Standard parts — meaning those that conform to an established industry standard — might seem like an easy find in most industries, but this wasn’t always the case. Before the 1980s, finding the ideal fastener or component for an automobile or a kitchen appliance in North America might have required a new design template or…

  OEP LLC specializes in custom injection-molding, precision-metal machining, industrial knobs, cold heading, and fasteners. The company offers an extensive line of standard plastic and metal knobs that require no tooling for existing styles. This means many standard metal and plastic knob styles can be easily modified to meet specific needs to avoid high tooling…

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic created a surge in global demand for medical equipment, which resulted in a massive demand for sheet metal fasteners. This has affected manufacturers that produce essential equipment, including ventilators. International specialist, TR Fastenings, has focused on being as responsive as possible to meet this demand. The company is now…

Written by Jody Muelaner Spiral pins are also referred to as coiled spring pins or, simply, coiled pins. They are a type of spring pin, typically produced by rolling a sheet of sprung steel into a spiral to form a pin. They’re used to provide enhanced strength, flexibility, and fatigue resistance. Spiral pins have a…

Bulten AB, a supplier of fasteners to the international automotive industry, has acquired new emitted shares in TensionCam Systems AB. TensionCam specializes in the development of sensors for clamp-force monitoring in screw joints. Bulten’s product range includes customer-specific standard products and customized fasteners. The company also provides full-service technical development, line-feeding, logistics, material and production…

ARaymond/Tinnerman Push-Ons are specialty fastening products that offer a reliable means of attaching panels, components, and wiring, while improving quality and reducing assembly costs. They’re used in several industries and provide a cost-saving fastening alternative to many standard screw products. Advance Components, an industrial fasteners master distributor, has been using ARaymond/Tinnerman Push-Ons to make a difference…

Dow has introduced a new adhesive for flexible and foldable displays, smartphones, wearables, laptops, televisions and many other types of electronic devices: DOWSIL VE-8001 Flexible Silicone Adhesive. This two-part, primer-less silicone adhesive is applied directly to thin metal surfaces and forms an elastic layer, or inner hinge, that helps to protect the display from damage…

The global Building and Construction Plastic Fasteners market is forecast to reach USD 557.6 Million by 2027, according to a new report by Reports and Data, a market research and consulting firm. Fasteners are the hardware that is used to join two or more objects. Unlike welding, these are used to make non-permanent bonds. Plastic Fasteners are used…

Given the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve been reaching out to manufacturers and suppliers that have been deemed essential. As these companies never shut down, we’re asking what advice they may have for others in the industry that are starting to or just considering re-opening. To this end, Craig Slass, the co-president of Rotor Clip, recently joined…

CAMO STARTER Clips, part of the CAMO family of innovative products, have been recognized in Qualified Remodelers’ 2020 Remodelers’ Choice 100. The Remodelers’ Choice 100 highlights the top trends and products in the industry. CAMO STARTER Clips are designed to eliminate face-fastening — the first and last board on any grooved decking installation. Simply line…