When it comes to security fasteners, Hafren Security Fasteners has dedicated its product portfolio towards preventing and discouraging unwanted tampering or vandalism. In this article Ben Cooper, business development director, highlights the journey which brought forward the security fasteners of the modern industry. Back in the day, there were only very basic one way security fasteners in the...

By Barbara Sorgato, secretary general, European Consortium of Anchor Producers (ECAP) The ECAP Working Group meets once a year, with experts of fasteners and connectors discussing the technical challenges posed by European Assessment Documents, and by drafts of standards, as well as to define common strategies for each product. Whilst these experts speak different languages, and have various na...

The Laser Tools Air Impact Wrench brings heavy-duty performance to commercial vehicle applications with its 1 inch drive, extended output shaft, and composite body construction. With the 170mm output shaft, this tool is designed to easily access recessed wheel nuts, and its lightweight composite/magnesium-alloy construction ensures reduced operator fatigue while maintaining power. This air-pow...

Across a variety of industries, security screws play a vital role in protecting the essential components of a given application by preventing unauthorised access and tampering. Osaka-based Sunco provides customers with fastening solutions to secure vulnerable components including its LH STIX, TORANAIDE and HAZUSEN ranges. Sunco’s LH STIX is a high-quality tamper resistant screw that combines pr...

By the Construction Fixings Association New rules, tougher standards and rapid innovation are redefining how we specify and install anchors. Fasteners and fixings might be hidden in the fabric of a building, but today they’re under more scrutiny than ever. Driven by legislation, such as the Building Safety Act 2022 and Eurocode 2, Part 4, the industry is facing a step change. What was once cons...

To help deliver the power of pneumatic impact wrenches for larger diameter bolts, Makita is introducing the GWT10 40V max XGT® 4-Sp high torque impact wrench, for users who require the highest torque, compressor free. The GWT10 features three forward and three reverse auto-stop modes for increased efficiency. A four speed power selection switches, as well as a variable speed trigger and full sp...

According to Bolt Science, up to 47% of structural node failures are due to loosened bolted connections, which is a serious problem designers are trying to solve, guided primarily by data from manufacturers and distributors of locking elements. In response, Ferodom Ltd has developed the Tiger Power Timer – a software which assesses the effectiveness of locking elements.  When trying to solve th...

UK Construction Week (UKCW) London celebrated its most successful edition to date when it returned to ExCeL London 7th – 9th May. The show welcomed record visitor numbers and featured a wealth of exclusive brands, an in-depth CPD-accredited education programme with over 160 hours of CPD credits, global exhibitors, as well as a range of innovative new features. UKCW London saw over 300 exhibitor...

As the automotive industry pivots towards electrification, OEMs are seeking new solutions to enable them to incorporate more electronic components in their product designs, sustainably and effectively. Henkel is helping to meet this challenge with an extensive portfolio of high-performing innovations. Its latest development is LOCTITE® AA 5885, a one part (1K) polyacrylate UV-curable solution f...

One of the main attractions of Fastener Fair Global is the opportunity to assess new products and services that exhibitors have introduced to the market – and this year’s show was no exception – underlined by the three winners of the Route to Fastener Innovation Competition, sponsored by Fastener + Fixing Magazine. With the three winners announced during the second day of the show, the Route to...