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Non-rotational loosening of threaded fasteners | Fastener + Fixing Technology

 This is the first part in a series of articles discussing non-rotational loosening of threaded fasteners. One feature of nuts and bolts is that they allow complex assemblies to be built and dismantled, as necessary. Under certain conditions, a nut ... [Read More]
2021/05/14

The Death of the Mechanical Fastener Is Upon Us | Thomesnet

 Automakers are already under a ton of heat, and it’s only going to increase. Cut weight! Less maintenance! Make it quiet! Make it last! Better fuel economy! Build faster! This is quite a laundry list of demands on modern vehicles, and many of them ... [Read More]
2021/05/05

Renovation of three heavy-duty railway bridges in Hungary | Fastener + Fixing Technology

 In the Hungarian city of Budapest, contractors are working hard on the renovation of three Southern Connection Railway bridges. This renovation project is part of the cities overarching South Circle Train project.(...) via Renovation of three ... [Read More]
2021/04/27

Lack of Rivets Grounds 60 737 MAX Planes | Global Fastener News

 A minor change in Boeing’s 737 MAX manufacturing process that was insufficiently vetted caused an electrical system problem that temporarily grounded more than 60 of the aircraft.(...) via Lack of Rivets Grounds 60 737 MAX Planes | Global ... [Read More]
2021/04/26

From construction site to production line – Premier Construction News

 Building prefabricated modules off-site can speed up the construction process by as much as 50 per cent and cut costs by up to 20 per cent, according to a 2019 report by McKinsey & Company. So, is now the time to embrace modular construction? ... [Read More]
2021/04/16

The Changing Face of Fastener Plating and Coating | Global Fastener News

 It’s easy to assume that plating and coating options for fasteners are “set in stone.” But changes in regulations and standards requires ongoing attention, according to Laurence Claus, founder of NNi Training and Consulting.(...) via The ... [Read More]
2021/04/12

Force, matter and motion | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Here John Cross, general manager at Rotech Laboratories Ltd – the UK-based leading UKAS accredited materials testing laboratory, which is also part of the wider Rubery Owen Group and RO Materials Testing Division – outlines the importance of ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

Is a torque value needed? | Fastener + Fixing Technology

 A question often asked on training courses is whether it is necessary to specify a tightening torque? The answer somewhat depends upon what industry sector you are working in. In structural engineering, on buildings for example, many joints do not ... [Read More]
2021/03/26

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 is the future for the car? | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 The automotive sector is very important for the fastener industry both in terms of consumption – an average of 20kg of fasteners are used in each vehicle – and the development and quality of the products. In fact, the majority of fasteners used ... [Read More]
2021/03/04