For its first project in Uruguay, Vossloh will produce rail fastening systems to be used on a new 273km long railway line between Montevideo and Paso de los Toros. In addition to the new stretch of track, Uruguay Central Railroad is planning numerous modernisations of railway bridges and stations in order to advance rail freight traffic and sustainably improve the inland connections with the ca...

What exactly is meant by ‘accurate’, ‘precise’ and ‘repeatable’? Here Rachel Chancellor, marketing manager at adhesives specialist Intertronics, explains what dispensing accuracy and repeatability means for manufacturers. Put simply, accuracy is getting a result within acceptable tolerance of your requirements. Whether that be dispensing a certain volume or putting the material in the right pla...

Here, Bill Eccles from Bolt Science, looks at how to know for sure which bolt is the right size for each unique joint interface, and whether a smaller bolt could be used without risking the integrity of the bolt/joint. Joint diagrams can display a significant amount of information about the joint but in our experience many people find them difficult to interpret and understand. Preload requirem...

Stainless steel is often specified for use due to its combination of strength and corrosion resistance. However, there are various grades of stainless steel to choose from, each with their own characteristic and costs. Here, John Marshall, technical manager at WDS Components Parts Ltd, explains why it’s important users make the right choice for their application. Chromium alloy gives stainless...

TFC Ltd has been working on ways it can support customers and their VMI supply chain systems during the Covid-19 pandemic. Crises such as this help to identify system and process changes to maintain continuity and even build business going forward. TFC believes these changes could make a significant difference to VMI systems, and it has the experience and ability to adapt to users’ needs while...

SPIROL Industries Ltd has launched a new, high-performance series of moulded-in inserts for plastics assemblies. The rugged design of the Series 63 Through Hole Inserts and Series 65 Blind End Inserts consist of multiple bands of helical knurls to maximise torque resistance, balanced with radial undercuts to achieve a high pull out tensile force. These moulded-in inserts are designed to be pla...

HellermannTyton has developed a range of new products to help users return to work, in response to the easing of restrictions in regards to Covid-19. To help reduce the transmission of the virus, HellermannTyton is offering additional products for factories, warehouse as well as for offices and home working. The Mask E-Guard and EasyDoorTM have both been designed to help make the work place saf...

Simpson Strong-Tie, a supplier of engineered structural connectors, fasteners and building solutions, has launched a new range of regulated and quality tested connectors and fasteners to serve the growing demand for cross-laminated timber (CLT). Backed by a robust product range and distribution system; along with service, support, and training, Simpson Strong-Tie says its new collection of vers...

To help with the global situation, Sika Group has now commenced production of respiratory masks in France as well as hand sanitiser, for employees, customers, and other interested parties. At the Les Salles du Gardon factory, Sika has commenced the production of respiratory masks made almost entirely from Sika products. Nearly 50,000 masks have already been produced and orders have been placed...

DeWalt has introduced the 20V MAX 15° coil roofing nailer (DCN45RN), another addition to its 20V MAX System, which features over 200 products. Optimised for small jobsite applications, the nailer is ideal for service and repair jobs and small production work. Dewalt says its 20V MAX 15° coil roofing nailer drives 500 nails per charge and can fire up to three nails per second. It also includes f...