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A guide to 316 stainless steel wedge anchors | Fastener Engineering

 Wedge anchors, typically used in industrial applications, are a common choice because of the strength, rust resistance, and ease of use these devices provide.(...) via A guide to 316 stainless steel wedge anchors | Fastener Engineering. [Read More]
2020/01/13

What is the load-transfer factor and why does it matter? | Fastener Engineering

 When using hydraulic bolt tensioners to induce a controlled preload into a bolted joint, several key factors including the load transfer factor require consideration and examination.(...) via What is the load-transfer factor and why does it matter? ... [Read More]
2020/01/13

A safer, more accurate washer | Fastener Engineering

 The HYTORC Washer offers a simple upgrade that provides improvements in safety, speed, and accuracy. Essentially, this washer works with a double nut cap. The outer cap rests on the serrated outer edge of the washer, while the inner nut cap rotates ... [Read More]
2020/01/13

Growermetal adds spherical washers and conical seats | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Growermetal Srl has added two new articles to its standard production range during 2019 – spherical washers (type C) and conical seats (type D) – both manufactured in compliance with the German standard DIN 6319.(...) via Growermetal adds ... [Read More]
2020/01/13

Hexstone announces consultation on future of Bilston site | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Hexstone Limited, the UK’s leading wholesaler of fasteners, fixings and associated products, has announced a consultation on the future of its Bilston site, home of the Stainless Threaded Fasteners (STF) and Icon Fastener divisions. The Righton ... [Read More]
2020/01/13

Chemical anchors vs mechanical anchors | Fastener + Fixing Technology

 Anyone who is familiar with selecting suitable fixings knows that a large range of various systems are on offer, which can be confusing. This is no mean feat, particularly when it comes to safety applications. One of the first decisions users must ... [Read More]
2020/01/13

EQT Greater China II sells PSM International

 The EQT Greater China II fund (“EQT Greater China” or “EQT”) announced that it has signed an agreement to sell its entire stake in PSM International (“PSM” or “the Company”), a multinational leading fastener manufacturer, to Bulten ... [Read More]
2020/01/10

Automated hot forging line | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Videx has launched a new fully automated, but with no robots, hot forging line of between six and ten machines, replacing the traditional separate forging presses and trimming operation machines.(...) via Automated hot forging line | Fastener + ... [Read More]
2020/01/10

Dormole takes stake in Harrison & Clough | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

 Dormole Ltd, owners of ForgeFix, has continued its policy of investing in independent suppliers to the tools and fixings trade by taking a majority stake in Harrison & Clough (H&C), the fixings and fasteners wholesaler based in Keighley, ... [Read More]
2020/01/10

Clean electricity innovation wins engineering newcomer 2019 | Fastener + Fixing Technology

 A team of students took home the 2019 Engineering Newcomer Award, earning them €2,000 in the process, thanks to their innovative light and durable thermostatic generator that turns heat into clean electricity. norelem, global standard components ... [Read More]
2020/01/10