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Dymax announces new partnership with WESCO
Dymax, a manufacturer of rapid curing materials and equipment, is welcoming its newest manufacturers’ representative, WESCO Sales Group, to their growing list of business partnerships. Located in Bellevue, Washington, WESCO will focus their efforts on promoting and supporting the sales of Dymax light-curing solutions to the aerospace and defense and electric-vehicle (EV) markets throughout the…
Demand for reactive and hot-melt adhesives growing, finds new study
A new Freedonia Group analysis of the global adhesives and sealants finds that water-based adhesives will remain the most used product in 2025, accounting for nearly one-third of all demand. However, reactive and hot-melt adhesives and sealants are expected to gain greater popularity in use with some of the best opportunities moving forward. Overall, the…
Advance Components offers engineered pneudraulic and hydraulic installation tools
Gage Bilt (GB) hydraulic and pneudraulic (pneumatic-hydraulic) installation tools — available at industrial fasteners master distributor, Advance Components — are designed to permanently install a wide variety of commercial rivets and lockbolt fasteners. This includes Avdel, Cherry, Huck, and POP. The ergonomic design makes the tools easy to use with one hand. Equipped with a low effort…
New Bosch PROFACTOR impact wrenches offer high power in a cordless design
Bosch Power Tools, the global provider of power tools and power-tool accessories, has announced the launch of two high-torque impact wrenches under the PROFACTOR System: the GDS18V-740C and GDS18V-770C. These new models provide high torque and exceptional control and flexibility. Additionally, these impact wrenches feature BITURBO Brushless technology and optimized in-tool electronics allowing for high…
Going on six generations of fastening innovations
Long before the invention of the automobile, assembly lines, and modern manufacturing, a young man with an entrepreneurial mind decided to start a company. Albert-Pierre Raymond grew up in Grenoble, France when horses were the modern form of transportation and the world of textiles was big business. “Albert-Pierre was my great-great-grandfather, and he was the…
Bosch launches new heavy-duty drill/driver power tools
Bosch Power Tools, the global provider of power tools and power tool accessories, has introduced its strongest new hammer drill/driver and drill/driver under the PROFACTOR System to date — the GSB18V-1330C and GSR18V-1330C. These newly designed models provide users with high power, kickback control, and leveling-angle control to accomplish a range of heavy-duty tasks. Additionally,…
Global aerospace fasteners market to hit $12.80 billion by 2030
A slow rise in air traveling and surge in government expenditure on defense are driving the growth of the global aerospace fasteners market. According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, the global aerospace fasteners market was estimated at $7.42 billion in 2020 and is expected to hit $12.80 billion by 2030 —…
Henkel low-pressure molding materials protect and seal medical electronics
Henkel, a manufacturer of adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, has introduced three new low-pressure molding (LPM) materials designed to seal and protect medical devices from moisture, temperature extremes, chemicals, vibration, impact, and other environmental concerns. Using a gentle, low-pressure process, Loctite PA 6732, Loctite PA 6682, and Loctite PA 6951 completely encapsulate medical devices including…
InventHelp developer designs self-threaded locking fastener with threadlock
Smart Fastener is a new, patent-pending design aimed at providing a more secure fastener than existing nut-bolt options. It was developed to stay in place when removed. So, not only does it keep parts securely connected but it can be tightened with a single hand. This versatile design allows for affixing a nut and any…
Pivot Point’s nylon lanyards keep fasteners in place
Pivot Point Inc.‘s Nylon Lanyards help keep pins, fasteners, and other components in place where they belong. The lanyards offer light-duty retention and loss prevention, providing a lower-cost alternative to steel or stainless steel lanyard and cable assemblies for light-duty retention and tethering of pins and other fasteners. Made from Super Tough ST801 nylon and…
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Dymax announces new partnership with WESCO
Dymax, a manufacturer of rapid curing materials and equipment, is welcoming its newest manufacturers’ representative, WESCO Sales Group, to their growing list of business partnerships. Located in Bellevue, Washington, WESCO will focus their efforts on promoting and supporting the sales of Dymax light-curing solutions to the aerospace and defense and electric-vehicle (EV) markets throughout the…
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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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Global aerospace fasteners market to hit $12.80 billion by 2030
A slow rise in air traveling and surge in government expenditure on defense are driving the growth of the global aerospace fasteners market. According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, the global aerospace fasteners market was estimated at $7.42 billion in 2020 and is expected to hit $12.80 billion by 2030 —…
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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…
