Haldex has successfully finished the joint development of the ModulT disc brake with one of the world’s largest truck manufacturer, and is now starting serial production for an all wheel drive truck. No less than three Lesjöfors companies supply springs and stampings to the new disc brake system. ModulT is designed as a complete program for both tractors and pulled units, extended in steps. At...

This new socket set from Laser Tools, part number 7636, is specifically designed to offer improved access to hard to reach fuel line connections. For example, injector connectors can be buried under a maze of pipework and fittings and it can be a major task to get a positive grip onto the hex whether tightening or loosening off. The tool is 3/8 inch drive and features two spring loaded joints t...

Gardette Groupe, Titgemeyer GmbH, Acton, Schäfer + Peters France and many more are bringing innovative fastener technologies to Fastener Fair France, on 27th – 28th May reflecting the rising fastener demand and new trends in the automotive, aerospace and construction industries. French companies Rabourdin SAS, SIMAF-CFF and Satinox Assemblage are taking advantage of the new ‘Aerospace Hub’ at t...

Techsil has added Hylomar's range of high performance non-setting gasket and jointing compounds to its portfolio, available to buy online. The original product was developed with Rolls-Royce for sealing aircraft engines. Many of today's manufacturers of engines, compressors, electric motors, heavy industrial equipment, gearboxes, defence industry components and turbines choose Hylomar® non-sett...

EFC International is pleased to announce the addition of air filter clips and speciality air filter fasteners, manufactured by Springfield Spring & Stamping, to its product line. Springfield Spring & Stamping is a manufacturer of standard and custom air filter holding frame clips in the United States. The product line is complementary to EFC’s current HVACR product offerings including w...

Süleyman Kahraman, M.Sc. mechanical engineer, Fecon R&D and Engineering Service Limited Nowadays weight reduction studies have gained importance for a wide variety of industries, but especially in automotive and aviation. When it comes to weight reduction there are two main activities that are being carried out. The first is that components made of aluminium or magnesium, which have high sp...

With Vitralit® UC 1536 Panacol is launching another low-halogen UV adhesive for the electronics industry. Due to its low ion-content, it is ideal for semiconductor production. The new very stable, high-gloss, transparent adhesive cures within a few seconds. The adhesive Vitralit® UC 1536 is an epoxy-based adhesive, which hardens very quickly under UV-light. Due to its high viscosity, it is part...

An adjustable industrial shock absorber donated by WDS Component Parts Ltd is helping a young woman regain strength and mobility following a major operation to remove a tumour. The shock absorber is incorporated into a modified rowing machine in a project coordinated by nationwide charity Remap. Remap helps disabled people achieve independence and a better quality of life by designing and build...

Established in 1988, Birlik Bağlanti is a Turkish manufacturer and exporter of special fasteners including screws, bolts, rivets and bushes, with a capacity of 1,000 tonnes per month for the automotive, white goods and furniture sectors. Birlik has a wide range of machinery including 1 die 1 blow machines up to 7 die 7 blow machines. It also has transfer machines and a range of secondary operat...

Innovative premium high strength and high performance stainless steel fasteners offer significant benefits – from product lifecycle and maintenance to total lifecycle costs – in many global industry sectors. Here, Nimeka de Silva, development manager, UK and Ireland for BUMAX looks at more robust and cost-effective fastener solutions. Corrosion presents a considerable global challenge, resultin...