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ARC Energy Services opens new Virginia office for worker training & testing
ARC Energy Services, Inc., the Veteran-owned specialty mechanical contracting company serving the power and process industries, announced the opening of a new office in Ashland, Virginia, to accommodate growth and leverage the area’s diverse talent pool. The company says it will provide worker training and testing on specialty welding, machining, and other services at this…
DEWALT delivers new high-impact torque wrench
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand and provider of total job-site solutions, today announced the new DEWALT 20V MAX* XR 1/2″ High-Torque Impact Wrench with Hog Ring Anvil (DCF900). It’s equipped with 47% more torque and features designed for the toughest fastening jobs. Delivering 1030 ft-lbs. of max fastening torque and 1400 ft-lbs. of max…
Southco launches corrosion-resistant positioning hinge
Southco, Inc., a global provider of engineered access solutions, has recently expanded its successful E6 Constant Torque Position Control Hinge series to include a corrosion-resistant cast stainless steel version that provides superior durability in harsh outdoor environments. “The stainless steel E6 Constant Torque Position Control Hinge is a premium product that provides maximum corrosion resistance…
XLCS Partners advises Tower Fasteners in sale to MSC Industrial
XLCS Partners, Inc., a middle market investment bank, announced that it served as an exclusive advisor to Tower Fasteners in its sale to All Integrated Solutions (AIS), a subsidiary of MSC Industrial Supply. Tower is a second-generation value-added distributor of OEM fasteners and other components to a diverse set of industrial, medical equipment, aerospace, military,…
Adhesive supplier, R.S. Hughes, leveraging Infor CloudSuite Distribution ERP
R.S. Hughes, which provides a wide array of adhesives, abrasives, tapes, labeling, and safety products, has chosen Infor CloudSuite Distribution to help fuel business growth and maintain its competitive advantage. “We are extending our strategic relationship with Infor, which will help us stay current and provide a platform for growth while improving our customers’ experiences,”…
The most common mechanical tests for fasteners
Rob LaPointe | President & CEO AIM Testing Laboratory Laboratory analysis for fasteners includes a variety of tests that can be grouped into four broad areas: mechanical, metallographic, chemical, and nondestructive. Nearly all fastener testing required by drawings and manufacturing specifications can be categorized into one of these four major areas. Unless dealing directly with…
Miller launches reimagined Dynasty TIG welder
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a global manufacturer of arc-welding equipment, has announced the launch of its reimagined Dynasty TIG welder. Dynasty operators will experience an unrivaled precision arc performance, which is now paired with an intuitive user interface to unlock advanced capabilities. The simple setup allows for easy navigation through an informative color LCD…
Kennametal offers new turning grade for machining hardened steel and alloys
Kennametal has introduced its latest ceramic turning grade, KYHK15B, designed to deliver increased productivity and lower cost per edge in hard-turning operations. The new grade provides greater depth of cut capabilities than PcBN inserts when machining hardened steel, high-temperature alloys, and cast iron, as well as maximum tool life and wear resistance for the most…
Kraton maintains its Platinum-level sustainability rating
Kraton Corporation, a global sustainable producer of specialty polymers and bio-based products derived from pine wood pulping co-products, announced that it has maintained a Platinum award — the highest rating available for its sustainability management system from EcoVadis. “This second consecutive EcoVadis Platinum rating recognizes Kraton’s actions of putting its sustainability goals into action,” said Marcello…
Henkel opens new adhesives plant in Mexico
Henkel is expanding its production capabilities in Mexico by opening a new state-of-the-art plant for hot-melt adhesives in Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon. With a size of nearly 30,000 square meters, the new facility has been designed to primarily manufacture pressure-sensitive and non-pressure-sensitive hot melts under its Technomelt brand. “Henkel remains committed to Mexico and the great…
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Adhesive supplier, R.S. Hughes, leveraging Infor CloudSuite Distribution ERP
R.S. Hughes, which provides a wide array of adhesives, abrasives, tapes, labeling, and safety products, has chosen Infor CloudSuite Distribution to help fuel business growth and maintain its competitive advantage. “We are extending our strategic relationship with Infor, which will help us stay current and provide a platform for growth while improving our customers’ experiences,”…
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MW Industries adds to its spring-manufacturing capabilities with new acquisition
MW Industries, a provider of precision components, recently announced the acquisition of Fox Valley Spring Company, LLC, a principal supplier of springs, wire forms, and flat springs. The acquisition of Fox Valley Spring Company closed on October 29, 2021 and expands MW Industries’ existing automation and manufacturing capabilities for springs and wire forms. The combined companies will offer extensive expertise in complex precision spring manufacturing for a variety of spring types, including extension springs, torsion…
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The HARDLOCK solution: Securing against vibration
The HARDLOCK Nut resists loosening from vibration longer than most other available fasteners or locking nuts. Supplied by Staytite, this is because the HARDLOCK Nut uses a unique wedge principle to create an unprecedented and powerful self-locking force. It has become a top choice for engineers in the UK, America, Europe, and Japan. How does…
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What are industrial seals?
By Dr. Jody Muelaner Industrial seals are used to prevent leakage, hold pressure, and deflect contamination at interfaces between components. Industrial seals are used at static and dynamic interfaces. Examples of static interfaces include the entry point of bolts and screws, and the interface between an engine block and cylinder head. Adhesives and gaskets are…
