Engel has launched its own timber construction screw, E-Jet® X, as part of its E-Jet® family. The E-Jet® X combines properties for structural timber engineering and roof insulation systems. With a European Technical Assessment (ETA) and CE Marking, the E-Jet® X is suitable for the most demanding design requirements and offers maximum flexibility thanks to its design with both countersunk and wa...

Here, Accu outlines the uses and applications of rivets, screws, bolts, as well as other threaded fasteners. In some instances, the company argues, rivets are more suited to the application than threaded fasteners. What are rivets? Rivets are a type of mechanical fastener typically used to create a permanent fixture. They are often used as an alternative solution to expensive solutions, such...

With a recent drive in the industry to move towards more sustainable methods of energy and power generation such as solar, fasteners are often overlooked in the design process, despite playing a crucial role in connecting multiple components. Here, Star Fasteners outlines its range of Huck® fasteners specifically designed to withstand the harsh environments in solar applications and why archite...

By Cavin Ciaciuch, chemist, ND Industries Inc The ND Microspheres® TA Series from ND Industries is a range of dual microencapsulated, room-temperature-curing adhesives that can be applied to male or female threaded fasteners of virtually all sizes, configurations, materials and finishes. ND Microspheres® TA products have a cross-linked molecular structure, which creates a resistance to numerous...

Here, Pandrol explains the current issues surrounding track vibrations and noise pollution in urban areas. In this article, the company offers insight to help solve these problems alongside suggestions on how the rail industry should move forward in the future. Over the past century, the world has experienced a dramatic growth in urbanisation. Inevitably, these communities need transport, and...

From mechanical zinc plating to zinc flake coatings, Growermetal can offer customised solutions suitable for the needs of different industries – supported by in-house facilities that create new opportunities of personalisation for customers worldwide. When it comes to safety washers, details count, which is why Italian washer manufacturer Growermetal SpA ensures it studies, designs and tests th...

GEDORE has designed a new torque wrench set specially for the automotive industry to apply correct torque when changing wheels on motor and commercial vehicles. In addition to vehicle assembly and repair, GEDORE’s torque solution is also ideal for use in industry and trade. Correct tightening of torque is necessary when changing wheels on vehicles. Torque wrenches must ensure screw connections...

Based on a technology that has been known for many years, MM-Welding® provides a portfolio of cutting-edge fastening solutions by using ultrasonic energy to trigger the partial liquefaction of thermoplastic materials. By doing so it opens a world of possibilities never before imagined in multiple industries, especially in lightweight construction where there is a demand for even lighter assembl...

While the population growth remains steady, the metropolitan area of Barcelona, Spain, continues to expand. With a major proportion of the existing metro travelling underneath the city in tunnels, the excessive vibration was recently identified as an ongoing issue with certain lines. The Barcelona Rail metro has twelve lines, 180 stations, more than 140 trains running at peak times on working d...

Lesjöfors, when approached with an issue concerning the load-bearing capabilities of pick-up trucks, designed a new line of springs which can withstand heavy-duty vehicle lifestyles. Trucks are especially designed to handle rougher terrains and withstand higher payloads. However, heavy loads put additional pressure on vehicle suspension, which can cause reduced brake efficiency, tyre wear or di...