SPIROL, a global manufacturer of precision-engineered components for fastening and joining, has introduced a new series: the CL6000 lightweight, lead-free, Aluminum Precision Machined Compression Limiters. Compression limiters are designed to reinforce high-stress joints in plastic assemblies where bolts are used to connect two components. They protect the plastic from excessive compression by absorbing the load…
What is the history of fastener standards and why are they still important?
Written by Bill King | Technical Sales Manager Brighton Best International ~ Images courtesy of the Industrial Fasteners Institute Fastener standards have been around for many years. Although often taken for granted, it’s worth considering the origins of fastener standards and the related committees in the USA. Of course, it all starts with threads. In…
Versatile retaining cables for fastening secure components
Standard parts specialist JW Winco offers five types of retaining cables for various applications. Retaining cables are designed to retain or secure components, and are ideal for loss protection, cable connections, and fastening. The GN 111.2 Retaining Cables are available in Stainless Steel AISI 304, with one or two key rings and one mounting tab. The key…
Optimas Solutions announces two new team hires
Optimas Solutions, a global industrial manufacturer/distributor and service provider, has announced two strategic hires expected to help further support the company’s complementary direct manufacturing and distribution business strategy. Jim Heller is the new senior VP of distribution, and Chris Martens is the new vice president of manufacturing for the Americas region. “As a full-service partner,…
Conform Next: A new process for cold-form manufacturing
“Conform” components are parts that are manufactured in conformance with specific requirements using a multi-stage cold-forming process. Arnold Umformtechnik GmbH is going one step further with the introduction of “Conform Next.” Along with developing tools, these manufacturing systems are optimized and adapted to anticipate specific component requirements. This provides fastener manufacturers significantly more flexibility and…
Hillman acquires Koch Industries
Hillman Solutions, a provider of hardware products and merchandising solutions, announced that it has acquired Koch Industries, a premier provider and merchandiser of rope and twine, chain and wire rope, and related hardware products. This acquisition marks the entrance into rope and chain, a new product category for Hillman. Hillman plans to seamlessly bring these…
Haydon rebrands and expands its distribution facility in Ohio
Haydon Corporation, a U.S.-owned national manufacturer of high-quality metal framing and industrial construction applications, is expanding and transforming its brand identity to represent a people-first commitment to the company’s purpose and potential. The new brand identity was revealed to Haydon associates with a values-first internal launch day in mid-October. It was then shown externally at…
Century Fasteners approved for Boeing D1-4426 rating
Century Fasteners Corp., a master distributor of fasteners, announced that it has been approved for a Boeing D1-4426 rating by Heartland Precision Fasteners, a manufacturer of high-grade, high-strength, precision screws and bolts. Heartland specializes in NAS, NA, AN, MS, BAC and ST3M aerospace bolts and screws. It’s a silver-rated supplier to the Boeing Company D1-4426 defines…
How are QR codes making fastener installation safer?
Written by Chris Murphy | Product Line and Innovation Manager ARaymond North America The levels to which digitalization is impacting the manufacturing world cannot be overstated. It’s reaching nearly every level of production, including the smallest parts of assembly, such as fasteners. Successful automotive manufacturers have been using digital means to track, predict, and maintain…
Customizable, onsite fastener training available from FTI
The Fastener Training Institute (FTI), a non-profit provider of fastener products and technical training, doesn’t only host its own in-person and online training courses — FTI can also come to your company for specialized, customizable training. FTI’s core purpose is to enhance fastener use, reliability, and safety. As most industry veterans know, the organization offers…