Metric Fasteners in the USA

Jul 31, 2020 | Hardware

While the rest of the world embraces the metric system for fastener sizing, the United States still prefers the familiar system of measurement known as the “US customary units,” also referred to as “English” units. For a brief moment in the mid-1970s it appeared that...

Steel vs. Stainless Steel: Which Fastener is Right for You?

Jun 10, 2020 | Hardware

The pros and cons of stainless steel versus plain steel fasteners come up all the time when we discuss which type of fastener is best suited for a client’s application. They’re both reliable, hard-working alloys and they both have certain jobs for which they are...

Why fasteners are so important in these tough times

May 19, 2020 | Hardware, News

Fasteners might not come quickly to mind when discussing essential products during this ongoing coronavirus pandemic, but in fact fasteners play a crucial role in our collective response to this crisis. Without these critical components necessary for the assembly of...

The Importance of Plating Finishes on Fasteners

Apr 30, 2020 | Hardware, News

Fasteners come not only in a wide array of shapes, materials, and sizes, they also come in a variety of plated or coated finishes. The reason for this is not just aesthetic – fasteners are the one product that comes in contact with an equally wide range of dissimilar...

COVID-19 and the Fastener Supply Chain

Mar 18, 2020 | News, Safety Equipment

COVID-19 and the Fastener Supply Chain There is no question that the coronavirus (COVID-19) is having far-reaching effects on industries, businesses, and production. As international and domestic trade slows, businesses shut down for extended periods of time, and...