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CenterLine model N saves space in light production fastener welding applications | The Fabricator

CenterLine (Windsor) Ltd. has introduced the model N to its CLCS FlexFast line of configured stationary welding machines. It features a narrow upper arm and lower knee with a 152- by 300-mm tooling platen. The base model supports one OHMA air-over... [Read More]
2021/08/25

Threaded Fasteners acquires threading machine manufacturer, RTC | Fastener Engineering

Threaded Fasteners, Inc. (TFI), a 100% employee-owned business specializing in the manufacturing, custom packaging, and distribution of steel fasteners, has acquired RTC Threaders — formally Ruja Tooling Corp based in Churubusco, Indiana.(...) ... [Read More]
2021/08/25

Accurate bolt tension measurements for wind turbines | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Denmark-based R&D AS has developed the Bolt-Check solution, which accurately measures bolt tension within wind turbines, using ultrasonic sensors and software analysis, to help maintain the right tension of bolted joints.(...) via Accurate bolt ... [Read More]
2021/08/25

SFS awarded “Global Supplier Award” from Bosch | Torque-Expo

SFS has announced that it has been awarded as one of Bosch’s most reliable suppliers, accepting the award of best “Direct Purchasing- Mobility Solutions”. Other factors that contributed to this award include the company’s constant willingn... [Read More]
2021/08/25

Enhanced Dynaplus super-strong decking screw revealed | Torque-Expo

The Dynaplus® decking screw has been improved with the addition of an extra piece of thread just below the screw head, which holds the decking board even more securely.(...) via Enhanced Dynaplus super-strong decking screw revealed. [Read More]
2021/08/25

A new method for determining optimum thread rolling set-ups | Fastener + Fixing Magazine

Here Laurence Claus, NNi Training and Consulting Inc, discusses a new thread rolling technology from Mule Technology LLC that can improve part quality and efficiency, reduce set-up time and complexity, as well as produce repeatability in set-ups.(... [Read More]
2021/08/25

TFI Acquires RTC | Global Fastener News

RTC was founded in 1971 by Jack Pease. Today the U.S. manufacturer of planetary threading equipment is operated by his son, Rick Pease.(...) via TFI Acquires RTC | Global Fastener News. [Read More]
2021/08/24

Semi-Annual Report 2021 | Bossard

A broad-based economic upturn on a global scale dominated the first half of 2021. Bossard reached new records in sales as well as EBIT and net income, thus returning to a growth course. Sales in the first half of 2021 grew by 23.9 percent to CHF ... [Read More]
2021/08/24

New welding manual for engineering fastener foundations | Fastener Engineering

A new welding manual from OHIO Nut & Bolt Company, a division of Buckeye Fasteners, offers the company’s most up-to-date information on welding projection and spot weld fasteners. So, if you’ve been having issues with resistance spot or ... [Read More]
2021/08/24

Owlett-Jaton: Structural timber fasteners & connectors, all under one roof | Torque-Expo

TRADA (Timber Research and Development Association) refers to two fundamental types of mechanical fasteners for structural timber, depending on how they transfer the forces between the connected members, namely ‘dowel‐type fasteners’ and ... [Read More]
2021/08/24