Southco, Inc., has recently expanded its captive hardware line with the addition of a captive screw that offers tool-free access. The new 4C Wing Knob Captive Screw enables quick-access fastening, and features an over-molded, distinctively contoured wing-style head design that can be used to designate access through an array of standard and custom color options.…
New latches with gripping tray, lockable, in metric sizes
J.W. Winco has announced it now offers GN 115.10 Latches with Gripping Tray, Lockable, in metric sizes. These RoHS-compliant latches with gripping tray are used in applications that require a molded recess in addition to the latching mechanism, e.g. if operating elements are not allowed to protrude for reasons of space. A rotary movement (limited…
Advanced epoxy adhesives revolutionize structural bonding
by Walter Brenner, PhD, Founder, Master Bond Inc. Structural polymers offer distinct advantages over traditional fastening methods. Here, we explore the cornerstones of successful structural bonding. Structural bonding is defined as the process of joining parts together using an adhesive as opposed to conventional mechanical fasteners or assembly methods such as soldering, brazing or welding.…
Self-clinching nuts install with minimal footprint in stainless steel sheets
New PEM Type SMPP self-clinching nuts from PennEngineering install permanently in ultra-thin stainless steel sheets and provide dimensionally ideal solutions for stainless assemblies where space for attachment hardware may be limited. A minimal footprint resulting from an overall low-profile design combines low height (.065” / 1.4mm) and small diameter (.220” / 5.6mm) with close-to-edge mounting…
Long hex key sets with ball end are color coded
J.W. Winco, Inc., a leading supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now offers No. 911LG-H100F Long Arm Hexagon Key Sets with Ball End (100 Degree Angle), in inch sizes. These RoHS-compliant hex keys feature color-coding that enables them to be found faster and reduces mix-up. 100° bend provides better screw access through reduced…
New cutting edge bent shank tapper comes to Buckeye Fasteners
Buckeye Fasteners has added a Shimazu Bent Shank Tapper to their Cleveland, Ohio operation. Buckeye Fasteners, established in 1905, services the automotive, appliance, food equipment, medical, metalworking, and furniture industries. The new Shimazu machine will take the place of two older machines and is one of many initiatives Buckeye Fasteners is taking to provide cutting-edge…
Cover caps work with angle brackets for profile systems
J.W. Winco, Inc., a supplier of standard industrial machine components, announced it now offers metric size GN 963 Cover Caps for GN 960 and 961 metric size Angle Brackets. These RoHS-compliant cover caps are suitable for use with GN 960 and GN 961 angle brackets for aluminum T-slot profile systems. After the angle brackets are…
Two component strengthened epoxy offers chemical, abrasion and high temperature resistance
Featuring a silicon carbide filler, Master Bond Supreme 45HTQ-4 is a toughened epoxy for high performance bonding, sealing, coating and casting. This specialty system can be used for a wide variety of special industrial, aerospace, OEM and oil processing applications, especially in downhole situations. Supreme 45HTQ-4 has the unique combination of exceptional chemical, temperature and…
Stainless steel clamping levers offer torque-free clamping
J.W. Winco, Inc. has announced it now offers GN 927.7 All Stainless Steel Clamping Levers with Eccentrical Cam, with Threaded Stud, in metric sizes. These RoHS-compliant levers are used for rapid clamping and releasing operations. In contrast to a clamping operation utilizing only threads and a lateral force, these levers permit torque-free clamping via a…
Self clinching pins for compact electronics
Type MPP microPEM self-clinching pins from PennEngineering provide reliable solutions for demanding micro positioning and alignment applications in compact electronic assemblies. These pins clinch permanently where designed into stainless or other metal sheets as thin as 0.5mm / .020”. The chamfered end of the pin enables easy mating-hole alignment and the head of the installed…