Although innovations are moving forward in steel and all metals, aluminum remains a popular choice for many fastening applications in auto making — and particularly when it comes to weight advantages and flexibility. Ramco, a provider and producer of critical components, offers a go-to choices for these applications: clinch and pierce nuts. Ramco’s certified Strux…
Ramco offers new line of weld nuts for ultra-high strength steel applications
Ramco, a provider and producer of critical components, has developed an innovative line of weld nuts designed to assist stamping companies and OEMs with thin, ultra-high strength steel applications. Initially developed for boron steels, the new nut has enhanced weld projection geometry designed for extra stability during high-current welding. They are ideal for floor pans,…
The making of industry veteran, “Rosa the Riveter”
Few of us experience a simple, straightforward career path in life and Rosa Hearn is no exception. As an industry veteran with more than 25 years of experience, she never expected a job in fasteners to become her career or passion. Currently, Hearn is the product manager for the Proferred Rivets line at Brighton-Best International (BBI),…
Riveting tools market to reach $284.8 million by the end of 2025
The global riveting tools market was projected at U.S.$199.0 million in 2017, but the scope of the market is expected to reach U.S.$284.8 million by the end of 2025. It is also expected to record a CAGR of 4.6% during that time, according to a new report from Million Insights: Riveting Tools Market. Riveting tools are…
What’s a thread repair kit?
By Dr. Jody Muelaner Thread repair kids allow damaged threads in a hole to be removed and replaced with new threads of the same size. They may also be used to provide strong threads in soft materials such as aluminum. A thread repair kit consists of a tapping tool, an insertion tool and some thread…
What are studs?
By Dr. Jody Muelaner A stud is essentially just a piece of threaded bar. This often resembles a machine screw without a head, although some studs to have heads that get permanently incorporated into the part they are attached to. Studs are often designed to be permanently attached to one part, proving a means of…
JW Winco expands line of nylon plastic wing nuts
JW Winco, Inc., a supplier of standard industrial machine components, has expanded its line of GB-FP Wing Nuts – Nylon Plastic with Tapped Through Insert. Temperature resistant up to 230° F (110° C), the winged body is matte black, with glass-filled nylon plastic. The tapped insert is brass and molded-in. The product is appropriate for…
What is a bolt?
By Dr. Jody Muelaner A bolt is a mechanical fastener with a threaded shaft. Bolts are closely related to screws, which are also mechanical fasteners with threaded shafts. These types of fasteners are typically inserted through two parts, with aligned holes. According to some definitions, whether something is a bolt or a screw depends on…
What is a nut?
By Dr. Jody Muelaner A nut is a mechanical fastener with a threaded hole. It is attached to a bolt, screw or stud to provide a clamping force and prevent axial movement. For example, a bolt is inserted through two parts, with aligned holes, and a nut is then screwed onto the bolt. The shaft…
PEM® Type SL™ Self-Clinching Steel Locknuts for Thin Metal Assemblies Integrate Unique TRI-DENT® Feature to Hold Mating Screws Tight
PEM® Type SL™ self-clinching steel locknuts from PennEngineering® integrate a unique TRI-DENT® locking feature to hold mating screws tight over time by providing sufficient torsional resistance to withstand vibration, thermal cycling, and other disruptive forces that could loosen the screws in service. These prevailing torque locknuts, which meet 3 cycle locking performance to effectively “self-lock”…
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