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…

Eccentric lock washers are washers that can be combined with commercially available hex nuts to prevent screw loosening. These washers, which are available from NBK, require no special tools for fastening. This means they are as easy to use as spring washers or flat washers. In terms of design, these components consist of a bearing…

A prismatic joint is a connection between two objects that allows relative motion along a single axis. Motion that’s perpendicular to this axis (or rotation about any axis) is prevented. This means the joint has one degree of freedom (1-DOF). A prismatic joint is often called a slider — as for example a “crank-slider linkage.”…

To prevent thread-rolling screws from corroding, Dörken MKS-Systeme GmbH & Co now offers an advanced coating system. The new lubrication provides a high level of corrosion protection and simultaneously enables a smooth fastening. The product consists of a zinc flake basecoat and the DELTA-LUBE 50 lubricant. The basecoat determines the corrosion characteristics and ensures cathodic…

JW Winco, a standard parts specialist, offers a comprehensive portfolio of edge protection profiles for softening and rounding edges, as well as preventing injuries on flaps, doors, access holes, and sheet metal edges of all kinds. These seals include advanced sealing and protection features. With corresponding contact pressure, they offer protection against splash water, dust,…

The global fasteners market is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR in the years to come, according to a new report from Radiant Insights, Inc.. This could be attributed to increase in the production of custom manufacturing with plastic variant’s penetration in automotive industry. The latest shift is manufacturing innovative products, such as miniature, hybrid,…

By Dr. Jody Muelaner There are several types of fasteners and so, too, are there several available tools for securing industrial fasteners. It’s just as important to choose the correct tool for installation as it to choose the right fastener for an application. The use of an incorrect tool is a safety concern and can…

Industry Research’s latest Global Screw Nut Market report discusses the key drivers influencing growth, opportunities, challenges, and risks faced by the key manufacturers in the industry and the market as a whole. Nuts are significant because these components are almost always used in conjunction with a mating bolt to fasten two or more parts together.…

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in November, and the overall economy grew for the 127th consecutive month, according to the nation’s supply executives in the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business. The report was issued this week by Timothy R. Fiore, CPSM, C.P.M., Chair of the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Manufacturing Business…

D&D Technologies, a provider of high-performance gate and door hardware, recently introduced the new ConcealFit Closer and Hinge Set — currently the only available hydraulic concealed closer and hinge set that’s in an all-in-one combination. For door applications: The ConcealFit Door Closer and Hinge set provides concealed, clean openings for a distinctive and timeless look.…