Howmet Aerospace has recently been named one of the “World’s Best Employers” by Forbes. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Howmet is a global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation sectors, with a focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and airframe structural components necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency. Forbes recently…
Increasing the resistance to corrosion of stainless steel fasteners
Early construction fasteners were mainly carbon steel with high hardness. This meant that drilling, tapping, fixing, and locking could be completed at one time, which greatly saved construction time. Unfortunately, due to time exposure, these components were prone to rust and endangered building safety. Currently, carbon-steel stainless steel bimetal welded composite fasteners are mainly used…
DMC’s LaceLok Cable Lacing Fasteners receive military qualification
Daniels Manufacturing Corporation (DMC) has announced that its LaceLok Cable Lacing Fasteners is now qualified to MIL-DTL-32554 and MIL-DTL-32555. This fastening technology is a direct replacement for lacing tape/string ties and cable ties for secondary support of wire harnesses. Hand-tied lace and plastic cable ties have been the primary options for wire harness secondary support…
New pressure compensation seals for vehicle lighting systems
Schreiner ProTech, a Germany-based global manufacturer for the automotive and engineering-based industries, now offers pressure compensation seals (PCS) with precision dispensing and inspection systems for vehicle lighting applications. The new solutions ensure reliable venting elements that protect sensitive components without sacrificing crucial, safety-sustaining light intensity. When lighting fails to comply with driving laws, a roadside…
Bossard acquires PennEngineering’s Canadian distribution business
The Bossard Group is significantly expanding its market presence in Canada as a supplier of high-quality fastening solutions. It is acquiring the Canadian distribution business from the American company PennEngineering in Danboro, Pennsylvania, USA, an innovative manufacturer of fastening solutions. PENN Engineered Fasteners Corporation (PEF), based in Concord, Ontario, Canada, was founded in 1970 and…
JW Winco offers quick, compact clamping solution
In tool and fixture manufacturing, quick workpiece changes are generally required when space is tight. For such situations, JW Winco offers the down-thrust clamp as a new, compact, and – above all – universal clamping element. With a clamping arm that swivels away to the side, workpieces can be fixed in the correct position quickly…
Four insider tips for sourcing plated fasteners
Plated fasteners play a critical role in the assembly and installation of manufactured products. As an integral product component, a dependable and affordable supply of fasteners is required by OEMs at all times. Today most fasteners are sourced offshore. Without a trusted fastener distributor, OEMs risk receiving plated fasteners that are under spec, which can…
U.S. Anchor’s Jim Hahn retires after nearly a half-century in the industry
U.S. Anchor Product Manager, Jim Hahn has officially announced his retirement after a career that’s spanned 48 years in the sales, marketing, and technical sectors of the concrete anchoring industry. Hahn began with Hilti in 1975, and then managed sales organizations at ITW Ramset/Redhead and Wej-it before joining the U.S. Anchor Division — where he…
New structural medical adhesives for wearable devices
Dymax’s 2000-MW series is the first dedicated, light-curable adhesives product line designed for the assembly of wearable medical devices where materials of concern and proximity to skin matter. Developed without isobornyl acrylate (IBOA), a common skin irritant, and other materials of concern, these adhesives pass ISO 10993-10 for sensitization and irritation, as well as ISO 10993-5…
Miller offers Build with Blue rebate program
Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a global manufacturer of Miller brand arc-welding equipment, has announced Build with Blue Holiday Savings — giving customers the opportunity to take advantage of two rebates totaling up to $500. Now through December 31st, 2022, anyone purchasing a qualifying Miller welding power source will receive a rebate of up to $300. Customers…