Written by Hiroki Goto, Engineering Manager NBK America LLC There are several ways of securing parts together, but the screw — a mechanical fastener with a threaded shaft — is still the most common. The primary role of screws (and bolts) is to fasten objects using axial force generated from tightening. Typically, the torque method…
National Nail earns award for outstanding growth and community service
National Nail announced that it has won The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Western Michigan’s annual Outstanding Growth Award. National Nail is a global innovator of tool and fastener brands, including CAMO, STINGER, and PRO-FIT. The award honors a local company that demonstrates sustained growth in sales, profitability, employment, and community involvement. National Nail is…
ZAGO’s sealing fasteners selected to secure and protect wind turbines
Primus Wind Power is positioning itself to meet heightened demand for its wind turbines. The Colorado-based manufacturer received funding from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory to optimize wind-turbine system designs and contribute to deployment efforts in the U.S. Part of the process includes prototyping and testing hardware and components that are resilient and can outperform in…
CAMO introduces new code-compliant structural screws
Known for delivering innovative tools and fasteners for deck builders, National Nail‘s CAMO brand takes its product innovation to a new level with a new line of high-performance structural screws. “The CAMO team is excited to unveil CAMO Structural Screws, the next generation of structural fasteners to help builders with the deck structure and beyond,”…
10 notable fastener innovations from 2022
The global industrial fasteners market garnered revenue of about U.S. $80 billion in 2022, according to the latest market data from Research Nester, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down. The same can be said for the adhesives sector. There’s been an ongoing surge in construction and industrial markets since the pandemic. This is…
Simpson Strong-Tie introduces self-drilling pilot-point screw
Simpson Strong-Tie, an expert in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has introduced the Strong-Drive PPHD Sheathing-to-CFS screw, a multipurpose, self-drilling, pilot point screw suitable for attaching sheathing, drywall, or subflooring to cold-formed steel framing. Designed as an update to the existing PPSD Sheathing-to-CFS screw, the PPHD features a larger #5 pilot point with a…
Four insider tips for sourcing plated fasteners
Plated fasteners play a critical role in the assembly and installation of manufactured products. As an integral product component, a dependable and affordable supply of fasteners is required by OEMs at all times. Today most fasteners are sourced offshore. Without a trusted fastener distributor, OEMs risk receiving plated fasteners that are under spec, which can…
What are the different tightening methods for a screw?
Written by Hiroki Goto, Engineering Manager NBK America LLC There are several ways of securing parts together, but the screw — a mechanical fastener with a threaded shaft — is still the most common. The primary role of screws (and bolts) is to fasten objects using axial force generated from tightening. Typically, the torque method…
ZAGO shares stories of a diverse workforce
The last month (September 15th – October 15th) represents Hispanic Heritage Month, and ZAGO Manufacturing Co. is proud to share stories of the Hispanic women and men who comprise its diverse workforce — from production to executive leadership. ZAGO, which makes environmentally friendly sealing fasteners and components in Newark, NJ, covers 100% of the tuition for…
This fastener adds security and aesthetics to any application
To add security and an aesthetic appeal to any application without compromising on fastener performance, Hafren Fastener offers a new range of 2-Hole security fasteners. They’re an ideal choice for the specifier that wants to “chic up” an application with a design classic. The 2-Hole fasteners are tamper-resistant with an appealing aesthetic appearance, which is…