Master Bond EP21NS is a two part epoxy that may be used for bonding, coating, sealing and potting/encapsulating. It has a nanosilica filler that imparts dimensional stability and abrasion resistance. When measured according to ASTM D4060, standard test method for abrasion resistance, with CS-17 wheel for 1,000 cycles, EP21NS exhibits a very low weight loss of 25mg. This formulation is a reliabl...

Since November 2020, BECK, a leading manufacturer in the field of fastening technology, is a new performance partner of Wood Works Germany, where it hopes to help foster the next generation of carpenters. “Together for and with this industry, creating innovative, efficient and sustainable solutions is what drives us. As Wood Works Germany performance partner, we look forward to bringing our wea...

Here, Bill Eccles from Bolt Science answers a common question regarding stainless steel fasteners - why do some stainless steel fasteners seize during tightening, as well as when they are attempted to be untightened? Stainless steel and high alloy fasteners can unpredictably sustain galling (cold welding). Stainless steel self generates an oxide surface film for corrosion protection. During fas...

Since 1909, the company Morgan Motor has been manufacturing sports cars which enjoy cult status and has been providing a fascinating mixture between traditional craftsmanship and adequate modern technology. Each Morgan is handcrafted and consists of the three core elements ash, aluminium and leather. With the Plus Six, the company succeeded in manufacturing an aluminium platform that has a hund...

Security tamper-proof sealing screws are vital for securing systems in public or private environments. ZAGO Manufacturing Co says its screws seal out a wide range of contaminants from entering and damaging equipment while keeping systems secure from tampering and vandalism, whilst also preventing leakage of toxins into the environment. While they may resemble regular screws, security tamper-pro...

Fixi Srl has introduced a brand new catalogue for self-tapping and special threaded inserts, which it says are easy to install by manual or machine operated tools, as well as being high resistance fixings. Fixi self-tapping inserts are metal bushes with an internal and external thread. These inserts are designed with a cutting slot or cutting holes that allow the self-tapping feature. They are...

Gala Precision Engineering Pvt Ltd has now been involved with more than 25 critical end user projects in the last five years. One of these projects includes the manufacturing of high-tensile fasteners for use in the foundation, blades and nacelles of wind turbines. In 2018 a top global wind turbine manufacturer approached Gala to manufacture these high-tensile fasteners. Gala therefore invested...

Deutsche Bahn has recently approved the Delta-Protekt® KL100 coating on Growermetal’s patented double coiled spring washers, produced according to UIC 864-3. Made possible by the cooperation between Growermetal Srl and Dörken®, these washers are widely used for railway applications – to fix the rail to the railroad ties. The partial serrations on the bearing surfaces of the washer prevent the l...

Brooks Forgings Ltd has been awarded a contract by EDF energy to manufacture and supply a range of foundation bolting assemblies for critical groundworks. This is in preparation for the installation of various critical infrastructure systems for two new nuclear reactors at Hinkley Point C in Somerset, UK. The two new nuclear reactors are the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations t...

LISI Automotive has launched a new video to outline its anti-creep solutions. To meet the need of vehicle lightweighting, many solutions now replace metal components with plastic. However, for certain applications, which require clamping forces to remain fixed, the effects of creeping needs to be avoided. Indeed, during a traditional assembly of plastic components with screw and nut, plastic de...