Modern manufacturing professionals are demanding a cordless blind rivet-nut tool that delivers rapid, high-volume placement capabilities from a mobile product that eliminates the constraints and hazards of a compressed air line. To this end, Stanley Engineered Fastening has designed the NB08PT-18 Battery-Powered Blind Rivet-Nut Tool to meet the needs of the user. The tool offers…
Introducing the high-capacity PT-4500, a cordless blind riveter
The higher capacity PT-4500 cordless blind riveter, available from Fastening Systems International Inc. (FSI), offers the sheet metal technician the capability for installation of most all 1/4-inch diameter blind rivets. FSI is a premium supplier of blind fasteners and blind rivet installation tools, including rivet guns, rivet nuts, pop rivets, and more. The company also…
Global bolts market to hit $81.1 billion by 2030
Continued projects and development in the construction and manufacturing industries are driving the growth of the global bolts market. According to a new report from Allied Market Research, the global bolts sector generated $46.8 billion in 2020, and is anticipated to generate $81.1 billion by 2030 — witnessing a CAGR of 5.7% from 2021 to 2030. Bolts…
Hydropneumatic hexcutter tools for hexagonal holes
Rivit, a global manufacturer and distributor of fastening systems, tools, and related equipment, has introduced two hydro-pneumatic hexcutter tools for hexagonal holes: the RIV990 and RIV991. RIV990 is for the hexagonal Rivsert rivet nuts from M4 to M10. A unique punch that’s housed in the front of the tool head easily transforms a round…
Global aerospace fasteners market to hit $12.80 billion by 2030
A slow rise in air traveling and surge in government expenditure on defense are driving the growth of the global aerospace fasteners market. According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, the global aerospace fasteners market was estimated at $7.42 billion in 2020 and is expected to hit $12.80 billion by 2030 —…
Birmingham Fastener launches new locking bolt with proprietary washer
Birmingham Fastener is a manufacturer and distributor of fasteners for structural steel fabrication, metal building manufacturers, OEMs, the transportation and utilities sectors, and others. The company recently launched a new locking bolt with a proprietary washer. The M12 x 1.75 Vibration-control Locking Bolt (VC Lock) offers superior strength with an excellent co-efficient of friction. Designed…
Ramco expanding in Ohio and Michigan to increase domestic production
Ramco Specialties, Inc., a provider and producer of critical components, has announced the groundbreaking at its Ohio-based headquarters for expansion of its current facility by 50,000 square feet. The addition will be exclusively for manufacturing, creating more than 210,000 square feet in manufacturing, engineering, and office space. The construction is expected to be completed in…
Eight key fastener innovations from 2021
Another year, an ongoing pandemic. 2021, much like the year before it, included its share of challenges. Supply-chain delays, product (and employee) shortages, and varying state restrictions continued to affect most in the industry. In-person events and trade shows were scheduled and then rescheduled. Local and global business and economic disruptions forced many companies to…
What are pierce-clinch nuts and how do they work?
Written by Jody Muelaner Pierce-clinch nuts, also referred to as self-piercing nuts, are permanently installed in sheet metal parts to provided a threaded hole. Other parts can then be bolted to it and easily disassembled as required. These components can be used as a low-cost alternative to weld-nuts and, therefore, install without the fumes…
Rivit releases new RIV300, designed for cartridge rivets
Rivit, a company with 45 years of experience in the distribution of fastening systems, tools, and relate equipment, has released the new, RIV300, ideal for quick, light fastening. The new hydro-pneumatic tool RIV300, featuring a built-in booster, was specifically designed for the application of cartridge rivets. It offers Speedriv, in cartridge, which can hold 24…