A shim’s main function is to take up space. Utilizing shims allows operators to easily level, aligning, or position objects until permanent support can be installed. Plastic shims can be used in a variety of industries, for multiple purposes. At Grove Shims™ we create a wide range of shims designed to meet your industry’s needs with varying shapes and load-bearing properties.
For more information about shim applications, see our article published in The Construction Specifier, Making Space.
Plastic curtain wall shims can be used to easily align and level curtain wall systems.
Plastic glass shims align frames in three dimensions for proper spacing and optical flatness to temporarily cushion the edges of glass on hard surfaces and protect from damage.
Plastic industrial shims can be used to temporarily or permanently install heavy equipment and other machinery.
One of Grove plastic shims’ common uses is to align and cushion stone and terracotta materials temporarily or permanently to prevent damage when put in place.
Plastic precast and tilt up shims are useful for leveling and aligning panels, either vertically or horizontally, and maintaining joint spacings before final attachment.
Restoration projects often require shims to help restore structural soundness to a variety of different aspects of buildings. Solid plastic shims are particularly useful for re-leveling floors, foundations, and concrete bearing surfaces.
A great alternative to tile spacers are U-shaped and flat plastic shims. They are available in varying thicknesses and provide a larger surface area to grasp when placing in grout joints.
One of Grove plastic shims’ most common uses is to align, level, and fasten in place door and window frames as well as during the installation of entrances and storefronts.
Carpentry application shims are used in every phase of residential and light commercial construction.
Grove solid plastic shims in action on construction sites and projects.