Written by Jody Muelaner Pozidriv screws are externally threaded fasteners with torquing heads, which feature a cruciform socket with radial indentations that are set at 45 degrees from the main cross. Pozidriv describes the screw drive type of the socket and driver, and is one of the most common screw drives used worldwide. Often abbreviated…
What are tamper-proof seal screws and when should you use them?
Written by Kim Keating, Director of Customer Success ZAGO Manufacturing Co. Security or tamper-proof seal screws are vital for securing indoor and outdoor high-asset machinery and the sophisticated components within them, such as 3D cameras and sensors. These specialty seal screws prevent contaminants from leaking in or out of equipment. They also contain a locking…
What is the difference between Duplex Nails and Screws?
Written by Pam Berry, Owner | VP of Marketing Advance Components Duplex Nails and Screws are flanged-head or double-headed fasteners that are often used to build temporary structures such as braces, scaffolding, and concrete formwork. They’re designed to be removed with ease, so they do not completely go into the wood during installation. First came…
Register now for HYTORC’s September online bolting courses
The HYTORC Bolting Institute (HBI) has the goal to educate all those engaged in industrial bolting to significantly improve the safety, quality, and efficiency of bolting operations. HBI regularly delivers technical certificate training classes for a variety of job functions — from operators and technicians to managers and engineers. Classes range from a few hours…
These fasteners offer a strong hold in dense wood and prevent splitting
Earnest Machine, a master distribution and manufacturer of industrial fasteners, is prepared for the wood building requirements you need. The company’s Timberjack Premium Timber Screws are designed to enter into wood easier, hold stronger, and offer excellent corrosion resistance in pressure-treated wood applications. In fact, Timberjacks feature a special “U” thread that locks the screw…
Prevent loose hardware with PEM captive panel screws
PennEngineering‘s popular line of PEM PF11 captive panel screws are designed to keep parts to a minimum, preventing hardware loss by staying securely attached to metal panels or other thin material components. These captive panel screws are an ideal choice for use in datacom or telecom applications, where installation footprints are limited and where fastening…
Gage Bilt installation tools now available through Advance Components
Advance Components has entered into a new partnership with Gage Bilt, a quality manufacturer of rivet and lockbolt installation tools and components. Advance will now stock Gage Bilt’s extensive line of pneudraulic, hydraulic, and pneumatic tools. Since 1956, Gage Bilt has manufactured economical, heavy-duty riveters to install a variety of aerospace and commercial fasteners. Gage…
Keystone launches new series of Titanium socket-head cap screws
Keystone Electronics, a global manufacturer of electronic interconnect components, has expanded its selection of electronic hardware and screws to include a new series of metric and imperial threaded Titanium socket-head cap screws. This new line of products is manufactured from C-276, Grade 2 Titanium, fully meeting DIN912 specifications. The fasteners are ideal for use in…
What is the difference between a lag and a metal screw?
Written by Jody Muelaner Lag and metal screws are two types of self-tapping screws. Lag screws are primarily designed to be screwed into wood while metal screws are intended to be screwed into sheet metal. A lag screw (also known as a coach screw) is a sturdy fastener, typically with an externally driven square or…
JW Winco’s new fasteners simplify repeated positioning operations
It’s often necessary to carry out repeated positioning operations on production machines and mechanisms — and as simply and reliably as possible. For secure adjustments and the quick-changing of mechanisms or tools, JW Winco now offers three new parts that complement each other: 1. Stainless steel adjusting screws, with an adjustment scale 2. Matching bearing…