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How to choose fasteners that maximize assembly life | Fastener Engineering

 Typically, fasteners are the smallest, least costly components used in an assembly. Perhaps, for this reason, they are rarely considered until the end of a project’s design stage. However, fasteners provide a critical function by holding an entire ... [Read More]
2020/03/09

What is a cotter joint? | Fastener Engineering

 A cotter joint, also known as a socket and spigot joint, is a method of temporarily joining two coaxial rods. One rod is fitted with a spigot, which fits inside a socket at the end of the other rod.(...) via What is a cotter joint? | Fastener ... [Read More]
2020/03/06

Fastener manufacturer cuts energy use in half in attempt to reduce emissions | Fastener Engineering

 Here’s an accomplishment worth striving for — a Swedish manufacturer of high-strength stainless steel fasteners, BUMAX, has reduced the energy it uses for heating and electricity at its Åshammar facility by over 50 percent since 2011. The aim ... [Read More]
2020/03/05

Fastener Engineering announces media partnership with Fastener Fair USA | Fastener Engineering

 Our team at Fastener Engineering, a comprehensive publication covering fastening components and technology, is proud to partner with Fastener Fair USA as an official media sponsor. The third-annual event takes place May 18 to 20 at the Charlotte ... [Read More]
2020/03/04

How do you make adhesives for electronics, vehicles, and construction tougher? | Fastener Engineering

 Make them tougher by making them weaker.That’s the proposed solution from a Purdue University research team – well-known for its adhesive technology.(...) via How do you make adhesives for electronics, vehicles, and construction tougher? | ... [Read More]
2020/03/04

Meet the president of Women in the Fastener Industry | Fastener Engineering

 About five years ago, Jennifer Kushnir was setting up and working a booth at a fastener-related trade show when the one beside hers kept catching her eye.(...) via Meet the president of Women in the Fastener Industry | Fastener Engineering. [Read More]
2020/03/03

What is the difference between lock and vibration-resistant washers? | Fastener Engineering

 Lock and vibration-resistant washers are designed to prevent a threaded fastener from loosening. The terms are often used interchangeably. However, there is a difference between the two. For example, lock washers resist torque or loosening for a ... [Read More]
2020/03/02

Fastenal launches electric truck pilot program for its deliveries | Fastener Engineering

 Each business day, Fastenal trucks fuel up before heading out to deliver industrial and construction parts and supplies to surrounding branches and customer locations. Fastenal offers a broad product range, spanning more than nine major product ... [Read More]
2020/03/02

icotek offers new sizes for its screwless, pre-assembled KEL-QUICK | Fastener Engineering

 icotek has announced its first split multi-range grommets QTMB, including new sizes for its screwless pre-assembled cable entry KEL-QUICK. The new QTMB grommet enables the entry of pre-terminated cables into the KEL-QUICK system from icotek. The ... [Read More]
2020/02/28

Sky Climber offers patent-pending Rhino Hybrid nuts | Fastener Engineering

 Sky Climber, a designer and manufacturer of a wide variety of new and innovative fasteners, offers the patent-pending Rhino Hybrid high-strength nuts, which are available in a variety of materials and engineered for maximum strength.(...) via Sky ... [Read More]
2020/02/28