The HARDLOCK Nut resists loosening from vibration longer than most other available fasteners or locking nuts. Supplied by Staytite, this is because the HARDLOCK Nut uses a unique wedge principle to create an unprecedented and powerful self-locking force. It has become a top choice for engineers in the UK, America, Europe, and Japan. How does…
Calculate torque and find fastener dimensions easily with Nord-Lock’s digital tools
Whether you’re looking for an easy method to calculate torque or a quick way to find fastener dimensions, Nord-Lock Group‘s web applications allow you to access the information directly from your mobile device. This means that instead of worrying about bringing the correct documents to a site, you can concentrate on accurately solving bolting challenges.…
A heavy-duty manual rivetnut tool from Goebel
Did you know Goebel Fasteners offers a unique manual insert tool for rivetnuts? The GO-510-UN Heavy-duty Manual Threaded Insert Tool is a two-hand operating tool with a spindle for blind rivet nuts and bolts. The tool’s high-leverage design reduces grip-force pressure and increases the riveting power when installing blind rivets nuts. GO-510-UN’s capacity is…
A coating system that does not generate hydrogen embrittlement
Infasco‘s INF3013 is a unique coating system that’s applied to tension-control (TC) bolts (and hex structural bolts), providing several benefits compared to black bolts. Additionally, INF3013 far surpasses the performance of mechanically galvanized coatings. In fact, it’s achieved extended corrosion resistance of 1,000 hours of salt spray, which is at least twice that of…
MPF presents a new ForeverLok design
Multi Piece Fastener L.L.C. (MPF) has announced its newest version of the patented ForeverLok design. The new ForeverLok Bolt design features a recessed area in the head of the bolt to receive a retaining screw. The opposite threaded retaining screw passes through the bolt to connect to the base material, preventing loosening. “This is an…
The benefits of the HuckBolt
Welding has long been used in applications that require a secure joint. However, today there are more options. And, depending on the application, today’s manufacturers have several strong reasons to consider a proven alternative — direct-tension, maintenance-free HuckBolts from Howmet Fastening Systems, a global provider of engineered metal products.. A HuckBolt is a two-piece fastener…
What are the typical riveting faults and how can they be avoided?
Written by Rosa E Hearn, CFS, Product Manager — Proferred Rivets Brighton-Best International “These rivets are faulty” or “These rivets don’t seem to work with this rivet gun” are phrases you might have heard (or said before) if working in the construction or fastener industry. Even the best of the best rivet distributors must deal…
InventHelp developer designs new tool that secures fasteners
InventHelp developer has designed a tool that securely retain nuts and other fasteners: the N H TOOL. The new tool is producible in several design variations, depending on its intended application. The patent-pending invention provides an improved method of holding nuts in place in tight confined areas when installing corresponding bolts. In doing so, it…
Ramco adds part formers to its Ohio facility
Ramco Specialties, Inc., a provider and producer of critical components, recently announced that it has invested in new part formers in Ohio, which will allow the company to begin producing cold-formed pipe nuts. Pipe nuts are important parts of automotive construction, particularly in engine cradles, frames, rails and chassis. The new cold-formed pipe nuts will be available with…
Century Fasteners launches Rivet Locator app
The Rivet Locator from Century Fasteners Corp is a mobile app, offering one of the fastest way to find structural rivets. Users can search from thousands of structural rivets and request a quote while using a smartphone or tablet. Simply download the Rivet Locator (you can scan the QR code on this page) to register.…