New from Laser Tools are two ¼ inch drive click-type torque wrenches, fully insulated to IEC60900 standards for 1000vAC/1500vDC live working, making them ideal for use with hybrid and electric vehicle maintenance.  Laser part number 8879 has a torque range of 2Nm to 10Nm and is adjusted by a pull-out collar at the base of the handle in 0.1Nm increments. Part number 8880 has a range of 5Nm to 25...

Rising CO2 emissions, stricter regulations and increased consumer expectations has led to bio-based materials and low-temperature adhesives becoming the ideal choice for sustainable packaging. Henkel Adhesive Technologies has combined both technologies with the new Technomelt Supra 079 Eco Cool. Technomelt Supra 079 Eco Cool is a bio-based product that combines 49% directly bio-based raw materi...

FLEX GmbH is expanding its portfolio with an innovative 12V drywall screwdriver DW 37 12-EC that has been specially developed to meet the needs of drywall and timber construction work. The compact, lightweight tool combines powerful performance with ease of use and accurate precision. Weighing less than 1kg including the 2.5 Ah battery, FLEX states this screwdriver is “the lightest in its class...

DELO has developed a new adhesive that can be used to create ultra-fine structures, such as those found in optical packaging applications, within seconds. DELO DUALBOND EG4797 is the latest solution in the ongoing trend towards miniaturisation. The halogen and solvent-free acrylate allows for extremely fine microstructure designs (micro dam) in semiconductor packaging and on printed circuit boa...

Simpson Strong-Tie, a leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, is extending its line of structural fasteners with the launch of the Strong-Drive SWD Double-Threaded™ screw. With its innovative design, the SWD™ wood-to-wood screw can replace some interior and exterior connectors, potentially reducing installation times and labour costs. Designed for stealth, strength an...

Nothing stands still in the transport sector and that is especially true for railway vehicle design. With over 200km of cables and wiring in an average high-speed train, fastening clips mounted on structural edges are giving engineers more freedom to route parallel cable runs. With the amount of cable increasing dramatically, the real challenge is how to install cables quickly and easily and ho...

Screw holes are integral to the structural integrity and appearance of various manufacturing and construction assemblies. There are many types of screw holes, but the two prevalent types are countersinks and clearance holes. Choosing the right fasteners for each project requires a clear understanding of each type of screw hole. Here, APM Hexseal explores the key differences between countersinks...

The UK’s largest event for the built environment, UK Construction Week (UKCW) Birmingham made a welcome return to the NEC last week, with a string of exclusive launches, a star-studded line-up of speakers, international pavilions from across the globe and a host of new features. With over 7,000 products on display from over 300 exhibitors, the multi award-winning show attracted a wealth of over...

As the industrial landscape increasingly shifts towards electrification, the demand for components that meet both conductive and insulating requirements has surged. Here, Arne Schlichting, technical specialist in new mobility at KAMAX Automotive GmbH, delves into the technical challenges and solutions associated with bolted joints in electrified environments. Bolted joints, essential in assembl...

As the demand for nails continues to increase post Covid-19, titibi® is focusing on the high-quality and flexibility of its products, as well as its aftersales service, to ensure its customers are in expert hands.  titibi® explains: “In order to meet this demand we have had to equip ourselves by investing in both resources and processes. We have therefore increased production and packaging hour...