Koike Aronson Ransome, a global provider in cutting, welding and positioning equipment, has released a new portable cutting and welding machine. The IK-12 NEXT is extremely versatile with the ability to cut and weld. This new machine is designed with two patented features: 1. A heat emission mechanism: ergonomically designed to displace up to 45%…
What is a knuckle joint?
Written by Jody Muelaner A knuckle joint is a type of pin joint used to join two components that are loaded in tension. One component has a fork with a hole passing through both sides, forming a double eye, while the other component has a single eye. The single eye is inserted between the double…
Attica Automation offers portable MiniScope Inspection System
Attica Automation offers a unique approach to material handling, inspection, and custom optics. One example is the company’s specially designed MiniScope Inspection System, which provides quick and portable inspection of a wide variety of parts. Ideal for fasteners and machined components, the MiniScope offers the full range of inspection tools to carefully and accurately verify…
Henkel joins U.S. Plastics Pact initiative
Henkel North America, a provider of high-impact solutions in adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings, has joined the U.S. Plastics Pact — a collaborative, solutions-driven initiative. As part of the U.S. Pact, activators like Henkel recognize that significant, systemwide change is imperative to realize a circular economy for plastics. As such, the U.S. Pact will convene more…
Southco offers new electronic latch
Southco, a provier in engineered access hardware, has expanded its line of rotary latch actuators with a new version that combines keyless electronic locking with modern design. The AC-11-EM Rotary Latch Actuator with electronic locking functionality eliminates the need for mechanical key access when connected to a remote access controller — such as a key…
Hack the Crisis: Rethinking business strategies with Optimas Solutions
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many businesses will need to incorporate updated strategies to remain operational. Optimas Solutions, a global industrial distributor and service provider, has already done just that — it’s developed a renewed approach to manufacturing, supply chain services, and e-commerce. Optimas is a tech-enabled industrial manufacturer and distributor that delivers fasteners, inventory…
Field Fastener makes Inc. 5000 list yet again
Inc. magazine revealed that Field Fastener is No. 4,689 on its annual Inc. 5000 list — the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. Field has made the Inc 5000 list in eight of the last 10 years, which is extremely rare. In the history of the Inc.5000 list, only one percent of…
Master Bond launches new thermally conductive epoxy for large potting applications
Master Bond EP29LPAOHT is a two-component, NASA low-outgassing approved epoxy system with a long working life (8-10 hours per 1,000 gram batch). Due to its low exotherm and flowable consistency, this product is suitable for specialty potting applications where large masses of the epoxy must be cured. It can be mixed and poured in volumes…
NN’s Life Sciences division to be combined with fastener company, MW Industries
NN, Inc., a diversified industrial company, announced a definitive agreement under which NN, Inc.’s Life Sciences division will be purchased by affiliates of American Securities LLC for the purpose of being combined with its portfolio company, MW Industries. MW is a provider of highly engineered springs, specialty fasteners, and other precision components. “Our businesses all…
Makita launches redesigned automotive website
Makita U.S.A., Inc. recently launched an updated automotive website. Makita is a global manufacturer of industrial power tools, pneumatics, and power equipment — offering a wide range of industrial accessories for professionals and hobbyist. From repairs and maintenance to customization and detailing, Makita has the automotive tools and accessories to get the job done safely and…