Fixi Group has introduced a new catalogue for self-tapping and special threaded inserts, which includes high resistance fixings and its new KN-KNH series. Easy to install by manual or machine operated tools, Fixi self-tapping inserts are metal bushes with an internal and external thread. These inserts are designed with a cutting slot or cutting holes that allow the self-tapping feature to be us...

Some solutions can be so simple, for instance the patented DIRAK-SNAP-Technology (DST) creates high strength connections that are equal to screw-based solutions, but achieved with no tools at all, with installation in just seconds – even in poorly accessible places. The stimulus for this trailblazing invention came to DIRAK Founder Dieter Ramsauer on a trip to the USA. Numerous conversations an...

Master Bond EP77M-FMed is a two part epoxy adhesive and sealant designed for use in the assembly of medical devices. It meets the ISO 10993-5 requirements and is not considered to have a cytotoxic effect. “This product has been formulated to provide excellent electrical and thermal conductivity properties, while keeping in mind processing constraints for heat sensitive components in sensors use...

Panacol has developed a new range of high performance adhesives for frame and fill applications on printed circuit boards. Frame and fill processes are used to protect highly complex areas on electronic circuit boards. In the first step, a highly viscous barrier - the so-called frame - is applied. In the next step, this area is quickly filled with lower viscosity filler material – the fill. Wit...

Pandrol, a global rail expert, has launched a range of next generation clip drivers, designed to dramatically increase the speed and efficiency of clipping and unclipping rail fastening systems. Featuring three new clip driver products, the CD200 IQ, the CD300 IQ, and the CD400SP IQ, the equipment represents a significant upgrade on the first generation models. Designed with efficiency in mind,...

Huntsman Polyurethanes’ automotive experts are celebrating after receiving a best performing supplier award from Toyota Boshoku Europe. Every year, Toyota Boshoku Europe gathers its top suppliers together to celebrate cooperation and collaboration. For the second year running, Huntsman has been recognised as one of the most industrious and reliable companies working with the automotive interior...

The Camloc® brand was originally established more than 80 years ago, starting out with a range of quick release fasteners. The product range has significantly expanded over the years and now offers latches, installation tooling and KEENSERTS® solid inserts. Originally manufactured in the USA, in 1959, Camloc started selling quick release fasteners through a new location in Kelkheim, Germany. La...

When one thinks of the agricultural industry, plastic waste is not the first thing that comes to mind. But the reality is that plastics play key roles in the farming and greenhouse business and leaves behind much waste every year. As an example, just in the United States, the agricultural plastics generation is estimated to be GB£816 million. And most of that is not recycled, ending up in the g...

The CROSSFIX® substructure system for the rear ventilated facade (VHF) from EJOT® has won the DETAIL Product Award 2020 – recognising innovative building products, systems and material. The submissions were assessed in a two stage selection process after the products submitted were evaluated in particular according to the criteria of design, innovative character, functionality, sustainability a...

Intertronics has introduced Born2Bond™ Repair, a gap filling two part ‘instant’ adhesive and repair product, which offers excellent adhesion to a very broad range of materials and surfaces. The material combines the strength of an epoxy adhesive with the speed of an instant cyanoacrylate (CA). Born2Bond Repair has high bond strength, offers gap fill, cures hard, sandable and is significantly fa...