ZAGO Manufacturing, a global manufacturer of high-tech, sealing solutions and components, is offering an extremely effective way to protect your equipment against leaks. The MIL-DTL-5423 Panel Bushing Seals safeguard against dirt, water, and other contaminants. The seals are ideal for protecting toggle switches. Features include: Prevent toggle switches from being damaged by contaminants (i.e.,…
How do flat and lock washers differ?
~ Article courtesy of NBK America LLC Generally, washers are used to distribute a fastener’s load, reducing friction and preventing loosening. A washer is a plate with a hole, which lets a fastener pass through it. The most common shape is a flat disk with a concentric hole. Before a threaded fastener, such as a…
Hillman offers full line of light and medium-duty concrete anchors
The Hillman Companies, Inc. (HLMN) has launched its latest addition to the Power Pro family of concrete anchors. Designed for light and medium-duty concrete, block, and brick applications, these durable, corrosion-resistant anchors are ICC-ES Code Compliant. They’re available in blue, white, and black in various lengths and 3/16, 1/4, and 5/16-inch diameters. “We set out…
HYTORC’s J-WASHER earns OTC technology award
HYTORC, a manufacturer of hydraulic and electric torque wrenches, recently announced that its J-WASHER won the prestigious, Spotlight on Technology Award. This award, given by the Oil & Gas industry exclusively at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) conference, honors the latest and most advanced technologies every year. The new HYTORC J-Washer takes the company’s reaction…
HYTORC to present new washer solutions webinar
As part of its webinar Solution Series, HYTORC Industrial Bolting Systems is offering a new presentation: HYTORC Washer Solutions. This online event takes place on Thursday, May 20th, 2021 at 9am, 4pm, and 9pm EST — so attendees can choose the time that’s ideal for them. HYTORC is a manufacturer of hydraulic and electric torque…
When are washers used with fasteners and why?
~ Article provided by NBK A washer is a thin plate with a concentric hole that’s typically used to evenly distribute the load of a threaded fastener. Before a threaded fastener (such as a screw) is driven into a surface, a washer may be placed through the end for greater protection. This prevents the…
Stimpson offers easy-to-use bench press for setting fasteners
Designed for maximum productivity with a premium on quality, the Stimpson 405 bench press is capable of setting a variety of fasteners — including grommets, washers, eyelets, snap sets, and more. Stimpson is a fastener manufacturer, with one of the largest varieties of standard and specialty eyelets, and some of the most advanced, high-speed automated…
Superior Washer & Gasket meets ISO-9001 requirements
Superior Washer & Gasket’s inventory of washers and shims are among the largest and most comprehensive in the industry. With more than 100 high-speed power presses, the company now offers Superior Premium Deliver (SPD). This means it can produce even unique or special washers with a five to seven-day turnaround. What’s more is that Superior’s products…
What are the different types of washers available?
Written by Jody Muelaner A washer is a plate with a hole that allows a fastener to pass through it. The most common shape is a flat disk with a concentric hole. Washers are frequently used to distribute the clamping force from threaded fasteners over a larger area. This prevents bolt heads and nuts…
An inventory of washers from Superior Washer & Gasket
Washers provide a major factor in the performance and longevity of a fastener assembly. These components offer general benefits that include security, support, and easier maintenance of joined parts — but their shape, size, and material will greatly factor into the advantages they offer. Superior Washer & Gasket Corp. provides a sizable inventory of washers…