Article compiled by Industrial Rivet & Fastener Rivet nuts are internally threaded fasteners that are anchored from just one side of a workpiece or application. They’re an excellent component to use to add strength to thin materials, which is particularly important as the manufacturing trend is moving toward thinner and lighter substrates — such…
New power-tool accessories offer up to 1,000 volts of electrical protection
Fifty-four percent of professionals work around live electricity every day, 62% use battery-powered impact tools to perform electrical work, and 87% have been shocked while on construction job sites. It’s a risk they would rather not have to take. To keep pros safe and productive, Crescent APEX developed the new eSHOK-GUARD Isolated Bit Holder and…
Ruland launches pre-designed modular mounting systems
Ruland Manufacturing‘s pre-designed modular mounting systems comprise of a kit of components that fit together to mount conveyor rails, sensors, screens, cameras, and other industrial components in a variety of applications. They include an assortment of tubes, connectors, mounting components, and accessories that are used for mounting in industrial equipment — such as those found…
JW Winco offers new line of hygienic design products
Hygienic cleanliness is not only an essential prerequisite in the food, medical, and pharmaceutical industries. Other areas of industry, such as the paint or chemical manufacturing processes, also take advantage of high hygienic standards. When using typical components, production machines, and the conditions or environment require thorough cleaning. This often means time-consuming costly disassembly and…
Brighton-Best’s Q.A. Lab earns continued accreditation
Brighton-Best International (BBI), a master fastener distributor, recently announced a few updates at its company. Most recently, BBI’s Q.A. Lab, which is located in Los Angeles, was approved for continued accreditation by the American Association of Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA). A2LA is a non-profit organization that’s dedicated to the recognition of competent testing and calibration laboratories…
Huntsman acquires specialty adhesives manufacturer, Gabriel Performance Products
Huntsman Corporation, a multinational manufacturer and marketer of industrial chemical products, has announced an agreement to acquire Gabriel Performance Products — a North American specialty chemical manufacturer of specialty additives and epoxy curing agents for the coatings, adhesives, sealants, and composite end-markets. “Gabriel makes highly specialized toughening and curing agents and other additives used…
Millennium Slate granted patent for its hook and loop adhered slate roofing system
Millennium Slate LLC has been issued United States Patent 10,829,937 B2 “Roofing System and Method.” This patent, and other patents and trademarks pending, covers Millennium’s unique hook and loop adhered slate roofing system. The company was founded to pursue this unique method of attaching slate to a roof with hook and loop fasteners. It…
HYTORC to host virtual event on its bolting and training programs
HYTORC Industrial Bolting Systems, a manufacturer of hydraulic and electric torque wrenches, is offering a virtual broadcast that will cover the full range of its global bolting training programs. The online event will take place on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 9am and again at 4pm EST. The broadcast will cover the full range of…
Crescent APEX launches unique project kits for faster assembly
Certain projects require specific tools that aren’t necessarily staples in every toolbox. And when those projects come up, you usually have to pay more for individual tools or for an expensive set that you don’t need. To help tool users out, Crescent APEX developed three unique project kits with the tools you need to make…
Symmco’s molding presses offer advanced technology not typically available
Symmco is a trusted source for innovative solutions for some of today’s toughest design challenges. The company offers cost-effective methods of producing complex and intricate parts. One way it’s able to provide customers this service is by investing in advanced press technologies and equipment. Symmco’s latest Dorst and Osterwalder hydraulic and mechanical molding presses allow…