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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

New date for wire® and Tube® | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Messe Düsseldorf has announced the wire® and Tube® shows will now take place from 7th – 11th December, after being postponed due to the Coronavirus: Covid-19.(...) via New date for wire® and Tube® | Fastener + Fixing Magazine. [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

NORMA equips irrigation system of Australian wood plantation | Fastener + Fixing Technology

 NORMA Group, a global market leader in engineered joining technology, is supporting the water supply of an Australian sandalwood plantation with its COBRA clamps. Sandalwood is mainly used in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Around ... [Read More]
2020/03/06

Advances in riveting and mechanical fastening | The Fabricator

 When you think of riveting, you might think it’s a mature technology where not much new happens under the sun. You’d be right, but only partly. Yes, riveting is old technology. Place a rivet in a hole, apply pressure to and deform the tenon to ... [Read More]
2020/03/05

Fastener Distributor Index Continues Rebound in Feb., Though Outlook Dips | Industrial Distribution

 FCH Sourcing Network’s monthly Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) gained more positive ground in February after January’s major rebound, though the index’ near-term outlook waned further amid fears of supply chain disruption tied to the ongoing ... [Read More]
2020/03/05

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

Advanced vibratory feeder control system | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 REO AG states that it is launching the world’s most advanced vibratory feeder control system in early 2020 – the REOVIB MFS 368. Having a compact design, it combines a wide range of applications with a wide range of security mechanisms and ... [Read More]
2020/03/05

Rivit meets different market needs with stainless steel | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Specialising in the production and distribution of fastening systems, Rivit Srl is able to offer a comprehensive range of products to satisfy the most demanding customers.(...) via Rivit meets different market needs with stainless steel | Fastener ... [Read More]
2020/03/05

An innovative fastening approach for thin sheet metals and modelling by finite element method | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Nowadays weight reduction studies have gained importance for a wide variety of industries, but especially in automotive and aviation. When it comes to weight reduction there are two main activities that are being carried out.(...) via An innovative ... [Read More]
2020/03/05