In June, Bosch Power Tools announced a new round of product additions to its growing 18V cordless and accessory portfolio – with new tools and solutions engineered for power, versatility and efficiency across a wide range of jobsite tasks. From nailing and drilling to grinding and layout work, these toolbox essentials are designed for tradespeople who demand performance and reliability in every...

Precision engineering component distributor Accu has collaborated with Tandem Ventures, an organisation which specialises in science, technology and conservation innovations, and Whale Wise, a charity dedicated to advancing marine mammal conservation, to provide specialised fasteners used within drone technology designed to monitor whales in their natural environment. Marine conservation is ren...

Toyochem Co Ltd, the polymers division of the artience Group, has developed the new TOYOMELT™ P-201 Series of ultraviolet (UV) curable hot melt adhesives. The new hot melt product achieves heat resistance of 100°C and higher, making them suitable to meet the industrial demands of bonding steel components in high performance applications, such as automotive and electronics devices. The new TOYOM...

Building on its predecessor, the Click-Torque wrenches which offer a robust release mechanism when the set torque value is reached, Wera now presents its Click-Torque Lock wrenches. With a clue in the name, ‘lock’ means the torque function can be deactivated, so the tools can be used for working without torque – offering time savings for the user. Equipped with a ‘work-stop-click’ function whic...

Vossloh is supporting the expansion of the Algerian rail network with the supply of both rail fasteners and switch systems. The series of orders that have been awarded to Vossloh during the last couple of months adds up to a total order volume of about €59 million.  Algeria is investing heavily in the expansion and modernization of its rail infrastructure. The network is to be expanded to aroun...

BRALO’s new range of riveters featuring five specialised pneumatic tools – PT-8L, PT-14, PT-20, PT-28 and PT-28LB – combines durability, speed and precision engineering to meet the toughest industrial demands, with each tool fine-tuned to a specific application. From standard rivets to lockbolts, pin and collar, rivet nuts and threaded studs, the BRALO PT range covers a vast array of riveting p...

Simpson Strong-Tie now offers its Strong-Bolt® 2 wedge anchor in fully assembled packaging. Equipped with the stud, nut and washer preassembled in one convenient package, the wedge anchor saves installers time and eliminates the potential for lost pieces. Code listed for cracked and uncracked concrete, as well as masonry applications, the Strong-Bolt® 2 wedge type expansion anchor is an optimal...

A smart solution for secure fastening, Krumm & André GmbH & Co KG – part of the Paal Group – has recently introduced GUK, a self-locking slotted nut designed to ensure reliable performance during application.  Equipped with a polyamide insert, slightly smaller than the nut’s flank diameter, the GUK generates increased friction when screwed onto the shaft, providing a locking effect.  Kr...

Adding to its range of aluminium press-in inserts, SPIROL now offers a range of 2024 aluminium alternatives. Available in symmetrical (series INS 50) and headed (INS 51) versions, the new aluminium press-in inserts complements the existing brass line.  Threaded inserts are essential for reinforcing plastic components, and providing a reusable thread within a bolted assembly. This ensures a prop...

Designed to optimise installation times, the new nail anchor range from INDEX® Fixing Systems enable fast and secure fixing with a single hammer blow, without the need for additional tools or final tightening. With their expansion operation, nail anchors guarantee a firm fixing with a single blow, reducing the installer’s effort and ensuring a quick, simple and reliable installation. In additio...