Francis Kirk Group has upgraded the manufacturing production of its all-metal self-locking nut brand Philidas, in-line with ISO 2320 and ISO 898-2 standard requirements from BS 4929.
The move by the fifth generation independent firm, in support of its automotive and industrial fastening range, will provide customers – especially those in the rail sector – with a more comprehensive specification system.
Unlike BS, ISO deals with different standards for dimensions, mechanical and functional (prevailing torque) properties of products, which are revised from time to time as per demands by related industries.
Managing Director Thomas Kirk said the decision brings Philidas in-line with current industry requirements for superior performance. Nuts will have better mechanical properties in ISO specification, with proof load being around 15% higher than in BS, and improved functional properties by way of higher prevailing torque due to increased hardness range.
Thomas Kirk commented: “We pride ourselves on providing high-quality fastening solutions for a range of industries and a new generation of buyers who are looking for improved standards. By manufacturing as per ISO mechanical and functional properties – coupled with the specialised design feature of the Philidas Industrial and Turret range, which gives consistent and controlled locking torque – we are confident that our products will have improved vibration resistance to meet industry demands.”
The move keeps the brand in-line with quality expectations outlined in the recent Serco rail report commissioned by Virgin Trains.
Philidas is a hugely versatile all-metal self-locking nut, suitable for use in high or low temperatures with no effect on performance, even from chemicals. It has numerous industrial and domestic applications, including automotive, rail, heavy machinery and equipment, electrical appliances, mining and aerospace.
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