National Nail’s CAMO brand of tools and fasteners has introduced new CAMO Stainless Steel fasteners to help contractors build better in every environment. Now, the CAMO brand can add fastening efficiency and strength to exterior projects across the country, no matter the environment. Designed to protect connections against the elements, CAMO’s 316 Marine Grade Stainless…
What is the difference between self-tapping and self-drilling screws?
Written by Julie Miller Screws that have particularly sharp threads that can carve into material are often referred to as “self-drilling screws.” However, there is a distinction worth making when working with these types of screws, which can make a significant difference in their use and application. Typically, the screws are broken down into two…
What are pan head screws?
By Dr. Jody Muelaner Pan head screws take their name from the appearance of their head, which looks similar to an upside-down frying pan. Pan head screws are a common head type of non-countersunk screw head used in wood screws, self-tapping screws, self-drilling screws, and machine screws. They have wide heads, a flat bearing surface,…
What are security screws?
By Julie Miller Security or tamper-proof screws are, for the most part, standard screws — but with one unique feature. They are made to be inordinately difficult to remove with the typical tools. The secure design helps reduce the risk of vandalism or disassembly in several applications. For example, security screws are often used to…
Metric Size Aluminum Mounting Clamps with Swivel Ball Joint
J.W. Winco, Inc., a supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now offers GN 784 Metric Size, Aluminum Mounting Clamps with Swivel Ball Joint. The GN 784 aluminum mounting clamps, which are RoHS compliant, allow precise and variable adjustment of the ball pivot within the rotation range. This is a particular advantage when adjusting…
Combination Wipers for Precision Ball Screws
Burlington, MA — Steinmeyer, Inc. announced a significant innovation to its standard line of wipers for precision ball screws. Steinmeyer offers the Combination Wiper, consisting of a friction type finger wiper in front of a felt wiper. The dual wipers, plastic plus felt, provide superior sealing. And because the felt is saturated with oil, it’s…