Fastener News Archive

Torque with a ‘click’

15th July 2024

When it comes to controlled high torque transfer, Wera’s Click-Torque wrenches, so named by the audible click that indicates the mechanism release when the set torque is reached, are the suitable solution for torquing applications. Capable of applying up to 1,000Nm of force, the newly available wrenches feature a long leaver and two easy to read torque scales, which are displayed on the handle....

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Digital planning aid for building with wood

12th July 2024

The fischer FiXperience design software is ideal for planning wooden structures quickly, efficiently and precisely, thereby increasing the safety of buildings. A part of this offering is the WOOD-FIX module which can be used to calculate wooden connections and reinforcements. The free WOOD-FIX module, part of the FiXperience dimensioning and construction software family, is used for the simple...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Ready for automation in cable set production

12th July 2024

The automation of cable set production for automobiles is gathering speed and ITW Automotive’s Plastic Fasteners Division is supporting this process with a fully automated and fully validated production concept for bonded fasteners. The concept is characterised by a high-level of standardisation, continuous validation of the process chain and numerous cost and process benefits. The vehicle ele...

Automotive

LOCTITE® advantages made even clearer

11th July 2024

Already widely used and trusted by professional installers for pipe sealing, LOCTITE® 55 is now available in a new dispenser, featuring many new developments, thanks to valuable installer and plumber feedback. The new pack – made with 70% recycled plastic – features several improvements to make applying the sealing cord even easier and more convenient for users.  An integrated lid prevents the...

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Eleven awards in top design competitions

11th July 2024

Hilti’s Nuron range of tools have been recognised for their design and functionality. Competing in the power tool category, the tools received seven Red Dot and four iF Design Awards, achieving a total eleven awards at the two prestigious 2024 competitions. Nuron's 22 volt cordless platform supports over 100 tools, including drill drivers, saws, grinders, concrete vibrators and rotary and demo...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Vossloh receives another major Chinese order

10th July 2024

Vossloh has once again been awarded a contract to supply rail fastening systems in connection with the construction of two high-speed lines in China. One of the two lines connects the megacity of Xining with the metropolis of Chengdu and the second line runs between Lanzhou, the capital of Gansu province, and the city of Hezuo in the southeast of the province.  Vossloh Fastening Systems China...

Rail

Increasing tool life

10th July 2024

RUKO is expanding its ULTIMATECUT countersink range with the introduction of the countersink 4S with HSSE-Co 5 alloy to increase efficiency and tool life of the tool. HSSE-Co 5, also known as high-speed steel with 5% cobalt alloy, improves the wear resistance and heat resistance of the tool. This, RUKO states, is what leads to a longer tool life, a seven times faster machining time compared to...

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Efficient design with ECS design software

9th July 2024

Eurotec's free ECS design software provides a digital solution for timber and concrete construction projects. This software can be used to carry out static pre-dimensioning with verifications for various concrete fixings. The “Concrete Fixing” module is a tool for the design of rock bolts and anchor bolts for steel or timber fixings. All that is required for preliminary design is the geometry...

Construction + Civil Engineering

The advantages of stainless steel

9th July 2024

Stainless steel is a metal used in various applications – due to its durability, heat and corrosion resistance. Here, APM Hexseal explores what stainless steel is and the different types available, whilst also describing the advantages of its use in various applications. Stainless steel is an alloy composed of varying amounts of manganese, silicon, chromium and low carbon steel. The chromium co...

Offshore

The new safe-torque range

8th July 2024

Torque controlled screwdriving tools can’t always provide precise torque control, as many of these tools only feature a trigger mechanism, which can enable accidental over-tightening. Wera, the Wuppertal-based screwdriving tool specialist, has therefore introduced the new Safe-Torque series to tackle these issues. The new range offers two versions, the Safe-Torque torque wrench series and the...

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