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How does a turnbuckle work? | Fastener Engineering

A turnbuckle, also known as a bottlescrew, is a device consisting of two threaded eye bolts with opposite handed threads that are screwed into each end of a frame. When the central frame rotators, the eye bolts are prevented from doing so because ... [Read More]
2020/03/20

MWFA Postpones March & April Events | Global Fastener News

74th anniversary dinner was scheduled for April.(...) via MWFA Postpones March & April Events | Global Fastener News. [Read More]
2020/03/17

What is a lock nut and how does it work? | Fastener Engineering

A lock nut is a nut that will resist loosening under vibration and torque. There are many types of lock nut but they can be broadly divided into those which use friction to prevent loosening and those that have some form of positive locking device... [Read More]
2020/03/17

U.S. Fastener Industry Sheltering In Place Amid Pandemic | Global Fastener News

Industrial fastener companies in the U.S. have cut travel and limited face-to-face interactions with customers in an attempt to keep employees safe and minimize the spread of the coronavirus.(...) via U.S. Fastener Industry Sheltering In Place Amid ... [Read More]
2020/03/16

IFE Seeking 2020 Hall of Fame Plus Young Professionals Nominations | Global Fastener News

First held in 1982, a total of 105 people have been inducted into the Hall of Fame. Edward McIlhon of Assembled Products and Marty Nolan of R.L. English were inducted in 2019.(...) via IFE Seeking 2020 Hall of Fame Plus Young Professionals Nomina... [Read More]
2020/03/13

What is the difference between a lag and metal screw? | Fastener Engineering

Lag screws and metal screws are both types of self-tapping screws. Lag screws are primarily designed to be screwed into wood while metal screws are intended to be screwed into sheet metal.(...) via What is the difference between a lag and metal ... [Read More]
2020/03/13

How torque tools are changing maintenance practices in critical industries | Fastener Engineering

The old adage that “these aren’t your father’s tools” tends to be overused in describing a tool’s new design. But when it comes to new torque wrenches that are equipped with wireless capabilities for real- time data collection and process ... [Read More]
2020/03/12

Old parts for new cars? | Fastener + Fixing Technology

With many new electric and autonomous vehicles entering the market designers are facing completely new challenges. They may demand new and innovative solutions, but fastener specialists JET PRESS has found it often specifies tried and tested ... [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

Optimising the insertion process in flat die rolling | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

In cold forming, the insertion of the blank into the forming tools is particularly important with regard to process stability and susceptibility to failures. Particularly in thread or form rolling with flat dies, the insertion of the blanks into the ... [Read More]
2020/03/06