~ Article courtesy of PennEngineering Today’s design engineers have more flexibility when choosing a fastening solution than ever before. The need for parts that are lighter and thinner, yet stronger is pushing fastening innovations forward. One alternative to the more conventional self-tapping screws for metal is the self-clinching fastener. Before discussing the benefits of self-clinch…
Festool upgrades site to ensure tradespeople find what they need
Festool, a manufacturer of innovative, precision-engineered power tool solutions, announced an overhaul of its accessories website for professionals seeking a holistic system designed to help them “build cleaner, faster, and better.” With a refreshed web design, Festool has streamlined the experience, making it easier than ever to find the accessories needed to complete almost any…
Hafren acquires tamper-resistant System Zero fastener line
Hafren Security Fasteners, a global supplier of specialist anti-theft/anti-tamper security fasteners, has acquired a security screw product, complete with tooling and trademarks. This move demonstrates Hafren’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and positions the company as one of the top global providers of security fasteners. The newly acquired System Zero security…
What’s the difference between lag screws and bolts, and when are they used?
There’s no difference other than the terms. Lag screws are lag bolts and vice versa — the terms are used interchangeably and refer to extremely tough fasteners that can withstand heavy loads. These large wood screws/bolts don hexagonal heads and typically fasten heavy lumber or other materials with intense loads. It’s understandable how both terms (lag “bolt”…
New SEMS internal lockwasher metric sizes
Beacon Fasteners and Components, which specializes in quality-tested, high-performance screws, recently added new sizes to its Internal Lockwasher Metric SEMS line. SEMS screws are used in applications where loosening is a concern. They come pre-assembled with a free spinning lock washer, which is permanently held in place by the major diameter of a screw’s thread. This…
BUMAX screws selected for use in new suborbital rocket
OPUS Aerospace has selected BUMAX 88 screws in the development of its new suborbital rocket and future vehicles designed to send satellites into space. OPUS was formed in 2019 to provide cost-effective launch solutions for nano-satellites, micro-satellites, and mini-satellites. It aims to offer sub-orbital commercial launch services by 2026 and ultimately orbital services. BUMAX manufactures…
Compression limiters that protect plastic, wood, and rubber parts
Soft components without compression limiters are destroyed during fastening as a result of the necessary screwing forces. The load causes compression, which can lead to cracking and creep due to tightening torque. To prevent this, Vogelsang Fastener Solutions offers compression limiters with non-threaded inserts — designed to protect plastic, wood, and rubber parts from loads…
What is PTFE and when is the material ideal for fasteners?
Written by Barbara Gerard | CEO Craftech Industries, Inc. PTFE is more commonly referred to as Teflon, a registered trademark of DuPont, the multinational chemical company where the material was first developed. PTFE is often fabricated into fasteners, such as screws, hex nuts, hex-head cap screws, flat washers, and others. It’s also used to fabricate…
JW Winco offers intelligent standard parts with signal feedback
JW Winco has released new intelligent standard parts with signal feedback, ensuring greater safety, higher efficiency, and increased stability. The new smart GN 251.2 stop bolts are supplied with a hardened spherical head that serves as an end stop. The two hex nuts allow exact positioning with counter-locking. This means that when a workpiece contacts…
MF Supply expands its e-commerce capabilities
MF Supply, a supplier of commercial and mil-spec fasteners and hardware, announced a major expansion of its e-commerce capabilities. The company has added nine new categories to its website, catering specifically to the needs of precision manufacturers. These additions encompass a range of products, including: Dowel pins: available in metric and inch sizes, per the…