Master Bond EP30NG is a two part epoxy adhesive system developed for applications that require high thermal conductivity. It contains a speciality graphene filler that contributes not only to its high compressive strength, but also to its enhanced dimensional stability. EP30NG achieves an extraordinary thermal conductivity of 38.15 BTU•in/(ft2•hr•°F) [5.5 W/(m•K)] at room temperature while its...

The newly developed ecosyn®-grip screw from Bossard Group combines the process reliability of an internal drive with the loosening safeguard of a ribbed washer and the load bearing capacity of an 8.8 screw. Process reliabilityThe internal hexalobular drive is suitable for manual and automated assembly, it has low tool wear and the tool slipping and wobbling movements are reliably prevented. Due...

A new lubrication from Dörken MKS provides a high-level of corrosion protection and simultaneously enables a smooth fastening. In order to prevent thread rolling screws from corroding, it is now possible to use a coating system from Dörken MKS-Systeme GmbH & Co KG consisting of a zinc flake basecoat and the DELTA-LUBE® 50 lubricant. The basecoat determines the corrosion characteristics and...

By Lammert de Boer, global director for Zinklad, DecoKlad & XMAPP, MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions According to Marklines1, by 2023, some 20% of all vehicles produced will be electric (versus gas), bringing with it new challenges for fastener coating engineers working on electric vehicles. Considerations include electrical conductivity, the use of lighter materials to maximise vehicl...

Harrison Silverdale is known for its range of fasteners used in plastic mouldings and sheet metal applications and is now being increasingly asked by clients to help in the development stage of new projects. Its design capability, industry knowledge and stock management expertise means it can help bring a project from concept, through design and prototyping to serial production. Recently a larg...

CATHELAIN S.A, a French manufacturer of precision threaded components for the energy sector, has developed C-Bolt® – a concept that allows the remote monitoring of the elongation of elements of an assembly. Intended for safety assemblies that require vigilance (permanent or cyclic) to ensure the integrity of the tightening, the principle is to integrate an optical fibre sensor with screws, stud...

The TL180 specification, which applies to various kinds of fasteners –including metric parts, outlines Volkswagen’s high performance standard for black zinc flake finishes. Volkswagen’s TL180 specification has some of the most complex corrosion protection and colour stability requirements. In addition to these high corrosion protection and chemical resistance demands, the most challenging aspec...

Star Fasteners has recently helped truck and trailer body builders to eliminate the need for any welding in the construction of the subframe of a chassis, thanks to the use of Huck® BobTail® fasteners. Daniel Starbuck, director of Star Fasteners, explains: “I was first contacted by a long-standing customer who was looking to optimise the process of building the subframe of a chassis for their t...

Ellsworth Adhesives are now taking orders for the newly launched Dowsil (Dow Corning) EI-2888 primerless silicone encapsulant. Dowsil EI-2888 is an optically clear encapsulant designed for professional LED lighting applications. The 100% silicone encapsulant provides LEDs with essential protection from moisture and surface contaminants. Dowsil EI-2888 has unique optimum rheological properties w...

Whether selecting a catalogue spring or specifying a custom item; Chris Petts, managing director at Lee Spring, suggests that it is always worth considering the following factors: Principles of spring design - Hooke’s Law is a principle of spring design relating to Load and Deflection. It states that a restoring force due to a spring is proportional to the distance the spring is deflected and a...