Pivot Point, a manufacturer of non-threaded fastener solutions, recently released the SLIC Pin. SLIC is an acronym for Self-Locking Implanted Cotter Pin. As the name implies, this fastener is a pin and cotter all in one. The one-piece locking clevis pin functions as a quick-locking pin and is cost-saving, fast, and secure, making it ideal…
Comparing five types of cotter pins
A cotter pin is a simple fastener that’s used to secure a bolt or any other rod-shaped fastener, typically preventing axial movement along a shaft. They’re either a wedge or tapered pin that’s driven into a hole. Pivot Point, a manufacturer of non-threaded fastener solutions, recently released the basics on cotter pins, comparing five different…
Consider the Detent Clevis Pin when assembly speed and cost matters
Pivot Point, a manufacturer of non-threaded fastening solutions, presents its Detent Clevis Pins. These quick-release fastener consist of a cotterless clevis pin that features a ball detent, which depresses and springs up to hold the pin in place. Made to order, these pins are based on standard clevis pin head and shank dimensions. The ends…
Pivot Point’s nylon lanyards keep fasteners in place
Pivot Point Inc.‘s Nylon Lanyards help keep pins, fasteners, and other components in place where they belong. The lanyards offer light-duty retention and loss prevention, providing a lower-cost alternative to steel or stainless steel lanyard and cable assemblies for light-duty retention and tethering of pins and other fasteners. Made from Super Tough ST801 nylon and…
Pivot Point expands manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin
Pivot Point Incorporated, a manufacturer of non-threaded fastener solutions, has broken ground on a new 30,000-square-foot expansion to the manufacturing space at their Factory #2 in Hustisford, Wisconsin. Combined with the adjacent Factory #1, their total facilities will increase to nearly 100,000 square feet. Bayland Buildings, Inc. of Green Bay, WI was selected as…