedure:

We grind the ribs of the reinforcement on a grinder so that it becomes smooth. We take a corrugated one, not a smooth one, since a higher grade of steel is used for its production, the hook will be stronger. Let's prepare the pen. Using a drill, a drill of a suitable diameter, drill a hole in the center of the workpiece. Afterwards, if necessary, we adjust it to the required size using a knife or hatchet. At the same time, make sure that the hole is in the center of the handle. Next, sand the handle until smooth with sandpaper. We put a nut on the edge of the reinforcement and weld it by welding. Put a washer on top of the nut, then put on the handle, then the washer and nut again

It is important that there is a small gap between the washers and the handle so that the hook handle can rotate well. To do this, place a piece of paper folded a couple of times between them.

Then weld the second nut. Be sure to place water near you so that if the pen catches fire, you can immediately extinguish it. Now we will sharpen the edge of the reinforcement with a grinder, do not overdo it so that it does not turn out too thin, otherwise the crochet hook will bend. We retreat 1-2 cm from the edge of the handle and make a bend at 90-140 degrees (it all depends on the chosen type of hook, see examples of bends in the picture below). We retreat 1-2 centimeters from the edge of the reinforcement and bend the tip of the hook with pliers at 80-100 degrees. Make sure that the bends are in the same plane. To increase the service life of the handle, we cover it with impregnation for wood against rotting and moisture in 2 layers. After drying, coat it with wood varnish. The hook is ready, all that remains is to make a couple of ties for testing; if it fits well, then you don’t need to bend anything, otherwise you can bend it a little to fit your hand.

Photos of handmade hooks for tying reinforcement

We recommend watching the video instructions for one of the options for making a crochet hook with your own hands.

That's all. Now you have not only learned about knitting devices, but also learned how to make a hook for tying reinforcement with your own hands and can easily cope with this task.

Crochet hook from an old toothbrush, micron

I would call this master class very strange. Agree: it’s unclear why you should spend your time making a crochet hook if you can buy a similar plastic tool in a store at a ridiculous price? But after giving it some thought, I realized that this was a very good idea. How many toothbrushes does your family throw away per year? Most people throw them in the general trash bin, so these pieces of plastic cannot be recycled. They will lie in landfills for centuries and pollute the environment. It would be much smarter to turn toothbrushes into hooks, thereby preventing the overproduction of plastic hooks. So crafts made from a toothbrush are very useful, join us!

Important recommendations for choosing reinforcement for the foundation

Diameter

When choosing reinforcement for the foundation, first of all, pay attention to the diameter of the rods. The relationship is simple: the thicker the reinforcement, the more severe loads it can withstand

When determining the optimal diameter, first of all, the characteristics of the soil are taken into account (the main point is heaving) and the expected weight of the finished building, taking into account the weight of its internal arrangement and residents/visitors.

This is how it should be ideally and according to the rules. Along with this, many private developers refuse to draw up design documentation and perform related extensive calculations, adhering to average and generally accepted values. In the case of the construction of relatively small buildings, for example, such as a bathhouse, such an approach is acceptable.

The recommendations are as follows:

• if the structure is erected from relatively light materials (timber, gas blocks and other lightweight building elements from this series), reinforcement with a diameter of 1.2 cm is used. It is impossible to use rods with a diameter of less than 12 mm for arranging the foundation - reinforcement so modest in its overall characteristics is only suitable for use in the construction of supports for fences, gates and other light utility structures;
• if construction is carried out using heavier materials, the recommended diameter of the reinforcement changes accordingly. In most cases, rods with a diameter of 1.4-1.6 mm are used.

Assortment of fittings

Class

The second important indicator is the class of the reinforcement. For a private foundation, class A-3 material is suitable.

Corrugated fittings A3, steel grade A500S, GOST 5781-82

The fittings of this group are very easy to use (easily bends without the use of special tools), durable and reliable. Less commonly used are rods of class A-2 (they can be bent 180 degrees, A-3 – 90 degrees).

Table of reinforcement classes and steel grades

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Eggplant for the winter!

1. Just a great recipe! Z»ili for the first month of winter, perhaps)

Good for pasta and just some bread!

-3 kg of eggplants cut into rough slices and soak for 3 years in salted water, drain and place in the marinade.

— Marinade: 0.5 l of olive oil, a jar of Chumak tomato paste, 2 glasses of water, 700 g of cucumber, 2 tbsp. salt., 1.5 cl.

— Stew eggplants in marinade 20 minutes.

— Add 3 middle heads to the stew and simmer for another 20 minutes.

— Place in light-colored jars and sterilize for 20 minutes.

2. Eggplant in tomato social

2 liters of Odessky juice or 2 liters of crushed tomatoes

All this is great banyak + bay leaves + peppers + cloves - bring to a boil + 9 series of cibulin (salt cubes) and cook for 7-8 minutes at the point of boiling + 9 pieces of bell pepper (large cubes) - cook 7-8 hv. + 9 eggplants with skin (large cubes) - cook for 25-30 minutes. Stir with a wooden spoon. Place in dry jars. Do not sterilize. Yield: 5 cans of 1 liter each.

3. The “Mother-in-Law’s Tongue” salad, having lost its name, is not at all for nothing, but it is also tasty and hot.

The gourmet snack of kozhna gazdinya can be flavored with a small amount of paprika (hot pepper).

You will also need: eggplant 3 kg, bell pepper 800 g, chasnik 2-3 heads, paprika 5-6 pods, tomatoes 4-5 pcs., salt, zukor, otset, olive.

Place the tomatoes in a food processor and grind them.

We reject the same masa (gostra adjika).

Boil 20 khvilins stirringly in a saucepan with a heavy bottom.

Add 2 tbsp. cucumber 2 tbsp. salt, 50 ml of boiling water. After 5 minutes, remove from the fire.

Cut the eggplants into circles 0.8-1 cm thick, add salt, add 15 slices, brush on both sides until golden brown.