Screw Specifications Rely on the Torsional Strength Test

Screw Specifications Rely on the Torsional Strength Test

In most applications where fasteners are required, ensuring that the fastener offers the right strength and fastening performance to avoid failure in its intended application. However, many suppliers only evaluate the dimensional size of fasteners without properly...
VMI: Gain Better Control of Your Parts Inventory

VMI: Gain Better Control of Your Parts Inventory

For many companies, inventory control can be a challenge. The goal is to not sit on excess raw material, tying up large amounts of cash and space, but also not run short, halting production and losing time and money. Having the bare minimum amount of inventory to...
Fastener Head Styles: Different Designs for Different Uses

Fastener Head Styles: Different Designs for Different Uses

Fasteners come in an almost breathtaking array of head styles, each designed to work in a specific application, many to provide a decorative appearance as well. In addition to differences in head styles and dimensions that must be considered, there is also the driver...
Fastener Head Styles: Different Designs for Different Uses

How Temperature Affects Fasteners

When designing construction projects or equipment for any application involving very low or high temperatures, it’s especially important to consider the effects these temperatures will have on fasteners and the metals used to manufacture them. There are many fastening...