If I Had a Hammer, I’d Hammer the Hammer-Lock Tabs

The song, “If I Had a Hammer,” is a 1949 folk song stressing that people can create change by working together. It was re-released in the 1960s by Peter, Paul and Mary. Most of you probably have to look it up … and then keep reading.

For some, that song brings back memories of camp songs and road trips with parents or grandparents. The mere mention of “hammer” triggers the lyrics in some of our minds.

A focus on the lyrics has us thinking that positive change in the design and construction industry can happen by melding crafts together and selecting the right products to transform the built environment. If that correlation is too much of a leap for you, maybe we think people sing “If I Had a Hammer” when they realize the importance—and simplicity—of Hammer-Lock Tabs.

What are Hammer-Lock Tabs? They are the bendable tabs on our metal framing tracks, specifically Flex-C Trac, Flex-C Arch and Flex-C Angle. The tabs are what make Flex-Ability Products unique when compared to others.

Launched in 1995, our company set out to transform steel framing. We wanted to make contractors' jobs easier, boost building aesthetics, and eliminate waste and structural soft spots—all while protecting the bottom line. We did exactly that.

To install Flex-Ability Concepts’ products, a contractor just needs to draw the needed radius on a hard surface, such as a concrete floor. Then the track can be laid down and curved by hand into position. The tracks have pivotal, flexible sections that are easily shaped by hand. The Hammer-Lock tabs are then hammered into place to secure the shape. If needed, self-tapping screws can go into the sides for added strength. Finally, the track just needs to be fastened to the ceiling or floor. If you are a visual learner and want to see an installation in action, go to our YouTube page to check out a variety of videos.

The Hammer-Lock tabs create instant rigidity, which is vital for proper installation. Whether you are building curved walls, columns, arches, S curves, domes and barrel vaults with Flex-C Trac or arches with Flex-C Arch, the patented Hammer-Lock tabs provide your crew with installation speed and accuracy to be the best when it comes to framing curves! That’s something to sing about.