Anchor bolts are used extensively in concrete, brick and block masonry and cavities to make structural attachments and connections. To date, a limited amount of information has been available to aid designers and users in the selection and design of anchor bolts in various types of substrates. In new masonry construction, anchor bolts were commonly … Read More “How to select a suitable anchor fixing” »
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Plastic is proving to be a versatile material for the future in spite of the hue and cry against it. It is opening up a world of innovations where smaller, lighter and cheaper is driving the markets. But it comes with its own technological challenges such as suitable fastening solutions. The regular screws are completely … Read More “The right screw for plastics” »
Understanding The “Big Box” – It is important not fixate on the cost of any single component but rather on the entire fastened joint. In other words, it is all too common for the user to focus on a single component and ignore all that is going on with the entire fastened joint. Take for … Read More “Fastener Costing” »
So many of us have struggled to remove a screw once the head has broken off. It happens more frequently that we think. Once the screw is broken, it becomes a major task to remove the remaining screw. One of the lesser known methods is to use a regular hand drill in reverse. This works … Read More “How to remove a broken screw” »
The need to safeguard against theft and vandalism in now becoming an essential part of design specifications. Impact of Theft and Tampering. Crime Pilferage Vandalism Lost revenue Liability claims Reputation Breakdowns High Maintenance Negative impact on public safety The solution is to use Security and Tamper resistant fasteners. These are screws, nuts and bolts with … Read More “Secure your products – Dont risk it” »
Selection of the correct Fastener is very important. Begin by assessing the load that will be placed on it. Any metal fastener will hold well against a sideways (shear) force. But with a tensile force pulling the fastener straight out, holding strength becomes increasingly dependent on the threads (or formed head in the case of … Read More “Select the right Fastener” »