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VIDEO: Could Tape Replace Conventional Fastening Techniques? > ENGINEERING.com

 Duct tape has a running gag of being the miracle fix-it tool, but with a fail point of around 30 psi, it doesn’t quite hold up to its industrial cousin – 3M VHB (Very High Bond) tape. (...) via VIDEO: Could Tape Replace Conventional Fasten... [Read More]
2015/11/19

Starborn Introduces a New Two-inch Version of its Cap-Tor® xd PVC and Composite Deck Screw – prweb

 This new shorter version of the Cap-Tor xd screw is designed to attach PVC and composite decking to rooftop sleeper systems or for use in other applications where standard 2-1/2” or 2-3/4” Cap-Tor xd screws are too long. The two-inch version is ... [Read More]
2015/11/19

NORMAQUICK SSL provides security | Fastener+Fixing

 NORMA Group has developed a new plastic quick connector – NORMAQUICK SSL – for use on fuel and urea systems in passenger, commercial and agriculture vehicles, as well as in heavy equipment. (...) via NORMAQUICK SSL provides security. [Read More]
2015/11/19

Blind rivet nuts in lightweight construction | Fastener+Fixing Technology

 Carbon fibre-reinforced plastics (CFRP) have fascinating advantages when it comes to saving weight. However, they are also particularly demanding and standard connectors are not good enough for this high-quality material. GESIPA® Blindniettechnik ... [Read More]
2015/11/18

Latest Issue | Fastener+Fixing

 For the November issue of Fastener + Fixing Magazine the editorial team has racked up the miles – including visits to Germany, Italy, Taiwan and the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham, UK – to ensure that we are always bringing you unique ... [Read More]
2015/11/18

Japanese Iwai Seisakusyo Diversifies Precision Screw Offering | Fastener World

   Iwai Seisakusyo, a metal component machining/processing/assembling company, is particularly good at precision screws mainly supplied to the medical and precision machinery industry. In addition, the company also reaches out to general ... [Read More]
2015/11/18

Barton acquisition – the backstory | Fastener+Fixing

 Four months after its metamorphosis from an Anixter division to a standalone, independent business within the AIP portfolio, Optimas OE Solutions has acquired a UK-based manufacturer of bespoke critical fasteners and special cold forgings. Phil ... [Read More]
2015/11/18

FASTENERS MEETALY confronts the future | Fastener+Fixing

 Coinciding with the World Trade Fair in Milan, FASTENERS MEETALY 2015 was heralded by its organisers as the first world convention focused on fasteners. Phil Matten, executive editor, was at the Hotel ATA to listen to some thought-provoking presen... [Read More]
2015/11/18

SD Products expands its range | Fastener+Fixing

 SD Products Limited has added several new lines of marine and fabric fasteners to its expanding catalogue, enabling it to offer easy to use products at low prices. (...) via SD Products expands its range. [Read More]
2015/11/18

China’s Metal Fastener Output Exceeds 6.67 Million Tons from Jan.-Sept. | China Fastener .info

 The output of China's metal fasteners jumped by 11.02% year-on-year to 6,679,830.22 tons from January-September, 2015. The top five provinces by volume were Zhejiang province, Hebei province, Sichuan province, Jiangsu province and Liaoning ... [Read More]
2015/11/17