German-based clamping manufacturer AMF has decided to use extra strong and corrosion resistant screws from BUMAX for its zero-point clamping systems. AMF has ordered BUMAX® extra strength fastener model 109 in both standard and ultra grades for use in its precise zero-point clamping solutions, which are used in milling processes and turning centres. AMF describes its Zero-Point-System as revolu...

norelem has introduced a new range of ceramic locating pins and rest pads to its portfolio – offering long lasting, robust performance.Normally made from metal, these products are used for controlled, fine tolerance positioning of a workpiece alongside jigs and fixtures, and must be able to withstand repeated use and force. norelem already offers metal versions of these products, but explains t...

Being at the cutting edge of the industry and technology is something normally associated with multinationals. However, the family business of RLS Tooling Ltd proves this isn’t always the case. Founded in 1989 as a specialist form rolling die manufacturer, RLS Tooling has since expanded to provide a comprehensive range of tooling for most thread rolling applications, as well as form rolling. RL...

CBM member and cold forming manufacturer, Clevedon Fasteners Ltd, has taken delivery of its most advanced optical sorter yet. The state of the art machine has four cameras and an Eddy current checking station, which can be used for comparative testing – ensuring parts are to the correct heat treatment specification. As Clevedon’s sales of threaded parts in general continue to increase, with cli...

Since 1878, innovation has been the driving force behind Felo and the development and manufacturing of its screwdrivers and bits – exclusively made in Germany. This includes two new additions to its wide range of screwdrivers with ERGONIC® handles – a chisel driver with full length blade and hammer cap, and a high performance ratchet with pivot head. Conventional screwdrivers have a hard, rigid...

Here Bill Eccles, from Bolt Science, looks at when a back-up wrench is needed for the installation of bolt and nut assemblies and when it is not. A back-up wrench or spanner is placed on a bolt head to prevent bolt rotation when the nut is being tightened. Once the bolt is tightened, and the nut is then attempted to be tightened, the whole nut-bolt assembly can spin without further tightening o...

Pressure is everywhere, whether it’s a ship cruising at sea level or a robot diving below the surface of the sea, pressure increases precipitously. Standard fasteners are not built to withstand such extreme pressure, and may crack, causing gases and liquids to leak and pollute the ocean while damaging high asset equipment. It is only high-tech sealing fasteners, such as those from ZAGO Manufact...

Intertronics has launched the preeflow eco-DUOMIX, a system that mixes and dispenses two-part materials providing an advantage in applications where two-part adhesives are required to be dispensed with volumetric accuracy. The mixing and application of two-part materials can be a tricky business, especially when the required amounts are in the sub-millilitre range. Intertronics aims to make thi...

Techsil has just published it’s biggest catalogue yet, which includes a selection of products from new supply partners. This includes adhesives, tapes and coatings from Permabond, SCIGRIP and 3M; O-rings and bonded seals from Trelleborg; and greases and lubricants from ITW LPS and Sprayon. Techsil supplies high-performance materials to manufacturing industries such as, electronics, aerospace, a...

Multiple construction projects are currently being implemented at Tübingen University Hospital, in Germany, including the installation of cooling pipes using fischer’s massive channel system FMS. Tübingen University Hospital is spread across two main areas, the ’valley’ site north of the city centre, and the ‘mountain’ site to the northwest of the centre, halfway up Schnarrenberg mountain. Sign...