CAMO EDGEXMETAL Clips, part of the CAMO family of innovative products to help build a better deck, has won the 2021 Pro Tool Innovation Award (PTIA) in the Hidden Fastener category. Recognizing the most innovative construction products available, the awards are judged by a panel of general contractors, electricians, carpenters, and media professionals. The 2021…

ARaymond, global expert in plastic and metal assembly solutions, is partnering with Full Tilt by BCI, incorporating ARaymond’s PowAR Cinch and PowAR Wedge clips into new solar projects. Full Tilt launched its turnkey, fixed-tilt racking system in April 2021. “The PowAR Cinch is a great product with a proven ability to reduce installation time,” said…

Although there are a multitude of vertical-only spring contacts already on the market for electronic devices, components that can also support horizontal operation are less common. However, the demand for higher-density electronic designs means that engineers need greater flexibility with regard to how boards are connected together – and this is why support for multi-directional…

CAMO EDGEXMETAL Clips, part of the CAMO system of innovative deck fastening products, has won the 2021 Fastener Innovation Award from Worldwide Fastener Sources. The annual Fastener Innovation Awards highlight the groundbreaking technology influencing the future of the fastener industry. “We’re honored to be named as a winner of the Fastener Innovation Awards,” said W. Scott…

  Shaped wire is a versatile product that can be used in a wide range of applications and industries. In the manufacturing sector, shaped wire serves as a creative alternative round wire used to produce hardware, springs, and other small components. Just ask Central Wire Industries (CWI), one of North America’s fastest growing wire manufacturers. Its products include…

Written by Jody Muelaner Elastic deformation is central to prevent loosening in most types of fasteners. This is most obviously the case with spring pins, spring clips, and spring washers. Sprung fasteners, such as R-clips and circle cotters, allow rapid toolless assembly and disassembly while providing secure connections. These types of fasteners require significant elastic…

Advanced component manufacturer, NBK‘s Multi-functional Machined Slotted Springs (or “Flexus”) are multi-functional parts made of various materials (not only spring materials) with slits. Flexus products enable various spring properties such as compressing, tensioning, shearing, and bending. This is because the portion between the slits work as a spring. The shape and dimensions of Flexus components…

CAMO STARTER Clips, part of the CAMO family of innovative products, have been recognized in Qualified Remodelers’ 2020 Remodelers’ Choice 100. The Remodelers’ Choice 100 highlights the top trends and products in the industry. CAMO STARTER Clips are designed to eliminate face-fastening — the first and last board on any grooved decking installation. Simply line…

Several types of components may be referred to as spring clips, but typically the term applies to a Terry clip. These enable a cylindrical object to be rapidly attached and removed, by simply pushing it into the clip or pulling it out. Spring clips, therefore, make ideal tool holders and are often used to hold…