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Demand for threaded industrial fasteners is growing, finds new report | Fastener Engineering

The latest insight on global industrial fasteners market projects an expansion of around 4% CAGR through 2031. This is according to Fact.MR, a market intelligence firm.(...) via Demand for threaded industrial fasteners is growing, finds new report ... [Read More]
2021/03/30

Optimas Solutions moves its global headquarters in Illinois | Fastener Engineering

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer, distributor, and service provider, has moved its global corporate headquarters from Glenview, IL into its manufacturing operations in Wood Dale, IL.(...) via Optimas Solutions moves its global ... [Read More]
2021/03/25

Visumatic shares new automated fastening video | Fastener Engineering

Visumatic, an expert in automated fastening technology, recently released a case study video showing the company was able to solve a handheld assembly challenge.(...) via Visumatic shares new automated fastening video | Fastener Engineering. [Read More]
2021/03/24

When are washers used with fasteners and why? | Fastener Engineering

A washer is a thin plate with a concentric hole that’s typically used to evenly distribute the load of a threaded fastener. Before a threaded fastener (such as a screw) is driven into a surface, a washer may be placed through the end for greater ... [Read More]
2021/03/23

WINA and NSI to deliver expanded safety solutions with acquisition of ORR Safety | Fastener Engineering

Würth Industry North America (WINA) and Northern Safety & Industrial (NSI) have announced the acquisition of Louisville-based ORR Safety — one of the largest privately held safety companies ($125M) in the U.S.(...) via WINA and NSI to ... [Read More]
2021/03/18

What are twin nuts and how do they function? | Fastener Engineering

A twin nut is a type of split nut that resembles a regular hex nut cut into two pieces for quick assembly and rapid adjustment. The nut is split into two halves along a plane that passes through the axis of rotation. This allows the female thread to ... [Read More]
2021/03/16

FTI offering four-course digital training on fastener failures | Fastener Engineering

The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit training provider, is offering a new, four-course training digital feature on Fastener Failures.(...) via FTI offering four-course digital training on fastener failures | Fastener Engineering. [Read More]
2021/03/15

International Fastener Expo releases Health & Safety Plan ahead of its September event | Fastener Engineering

The International Fastener Expo (IFE), the largest industrial fasteners and tooling & machinery event in North America, is looking forward to welcoming its attendees, exhibitors, and partners back to Las Vegas, September 21-23, 2021, for its ... [Read More]
2021/03/12

When is a chemical threadlocker preferred over mechanical locking? | Fastener Engineering

Mechanical fasteners — such as split washers, double or nylon nuts, or toothed-flanged bolts — are often used to lock threaded assemblies into place. Although these components are typically effective, they can add weight to an application and ... [Read More]
2021/03/11

What fasteners should be used with pressure-treated wood? | Fastener Engineering

Pressure-treated lumber is treated with Alkaline Copper Quaternary (ACQ), an environmentally friendly, water-based preservative that is free of arsenic and chromium.(...) via What fasteners should be used with pressure-treated wood? | Fastener ... [Read More]
2021/03/08