~ Article courtesy of PennEngineering Today’s design engineers have more flexibility when choosing a fastening solution than ever before. The need for parts that are lighter and thinner, yet stronger is pushing fastening innovations forward. One alternative to the more conventional self-tapping screws for metal is the self-clinching fastener. Before discussing the benefits of self-clinch…
PennEngineering acquires Sherex Fastening Solutions
PennEngineering, a global fastener manufacturer, announced the acquisition of Sherex Fastening Solutions, a U.S. manufacturer of engineered fastener solutions including rivet nuts, tooling, automation, and associated fastening solutions. Headquartered in Buffalo, New York, Sherex is a premier technical provider of blind rivet nuts, with strong application expertise, and production capabilities worldwide. It has achieved an…
Fastening hardware with surface-mount technology
Surface-mount technology can add fasteners to printed circuit boards using the same soldering processes as the board’s other electronic components. This uses a system from PEM, one of PennEngineering‘s top brands, in which various types of fasteners are adhered directly onto a solder pad on the surface of the PCB, using the same soldering processes…
Introducing GHOST Magnetic Fastening Technology
GHOST Fastening Technology is ideal for achieving tight security and sleek aesthetics. This new PEM capability produces a fully concealed fastener with zero visible evidence of disassembly once engaged. PEM is one of PennEngineering’s top brands, a global provider to the fastening industry. How it works PEM GHOST Fastening Technology uses a fully concealed, grip-lock…
PennEngineering joins CharIN
PennEngineering, a global provider of fastening solutions, announced that it has joined the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN), the world’s largest association focused on the global standardization of electric-vehicle charging infrastructure. CharIN’s international network includes over 300 members representing automakers, charging-station manufacturers, component suppliers, energy providers, grid operators, and others. Its primary objective is to develop…
The microPEM Tacks: Stronger and thinner fasteners for micro applications
The microPEM Tack family of fastening solutions are lighter, stronger, and smaller in size than conventional micro fasteners, making them ideal for consumer electronics applications. PEM is one of PennEngineering’s top brands, a global provider to the fastening industry. microPEM Tack fasteners are designed to fit within a smaller envelope, offering better process control and…
Bossard acquires PennEngineering’s Canadian distribution business
The Bossard Group is significantly expanding its market presence in Canada as a supplier of high-quality fastening solutions. It is acquiring the Canadian distribution business from the American company PennEngineering in Danboro, Pennsylvania, USA, an innovative manufacturer of fastening solutions. PENN Engineered Fasteners Corporation (PEF), based in Concord, Ontario, Canada, was founded in 1970 and…
PennEngineering announces global expansion
PennEngineering, a global provider of fastening solutions, announced it has expanded its global presence, launching its first PEM location in Tokyo, Japan. This expansion reflects PennEngineering’s commitment and focus on providing direct access to PEM and Haeger products and local resources, including advanced engineering and product support. In 2019, the company acquired Tokyo-based Eurotec,…
Why is fastener training so important?
The significance of choosing the right assembly method might not become obvious until an application fails, and the fasteners are to blame. Granted, it’s one thing if a few books fall off of loose shelving. But when it’s a vehicle with loose tire lug nuts or a pressurized bolted flange joint assembly that begins to…
FastenerClass: Master training in fastening technology
PennEngineering, a global manufacturer of mechanically attached fasteners, is offering an opportunity to learn from the leading experts in fastening technology via FastenerClass. Available at no charge, choose from customized training sessions, all designed to give attendees actionable insights that will empower new and effective ways to approach application challenges. Regardless of the course selected,…