With the MP6 geometry, Walter states it is rounding off its range for the medium machining of steel – combining features such as a positive rake angle, with those of roughing inserts, for example a tough cutting edge. Walter highlights that this makes the MP6 the perfect link between the existing MP4 geometry for medium machining, with excellent chip breaking on soft steels, and the RP4 for ro...

Through strategic investments in its R&D, and new technologies, Ober has been able to develop its capabilities and enter new markets – with new projects and products planned for the end of the year. Ober is known for its ability to design and manufacture portable compressed air tools, pneumatic motors, automated machinery, as well as systems for drilling, tapping, threading and screwing –...

Here, Eva-Last, a building composite materials company, outlines the vital components of wood-based constructions, including the materials and fixings which should be used, such as its range of Hulk Fasteners specifically designed to prevent construction failures from rust, corrosion and weather exposure.    Hulk Fasteners composite trim and deck screws come in a range of colours to suit any co...

Wear and galling of stainless steel components within the hydrogen sector is a common problem, a problem which is solved by processes known to negatively affect corrosion resistance. Now, Expanite is providing a gas-based diffusion process as an alternative solution.                     Hydrogen has gradually become the energy source of the future, already used in many sectors, whether applied...

GEARWRENCH, part of Apex Tool Group, offers a reliable range of extraction tools designed to remove fasteners and screws which have been frozen, corroded or malformed. GEARWRENCH, with its Bolt Biter line, offers durable extraction tools among its product range, designed to remove corroded, rusted, rounded and frozen fasteners. The company also offers its GEARWRENCH Bolt BiterTM screw extracto...

Ganter has introduced a new line of standard parts including levelling feet and screws, with the aim of optimum cleanliness within production environments. It is the company’s latest addition to its ‘Hygienic Design’ line of components. At first glance, most standard parts seem to be far away from the actual critical work areas, but airborne spores of microorganisms can spread quickly and far....

Panacol has developed new UV curable masking materials for industrial processes, which are part of the Vitralit® MASK product line.  Masking materials are applied as temporary barriers, that are subsequently removed from the completed component after processing. Typical applications include the manufacture of turbine components, orthopedic devices or prosthesis, and other industrial component p...

fischer is now offering the new TermoZ CS II screw fixing to anchor external thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) insulation panels made of any material into a conventional construction material. The latest addition to fischer’s range of ETICS fastenings is suitable for fastening insulating panels in any conventional material and thickness on all standard solid and hollow construction...

tesa has launched an assortment of flame retardant adhesive tapes, tesa® flameXtinct, which is already used successfully in the construction industry, to be used across all industries. To ensure public health and property protection, fire protection regulations are of particular importance in many sectors. These regulations set standards for manufacturing processes and all integrated materials...

Bolt inspections and retightening routines are common and reoccurring across several industries. Here, Strainlabs AB in collaboration with ABB gives an overview on the natural causes to why bolt preload changes over time.                                     Settlements & relaxationStrainlabs is turning bolts into an IoT (Internet of Things) solution. The system is CE marked and available on...