Why can’t you use a bolt again after it’s been torqued?

May 24, 2016 | Hardware

Many of the bolts used in machine assembly, such as the automotive industry, used what are called “torque-to-yield” (TTY) bolts. These bolts feature bolt heads that are specifically designed to stretch when assembled to provide strong, reliable clamping – especially...

3 Things You Never Knew About Stainless Steel Fasteners

Apr 29, 2016 | Hardware

Stainless steel fasteners are an excellent choice of fasteners in a wide range of applications because they have an excellent life cycle, are environmentally friendly, resistant to temperature extremes, and are 100 percent recyclable.  They are also one of the most...

Threadlock Adhesives: what they are and how they work

Mar 15, 2016 | Hardware

Every year, over 300 billion fasteners are used in the US alone. But, despite their efficiency and usefulness for holding materials together, threaded fasteners can sometimes come loose and even fail. To help prevent tension relaxation and self-loosening, chemical...

Bumpers and Feet That Make A Difference From 3M

Feb 23, 2016 | Hardware

Virtually every consumer, commercial, and industrial appliance or piece of equipment of any size uses protective feet, bumpers, or both. While there are any number of internationally-available bumpers and feet – some designed and purpose-built for specific products...

Quality Storage Systems by Akro Mils

Jan 26, 2016 | Hardware, Purchasing

Industrial storage systems can be confusing — there are so many styles, sizes materials, and uses for industrial storage systems that it helps to find one manufacturer that can supply the widest variety of containers, cabinets, racks and portable storage systems...