Across the wind industry hydraulic torque wrenches are paramount when ensuring the structural integrity of a wind turbine’s tower, nacelle and blades. With the latest offshore wind turbines being capable of generating up to 14MW each, bigger bolts and higher torque values are necessary. For this reason, Atlas Copco has invested significantly in its hydraulic wrench offering with the launch of T...

JW Winco has expanded its selection of standard parts, manufactured with AISI 316L (A4) stainless steel, to include threaded plugs, magnetic plugs and robust oil sight glasses for hydraulics. The new products have been specially designed for highly corrosive environments. The new fluid fill/drain plugs offered by JW Winco, Inc ensure better protection against corrosion thanks to the AISI 316L (...

In response to a growing market demand for UV anerobic adhesive systems, Panacol has expanded its portfolio of dual-curing adhesive systems with Vitralit® UD 4292 F, suitable for structural bonding and sealing in automotive and electronic applications. Vitralit® UD 4292 F is a transparent acrylic adhesive that cures in just a few seconds with light in the UVA or visible range. LED curing devic...

HellermannTyton is showcasing its entire portfolio of industry specific product ranges including fastening and fixings, identification, application tooling, electrical installation and insulation and protection, all of which feature tailor-made technologies designed to meet the unique demands of various industries, in its latest product catalogue. The catalogue also provides insight into Heller...

Laser Tools, a Tool Connection brand, has released a new bit set designed for cordless power tool users. The set, which includes 22 bits, is suitable for various cordless drills and electric screwdrivers. The set comprises 22 bits together with a magnetic bit holder. Supplied in a folding plastic storage case, which is completed with a belt clip, the set can be easily unfolded and laid flat on...

SENCO’s Fusion F-35XP framing nailer combines pneumatic performance with cordless convenience, as well as a robust design and durable construction – making it ideal for professional framers and contractors. Featuring optimised power and performance, SENCO’s nailer is suitable for a variety of applications including framing, panelised construction, truss building, subflooring, sheathing, decking...

REYHER has a comprehensive range of stainless steel items in stock, including screws, nuts and washers of duplex steel D6 in the property Class 100. Duplex is a mixed microstructure of ferrites and austenites, with this combination uniting the advantages of both materials. The yield strength is 0.2% higher than austenitic materials of the same ductility. In addition, the fatigue strength under...

The practice of pre-assembly is becoming increasingly common across various sectors and its benefits are widely recognised – from eco-friendliness, to safety and quality, as well as savings in cost and time. With this in mind, Pandrol intends to maximise pre-assembly in both new and existing products. Here, John Porrill, technical director and head of the fastening systems product line, explore...

Here SMT Srl – the independent testing laboratory and mechanical workshop – focuses on yield strength and how there are different yield values that are required by different standards. A tensile test allows an operator to obtain a variety of different values and among them the yield strength, the topic of this article. When a specimen is subjected to a tensile test up to a certain load, its beh...

In the 1970s Gantrex was leading the charge in modernising rail fastening solutions with soft mounted rails. Here, Steve Nikolayev, CX manager ports at Gantrex Group, looks at the history of the rail fastener and how the Group is continuing to innovate and solve customers’ problems by coming up with bespoke solutions. In the 1970s rails were mounted directly on the steel girders with steel-on-s...