Michelle Froese

Written by Jody Muelaner Strap clamps, also known as band clamps, resemble the ratchet straps used to tie down loads, such as on a roof rack or truck. The webbing strap is placed around an assembly and tightened to apply pressure to joints. They’re also often used to apply pressure while bonding joints in woodwork…

The Fastener Fair USA announced that it has formed a strategic partnership with the International Fastener Machinery & Suppliers’ Association (IFMSA), owners of the International Fastener Manufacturing Exhibition (IFME). Under the multi-year agreement, the International Fastener Manufacturing Exhibition will join Fastener Fair USA, beginning with the 2021 show scheduled for June 22-24 (Conference: June 22 |…

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp., Inc. announces new additions to its Omniball spring-loaded contact product line with solder tail and solder-cup versions, offering options for different termination requirements. The unique Omniball spring-loaded contact (patent-pending) features a rolling ball interface, enabling mating components to engage in lateral, rotational, and angular alignments — while providing optimal electrical, mechanical, and…

Southco, a provider of engineered access hardware, recently launched the ST-10P Torque Cartridge Embedded Hinge. The newest addition to Southco’s ST Torque Cartridge Embedded Hinge series delivers constant torque in a compact package for pivoting and positioning applications where low levels of friction are required. The new ST-10P Torque Cartridge Embedded Hinge features an outside…

Optimas Solutions, a global manufacturer and distributor of industrial fasteners and supply chain solutions, announced the promotion of President of the Americas Marc Strandquist to Chief Executive Officer. He succeeds newly elected Optimas Board Chair and AIP Operating Partner TJ Rosengarth. In his new role, he will oversee the planning and execution of the company’s strategic plan…

Written by Jody Muelaner Clinch joining is also known as press-joining, or simply clinching. It is a way to rapidly and cost-effectively join sheet metal without the use of fasteners, welding, or adhesives. A punch is pressed through both layers of sheet metal, into a die, in such a way that they become locked together.…

The Deep Groove Screw is a new invention designed to provide a stronger screw for the construction industry. It also eliminates the need for additional procedures, such as countersinking. “I kept stripping the heads on screws and thought there could be a better design to prevent this from happening,” said an inventor, from Simi Valley, California.…

U.S. manufacturer, Dymax, is extending its distribution partnership with Biesterfeld for light-curing adhesives, casting compounds, and conformal coatings, primarily used in medical technology, industry, and electronics. Dymax is a global manufacturer of advanced light-curable adhesives, coatings, light-curing equipment, and fluid dispensing systems. Biesterfeld AG is the strategic holding of the Biesterfeld group of companies, a distributor…

Optimas Solutions, a global industrial distributor and service provider, has announced the launch of a Standard Fastener program that offers on-demand access to common screws, washers, and nuts for maintenance, repair, and production applications with minimal quality documentation requirements. The service is part of its Manufacturing Solutions strategy and will better meet the existing and…

Master Bond MasterSil 151S is an addition-curing, two-part silicone system that may be used as an adhesive, sealant, coating or form-in-place gasketing material. A unique feature of this product is that despite its silicone chemistry, it passes NASA low outgassing specifications. Additionally, it retains superior electrical conductivity with a volume resistivity of 0.004 ohm-cm at…