Material Matters: What Makes a Fastener Truly Quality?
If you’re wondering what materials are used to make quality fasteners, you care a lot about the products you purchase.
5 Common Types of Fasteners: How Design Engineers Can Best Utilize Them
Mechanical fasteners are small but integral parts of any product that uses multiple components. They are used to adjoin components,...
Important Mechanical Properties For Threaded Fasteners
Threaded fasteners are crucial in any design work. They’re used to hold components together. But getting quality fasteners can be a chore...
Common Causes of Bolt Failure
An accident at one of the most popular amusement parks in the world is forcing many people in the fastener industry to take a long, hard...
This Is What a Bolt Failure Analysis Can Teach You About Fasteners
A bolt failure analysis can reveal many things. When a bolt breaks, an investigation can reveal things like improper installation,...
Understanding The Difference Between U.S.S. and SAE Flat Washer Patterns
The main difference between U.S.S. and SAE pattern flat washers is their outside diameter (OD). For a given inside diameter (ID), a U.S.S....
How To Cut Threaded Bolts
You don’t have to know how to cut threaded bolts when working on a project, but it often helps to know someone who can.
