Through its technical centres, in Europe, North America and Asia, Nord-Lock Group is able to optimise the design of customers’ bolted connections. Nord-Lock, who developed the original wedge-locking technology in 1982, have been rigorously testing its washers ever since. In 1983, Nord-Lock added the Junker test, a DIN standard -DIN 65151 test that it could use to prove the reliability of its we...

CERATIZIT’s new CFG series of tungsten carbide grades have been specially developed for cold and hot metal forming processes. The three CFG grades are characterised by an outstanding resistance to corrosion, oxidation and adhesion. The new CFG grades cover a wide range of mechanical properties and thus applications. From standard cold forming stamping processes to high impact and thermal shock...

The TN4S nylon expansion plugs from INDEX – A Perfect Fixing offer maximum performance thanks to their 4-way expansion and are notable for their versatility in installation – being suitable for application in both solid and hollow materials. INDEX – A Perfect Fixing recommends the TN4S nylon expansion plugs for the installation of handrails, supports, light elements, letterboxes, etc – with cou...

While automotive suppliers all over the world are facing an evolving array of issues and the challenges, Growermetal is able to support customers with a high variety of safety washers, and blanked parts, that provide the best solutions for customers looking for quality, flexibility and accuracy. Over recent years the automotive industry has been called to face many challenges, from technical a...

With the MP6 geometry, Walter states it is rounding off its range for the medium machining of steel – combining features such as a positive rake angle, with those of roughing inserts, for example a tough cutting edge. Walter highlights that this makes the MP6 the perfect link between the existing MP4 geometry for medium machining, with excellent chip breaking on soft steels, and the RP4 for ro...

Through strategic investments in its R&D, and new technologies, Ober has been able to develop its capabilities and enter new markets – with new projects and products planned for the end of the year. Ober is known for its ability to design and manufacture portable compressed air tools, pneumatic motors, automated machinery, as well as systems for drilling, tapping, threading and screwing –...

Here, Eva-Last, a building composite materials company, outlines the vital components of wood-based constructions, including the materials and fixings which should be used, such as its range of Hulk Fasteners specifically designed to prevent construction failures from rust, corrosion and weather exposure.    Hulk Fasteners composite trim and deck screws come in a range of colours to suit any co...

Wear and galling of stainless steel components within the hydrogen sector is a common problem, a problem which is solved by processes known to negatively affect corrosion resistance. Now, Expanite is providing a gas-based diffusion process as an alternative solution.                     Hydrogen has gradually become the energy source of the future, already used in many sectors, whether applied...

GEARWRENCH, part of Apex Tool Group, offers a reliable range of extraction tools designed to remove fasteners and screws which have been frozen, corroded or malformed. GEARWRENCH, with its Bolt Biter line, offers durable extraction tools among its product range, designed to remove corroded, rusted, rounded and frozen fasteners. The company also offers its GEARWRENCH Bolt BiterTM screw extracto...

Ganter has introduced a new line of standard parts including levelling feet and screws, with the aim of optimum cleanliness within production environments. It is the company’s latest addition to its ‘Hygienic Design’ line of components. At first glance, most standard parts seem to be far away from the actual critical work areas, but airborne spores of microorganisms can spread quickly and far....