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Screw Thread Engagement

Posted on 15/01/202204/09/2023 By sungupta 14 Comments on Screw Thread Engagement
Technical

What is Thread Engagement? Thread engagement has two factors, length of thread engagement and percentage of thread engagement. Length of thread engagement is measured by the length of interaction between the fastener and mating material. Percent of thread engagement is based size of the mating hole compared to the fastener and how much the height … Read More “Screw Thread Engagement” »

Fasteners for Cryogenic Applications

Posted on 10/03/202111/09/2023 By sungupta 1 Comment on Fasteners for Cryogenic Applications
Fasteners for Cryogenic Applications
Technical

With mankind reaching out to the stars, it has become important for the designers to consider suitability for extreme conditions for products. Therefore it is necessary to know what types or fastener materials are suitable for extreme conditions. Cryogenic temperatures as low as -70°C exist already on Earth with the coldest recorded temperature being -89.2°C. … Read More “Fasteners for Cryogenic Applications” »

Are Stainless Steel Fasteners Magnetic?

Posted on 01/11/202011/09/2023 By sungupta
Are Stainless Steel Fasteners Magnetic?
information, Technical

It is common belief that a simple test for stainless steel is to check with a magnet. If it attracts, the product is not stainless steel. However, this assumption is incorrect. “The stainless steel fasteners I received stick to a magnet.” This is one of the more frequently heard complaints among users. Stainless steel fasteners … Read More “Are Stainless Steel Fasteners Magnetic?” »

Thread Protrusion of a bolted assembly

Posted on 08/08/202011/09/2023 By sungupta
Thread Protrusion of a bolted assembly
Technical

What should be the minimum threads protruding beyond the nut in fastener assemblies? Possibly not much attention is given to this aspect. However it is pertinent to note that planning the correct bolt/screw length provides for a joint that ensures safety and saves space, weight and cost. A typical bolted fastener assembly will have the … Read More “Thread Protrusion of a bolted assembly” »

FASTENING TRENDS AND INNOVATION

Posted on 29/04/202014/12/2023 By sungupta 5 Comments on FASTENING TRENDS AND INNOVATION
information

It’s a universal fact that Fasteners play a key role in almost every industry be it Heavy metal industry, Iron and steel industry or else. Moreover, just like every technology, the Fastening technology has also evolved big time in the past few years. Many of the recent innovations in fastening technology owe much to marketplace … Read More “FASTENING TRENDS AND INNOVATION” »

JOINING TECHNIQUES FOR PLASTICS

Posted on 29/04/202017/10/2024 By sungupta
information

JOINING TECHNIQUES FOR PLASTICS Many of the recent innovations in fastening technology owe much to marketplace directives for smaller and lighter packages produced quickly and cost-effectively. These demands dictate that fasteners work harder, “smarter,” and in more ways to advance product design and development. As a result and in a notable departure from the past, … Read More “JOINING TECHNIQUES FOR PLASTICS” »

COVID-19 Effects

Posted on 25/04/202011/09/2023 By sungupta No Comments on COVID-19 Effects
information

Unsurprisingly, COVID-19 has taken its toll on the Fastener Industry. Some of the reported effects are given below. The seasonally adjusted Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) for March was 44.4, deteriorating rapidly as the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing shutdowns took hold. Sales trends on a seasonally adjusted basis were much weaker. The six-month outlook was revised … Read More “COVID-19 Effects” »

Security Fastenings – Design Considerations

Posted on 27/03/202011/09/2023 By sungupta
Security Fastenings – Design Considerations
Technical

The need to safeguard against theft and vandalism in now becoming an essential part of design specifications. Increasingly in this competitive world, public and private property has become highly vulnerable to tampering, vandalism and theft. This creates a number of undesirable consequences. Impact of Theft and Tampering. Pilferage of Goods Vandalism – Destruction of valuable … Read More “Security Fastenings – Design Considerations” »

How to select a suitable anchor fixing

Posted on 17/03/202011/09/2023 By sungupta
How to select a suitable anchor fixing
Guide, Technical

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” »

Safely terminate Wire Rope ends

Posted on 04/02/202011/09/2023 By sungupta
Safely terminate Wire Rope ends
Technical

A high performance steel wire rope always comes along with the functionally required and suitable rope end termination. The rope clip, sometimes called a u-bolt clamp or u-bolt clip is used to clamp the loose end of a length of wire rope, once it has been looped back to form an eye. These fittings consist … Read More “Safely terminate Wire Rope ends” »

GALLING – The bane of fastener failure

Posted on 25/01/202011/09/2023 By sungupta
GALLING – The bane of fastener failure
Technical

Thread galling is a common, yet seldom understood problem with threaded fasteners. Galling, often referred to as a cold-welding process, can occur when the surfaces of male and female threads are placed under heavy pressure. The frustrating aspect of fastener galling is that galled nuts and bolts may pass all required inspections (threads, material, mechanical, … Read More “GALLING – The bane of fastener failure” »

Self-Tapping Screws for Wood – Not a good idea

Posted on 24/01/202011/09/2023 By sungupta
information

Do NOT use self-tapping screws for fixing into wood. It is a common error whereby many people use self-tapping screws for fixing into wood. Self-Tapping screws are designed for use in metal. For that purpose the threads are closer and of shallow depth. This works well in metals like steel and aluminium. However, in wood … Read More “Self-Tapping Screws for Wood – Not a good idea” »

BLACK Coating on Stainless Steel Fasteners

Posted on 20/01/202030/04/2024 By sungupta 7 Comments on BLACK Coating on Stainless Steel Fasteners
BLACK Coating on Stainless Steel Fasteners
information

Adding to our ever growing range are BLACK  Stainless Steel Screws. This finish is very useful to reduce light reflection from parts, provide an integrated finish to black coloured products & parts and also for decorative purposes. It is a conversion coating that produces a uniform, attractive, and non-reflective black finish on stainless steels. The … Read More “BLACK Coating on Stainless Steel Fasteners” »

Screw for Wooden decking

Posted on 09/01/202011/09/2023 By sungupta 1 Comment on Screw for Wooden decking
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Wooden decks usually consist of thin planks; being outdoors, they must endure harsh environmental conditions. The most important construction materials are often the smallest. Although you do need all your heavy elements like power tools, cement, wood, and other building materials, it often comes down to the smallest element to bring all of these together. … Read More “Screw for Wooden decking” »

The right screw for plastics

Posted on 02/01/202017/10/2024 By sungupta
The right screw for plastics
Guide

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” »

Fastener Costing

Posted on 27/12/201911/09/2023 By sungupta No Comments on Fastener Costing
Guide, information

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” »

Corrosion Analysis of Stainless and Plated Fasteners

Posted on 27/12/201911/09/2023 By sungupta 3 Comments on Corrosion Analysis of Stainless and Plated Fasteners
Technical

COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF STAINLESS AND COATED CARBON STEEL FASTENERS Corrosion of stainless and carbon steel are very different, and this guidance provides information regarding general attack or surface corrosion as this is often a primary consideration when selecting fastener material. Carbon and stainless steel are the most common materials from which fasteners are manufactured and … Read More “Corrosion Analysis of Stainless and Plated Fasteners” »

DYNAMIC LOADING ON SPRING PINS

Posted on 26/12/201911/09/2023 By sungupta
Technical

AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL SPRING PINS FOR DYNAMIC LOADING Austenitic nickel stainless steel Spring Pins are typically manufactured from grade SAE 301(1.4310). Austenitic stainless steel is most frequently selected for its inherent corrosion resistance. While this material possesses the spring characteristics required for proper function of a Spring Pin, it does work harden if subjected to … Read More “DYNAMIC LOADING ON SPRING PINS” »

How to remove a broken screw

Posted on 25/12/201911/09/2023 By sungupta No Comments on How to remove a broken screw
Guide

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” »

Riveting Soft Materials

Posted on 18/12/201911/09/2023 By sungupta 5 Comments on Riveting Soft Materials
Riveting Soft Materials
Technical

As products are increasingly utilising multi material assemblies, it has become important to understand the various options and processes available for joining the same. A common and useful method is using blind rivets which allow fast and convenient assembly. However, when joining soft or low density materials like plastics, wood, fabric etc., the rivet head … Read More “Riveting Soft Materials” »

Hexalobular or 6-Lobe drive

Posted on 29/10/201911/09/2023 By sungupta 1 Comment on Hexalobular or 6-Lobe drive
Hexalobular or 6-Lobe drive
information

Upgrade your product assembly by switching over to Hexalobular or Torx drive Screws. The hexalobular socket screw drive, known as Torx or star drive, uses a star-shaped recess in the fastener with six rounded points. It’s designed to permit increased torque transfer from the driver to the bit compared to other drive systems. Radial forces … Read More “Hexalobular or 6-Lobe drive” »

Design connections using Standards

Posted on 29/10/201911/09/2023 By sungupta
Design connections using Standards
information

When components are standardised they are easier to work with because such components are interchangeable. For this to be possible the fundamental characteristics of standard parts must be defined by a central body and used by manufacturers and retailers. Product designers should take advantage of the standards available for various types of fasteners. Almost every … Read More “Design connections using Standards” »

Stainless Steel Self-Drilling Screws

Posted on 29/10/201911/09/2023 By sungupta 1 Comment on Stainless Steel Self-Drilling Screws
Stainless Steel Self-Drilling Screws
MARINE Grade

It is a common error in assuming that Stainless Steel Self Drilling Screws will drill into steel. However, that is not the case. To provide corrosion resistance, stainless steel self-drill screws are made from AISI-304 or AISI-316 grades. These cannot be hardened and therefore the drill point can only drill into softer materials like Aluminium. … Read More “Stainless Steel Self-Drilling Screws” »

Secure your products – Dont risk it

Posted on 15/06/201911/09/2023 By sungupta No Comments on Secure your products – Dont risk it
Guide, information

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” »

Corrosion Failure of Fasteners

Posted on 02/02/201911/09/2023 By sungupta No Comments on Corrosion Failure of Fasteners
information, Technical

If you thought corrosion was merely about unsightly patches of red oxide – rust – which plague steel and iron products in coastal areas and offshore applications, think again. Corrosion is present everywhere and can occur in even the most arid land-locked countries. It’s also a case of prevention being better than cure as corrosion … Read More “Corrosion Failure of Fasteners” »

Select the right Fastener

Posted on 02/02/201911/09/2023 By sungupta No Comments on Select the right Fastener
Guide, Technical

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” »

Structural Safety in Anchoring

Posted on 02/02/201905/11/2021 By sungupta No Comments on Structural Safety in Anchoring
information, Technical

Never risk structures to sub-standard fixings. What is a Safety-critical application? European Technical guidelines defines as “Applications in which the failure of an anchor could result in collapse or partial collapse of a structure, cause risk to human life, or lead to a significant economic loss”. Given the importance of the reliability and stability of … Read More “Structural Safety in Anchoring” »

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