Daniel Rivalin

Reworked rivet nut for battery storage project | Fastener + Fixing Technology

For an OEM specialised in sustainable energy projects, a battery enclosure design specified M12 semi hex closed end rivet nuts. The fasteners had to be closed end to prevent ingress of dust or dirt, and hexagonal for increased spin out resistance in ... [Read More]
2020/05/01

Online support from HENKEL | Fastener + Fixing Technology

HENKEL has a long-established online network for its customers to access support and instructions, with these resources proving to be particularly useful for businesses during the period of uncertainty caused by the on-going situation with Covid-1... [Read More]
2020/05/01

Controlling Quality of Zinc Flake Coatings on Steel Fasteners | Products Finishing

The quality of zinc flake coatings depends on good adhesion and bonding to the substrate of the fasteners, according to Scott McEuen is North American business development manager of zinc flake coatings at Atotech.(...) via Controlling Quality of ... [Read More]
2020/04/30

Grainger-owned Zoro sees surge in demand during pandemic | Torque-Expo

Many industry suppliers are reported to be seeing increased demand for products during the coronavirus lockdown, including Zoro, the Grainger-owned online retailer.(...) via Grainger-owned Zoro sees surge in demand during pandemic. [Read More]
2020/04/30

Michael Mantis named CEO of Fasteners Inc./Southwestern Supply | Fastener Engineering

Michael Mantis was recently named CEO of Fasteners Inc./Southwestern Supply, following the passing of his father — the company’s founder and owner, Keith Mantis.(...) via Michael Mantis named CEO of Fasteners Inc./Southwestern Supply | Fastener ... [Read More]
2020/04/30

Modular home created thanks to HECO | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

A weekend home made of cross laminated timber was largely prefabricated by the Bavarian carpentry firm Edhofer, with the help of HECO screws.(...) via Modular home created thanks to HECO | Fastener + Fixing Magazine. [Read More]
2020/04/30

Guidance on finishes and materials | Fastener + Fixing Technology

The team at Challenge Europe are used to dealing with questions of specification regarding materials and finishes of threaded fasteners. This preferably occurs early in the process of defining new assemblies but may equally be of value at service or ... [Read More]
2020/04/30

What are cheese head screws? | Fastener Engineering

“Cheese head” screws are defined by their head type. The cheese head has cylindrical sides with a flat disc top and a flat bearing surface. The head height is approximately half of its diameter and typically features a slot drive.(...) via What ... [Read More]
2020/04/29

TFC appoints Chris Billinge as Group Business Development Director | Torque-Expo

Technical engineering group TFC has recruited a new Group Business Development Director, Chris Billinge to the senior management team.(...) via TFC appoints Chris Billinge as Group Business Development Director. [Read More]
2020/04/29