Written by Chris Adam Purdue University A novel underwater adhesive technology, based on a glue used naturally by marine creatures, soon may provide a safer adhesive option for industries ranging from biomedical to aerospace. Mussel Polymers Inc. (MPI) – a startup created by Wardenclyffe Chemicals Inc., a technology development company – has licensed this patented adhesive technology from the Purdue…
Hilti expands product line, adding a new cordless fastening tool
Hilti Inc., a commercial construction-focused technology, software and services company, has launched a suite of 40 new tools, systems, and accessories. Hilti’s latest innovations affirm the brand’s commitment to providing productivity solutions to commercial construction with the release of their first cordless metal working tools. Simultaneously, Hilti is continuing to grow its leadership stake in…
Why “Made in America” matters to S&W Manufacturing
What began nearly 40 years ago as a general job shop company has since developed into a well-known U.S manufacturer of precision machined products. S&W Manufacturing has grown from a single shop that once served the gaming industry of the 80s to a multi-facility company that serves several global industries — including aerospace, automotive, electronics,…
JW Winco offers new indexing plunger
The new JW Winco standard part GN 817.6 offers the familiar basic functionality of a proven indexing plunger but with the key addition of an integrated sensor. This reports the position of the plunger pin by means of an electrical signal over a cable connection terminating with an M8 standard connector. The three-wire signal transmission…
How to choose fasteners that maximize assembly life
By Christie L. Jones, Vice President / Director of Marketing SPIROL International Corporation, U.S.A. Typically, fasteners are the smallest, least costly components used in an assembly. Perhaps, for this reason, they are rarely considered until the end of a project’s design stage. However, fasteners provide a critical function by holding an entire application together. As…
What is a flat nut?
Written by Dr. Jody Muelaner Flat nuts are a simple nut that is stamped from sheet metal. They can be considered a type of speed nut, providing the functions of a sprung washer and a nut in a single component. They also have a degree of friction locking and they are extremely low profile. Flat…
What is a cotter joint?
A cotter joint (also known as a socket and spigot joint) is a mechanical component used to connect two rods or shafts together so they can transmit axial tensile or compressive forces. It’s a simple and commonly used joint in mechanical engineering. The cotter joint has three components: 1. A socket or a hole in…
DAP introduces Tank Bond Adhesives line for strong, durable bonds
Today’s tough adhesive repair projects require tactical solutions and a product that blends both strength and precision. DAP now offers Tank Bond, a complete line of hard-working adhesives ideal for an extensive list of professional applications. “Our heavy-duty line of Tank Bond adhesives are designed to make durable and reliable repairs on all types of…
Fastener manufacturer cuts energy use in half in attempt to reduce emissions
Here’s an accomplishment worth striving for — a Swedish manufacturer of high-strength stainless steel fasteners, BUMAX, has reduced the energy it uses for heating and electricity at its Åshammar facility by over 50 percent since 2011. The aim is to significantly reduce its carbon emissions and further streamline the production of BUMAX products. “This is an…
Bulten to co-locate U.S. operations with PSM International in Ohio facility
Bulten, a suppliers of fasteners to the European automotive industry, announced that it will coordinate its U.S. operations with newly acquired PSM International — moving the two operations to a newly built, joint building in Ohio. The purpose is to expand in the local North American market and achieve coordination gains. The new plant will…