According to the new market research report, “Thermal Spray Coatings Market,” this sector is expected to grow from USD 7.6 billion in 2020 to USD 10.7 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 7.0%. According to research firm, MarketsandMarkets, the expected growth of the thermal spray coatings market is attributed to increasing consumption of coating treatments for…
The inspiration behind the ForeverLok
The fastener industry is something Earl Size rarely, if ever, thought about. For 20 years, the Michigan-based native has owned a successful skate shop that provides services and repairs for hockey players and ice skaters in Troy, which is about 20 miles north of Detroit. However, aside from the typical blade sharpening, Size noticed one…
An improved tool for fastening in tight spaces
The new MOTORIZED WRENCH invention provides an easier way to access and turn fasteners in tight spaces. In doing so, it offers an improved alternative to conventional wrenches and tools, saving time and reducing strain. “I wanted to create a more efficient tool to fasten nuts and bolts in tight spots,” says the inventor, from…
Century Fasteners appoints new director of operations
Century Fasteners Corp. a master distributor of fasteners and components to major and essential industries, recently promoted long-time employee James Harding to director of operations. Harding brings more than 17 years of experience at Century, having joined the team in 2003 to create what is now the Centralized Purchasing Division. After serving eight years in…
Hack the Crisis: How PennEngineering has managed the challenge
As an essential manufacturer, PennEngineering has remained operational during the COVID-19 pandemic that closed down many businesses. A mechanical fastener expert, the company manufactures several key products that support medical and life-sustaining applications. To this end, PennEngineering has kept its Danboro, PA headquarters open and operating. “Typically, the automotive industry is one of the larger…
Ramco offers advanced quality and testing processes
Ramco, a provider and producer of critical components, is committed to meeting and exceeding expectations. This means supporting customers with fastener choices and manufacturing to ensure the ideal part is used with the correct application. The company’s quality and testing process includes functional checks, material testing, and steps to maintain 100% quality assurance for each…
Ultrasonic welding: A versatile technology used in the fight against COVID-19
Written by Tarick Walton Global Product Manager, Ultrasonics for Assembly Technologies Emerson (All images courtesy of Emerson) Ultrasonic welding is a fast, energy-efficient, and permanent fastening method used to join plastic parts and materials. Different variations of this technology are used to bond rigid plastics in automotive components, medical devices, electronic products, and many…
What is laser welding?
Written by Miles Budimir Senior Editor, WTWH Media Like all other welding processes, such as gas, electric arc, and ultrasonic systems, laser welding (or laser beam welding, or LBW) joins two pieces of material together. Materials are typically metals or different types of thermoplastics. Each of these welding methods differs in the heat source…
Southco launches redesigned website
Southco, Inc., a global provider of engineered access solutions, announce the relaunch of a completely redesigned and refreshed website — southco.com. Through this launch, Southco is delivering an improved user experience to its customer base, enabling mechanical engineers to find solutions to their design challenges faster than ever before. The new and improved site features a…
What are combi head screws?
Written by Jody Muelaner Combi head screws, also called combination head or combo head screws, are externally threaded fasteners with torquing heads. They feature a socket designed to engage with two or more types of internal drivers. These are not to be confused with combi screws, which are fasteners designed for more than one application.…