PennEngineering‘s popular line of PEM PF11 captive panel screws are designed to keep parts to a minimum, preventing hardware loss by staying securely attached to metal panels or other thin material components. These captive panel screws are an ideal choice for use in datacom or telecom applications, where installation footprints are limited and where fastening…

Self-clinching fasteners can be found in several automotive systems throughout a vehicle, from the powertrain and battery system to the battery and infotainment system, and more. In fact, according to mechanical fastener manufacturer, PennEngineering, 90% of today’s top automakers rely on the high-performance of the company’s PEM and microPEM self-clinching fasteners. To this end, PennEngineering…

As automation continues to drive the future of fastener installation in many industries, Haeger is keeping up with the demand, announcing its latest robot-ready Haeger-5 Control System. This new system is available with the company’s newest line of fastener installation machines. Haeger, a PennEngineering Company, manufactures hardware insertion machines and develops innovative fastener insertion technology solutions…

PROFIL, a PennEngineering company and global manufacturer of mechanically attached fasteners for the automotive market, has announced the launch of a new website: www.profil-global.com. The new site — available in English and German — provides visitors with an enhanced user experience that makes it easy to learn about the PROFIL products, installation methods, and application…

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…

With a workshop of sorts set up in his garage, K.A. Swanstrom developed a revolutionary product in the early 1940s — one that would reduce time, labor, weight, and inventory on many assembly jobs. This new self-clinching fastener was easy-to-install and provided load-carrying threads in the metal sheets that are too thin to be tapped. …

PennEngineering, a provider of mechanically attached fastening solutions, was recently awarded a Fastener Innovation Award for its excellence in new product development. Global fastening technology expert, Worldwide Fastener Sources, honored PennEngineerings dedication to innovation through ongoing research and design. Worldwide Fastener Sources’ president Mark McGuire said criteria for the recognition included continuous improvement with innovative solutions…

As a part of the mechanically attached fasteners line of fasteners, PennEngineering’s PROFIL fasteners are permanently and securely attached to metal parts or panels by means of a riveting, piercing or pressing process. Mechanical fasteners are components used to mechanically join or fasten two or more objects together. Here are a few advantages of mechanical…

Did you know that PennEngineering offers a free app that supports the use of its fasteners? PEMspec is an iPhone/iPad/Android app that lets users quickly lookup critical installation dimensions for a selected PEM fastener. The app also provides quick mobile access to product catalogs and data sheets. With ongoing investments in research and new product…

PennEngineering announced that it has acquired Eurotec Ltd., a specialty technical reseller of metal fabrication equipment, fastener installation systems, and clinch and sheet metal fasteners. Eurotec is based in Tokyo, Japan. “PennEngineering’s acquisition of Eurotec reflects our steadfast commitment to strategic expansion in Japan. Eurotec is an innovative company with highly technical fastener expertise, and true…