If you’re completely new to the fastener industry, we should start with a basic definition of a washer. It’s generally a circular piece of steel, aluminum, nylon or rubber with a hole in the center that is used in conjunction with a nut and a bolt to help...
Vendor managed inventory (VMI) has become the accepted practice in many industries for managing the manufacture, distribution, and stocking of parts and components. What was once considered almost a novelty is now considered an effective and cost-efficient strategy...
Gloves and safety don’t always come to mind when you’re talking about various fasteners and the places they are used, but they should. Many workplaces must comply with OSHA safety requirements, depending on the type of work they do and the products they...
Self-locking fasteners, also known as self-clinching fasteners, are a class of fasteners that, once threaded into a softer, ductile metal, is held in place by means of a serrated clinching ring, knurl, ribs, or hex head which prevents the fastener from turning in the...
Hinges, latches, and locks are important features on many pieces of equipment and systems, critical for providing access, security, and flexibility. Hinges, latches, and locks come in a variety of styles, sizes, shapes, and materials to suit a wide range of...
