what are shear studs
1 Shearstud is the leading supplier of stud welding products, stud welding equipment and special fasteners. 2  We hold the largest stock in the UK, typically with over 3 million studs, in a range of sizes, always available and a production capacity of 50 million studs per annum worldwide. We can design and make almost any size, shape or configuration - threaded or non-threaded, in mild steel, stainless steel or aluminium.