Fastener News Archive

BCR HYBRID receives two ETAs

17th June 2024

Bossong SpA is continuing its position as a reference point for chemical anchoring with the introduction of the new BCR HYBRID chemical anchor, which the company highlights meets the current needs of markets that require fast, universal, multipurpose and environmentally certified products. With two ETA accreditations (ETA – 15/0559) and (ETA – 24/0016), updated in accordance with the Constructi...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Adjusting the lights on VW

14th June 2024

For technicians working on VW Group vehicles, the new VW Group headlamp adjustment tool kit from Laser Tools has been assembled to make adjusting headlights easy, particularly in situations where bumper and headlamp gaps are tight.  Adjusting headlights can often be challenging due to limited access and specialised fixing profiles. Specifically intended for the professional technician that work...

Automotive

Hafren acquires System Zero® product line

14th June 2024

Hafren Security Fasteners has acquired all property, rights, titles and interests of the System Zero® product range of security screws and associated tooling, establishing itself as the ‘go to’ provider for cutting edge security fastener solutions. The System Zero® security screw product range, well known in the electronics industry and previously owned by PSM International, has advanced featur...

Other Industries

Elevating on-site efficiency

13th June 2024

The smart new Samac Performance Plus woodscrews trade case, from Samac Fixings, is packed with hundreds of high performance woodscrews, making it ideal for every fixing job on-site. Designed with a robust handle for seamless site-to-site transit, and built to absorb the bumps and knocks of construction life, this durable and robust case will protect screws from dust, debris and water.   The tra...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Superior electrical connections

13th June 2024

A rapid increase in busbar manufacturing is pushing OEMs to look for new solutions to reduce electrical resistance and be more cost-effective. ECCB™ PEM eConnect™ Contact Bushing from PennEngineering® can be used to make reliable electrical connections between copper or aluminium busbars, PCBs or cable terminals. Current solutions on the market have many limitations. These include unplated busb...

Electrical + Electronics

Pioneering approach to sustainability

12th June 2024

Through its globally renowned brand LOCTITE®, Henkel Adhesive Technologies has introduced four new product categories – Pioneer, Contributor, Straight Performer and Challenged, to help customers understand the environmental impact of its products. In order to highlight how ongoing improvements to its vast range of adhesive solutions can help businesses improve manufacturing efficiency in a more...

Other Industries

fischer strengthens glass protective wall of St Mark’s Basilica

12th June 2024

St. Mark's Basilica in Venice is an architectural masterpiece and the city's landmark. In recent years, however, it has been repeatedly threatened by flooding. A system of glass barriers, anchored using fischer’s injection mortar FIS EM Plus in combination with fischer’s FIS A anchor rods, will protect St. Mark's Basilica from damage caused by tidal waves and flooding in the future.   In recent...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Fastener challenges in boating

11th June 2024

By Ian Parker, freelancer, ianparkerwriter@aol.com The UK is the greatest sailing nation on Earth and its boating and shipping history goes back thousands of years. For instance, yachting goes back hundreds of years and the Americas Cup actually started on the Solent, the strait between the Isle of Wight and the mainland of England, in 1861. Sailing is huge around the shores, and inland lakes,...

Offshore

A PFAS-free future

11th June 2024

NOF METAL COATINGS GROUP is already in the process of planning for the potential ban by the European Chemical Agency on PFAS based on REACh, with the company using it as an opportunity to align its technical requirements on a global scale and to establish rigorous guidelines for the development of a PFAS-free range – helping it build a more global and rational product offer. NOF METAL COATINGS...

Other Industries

A high-quality partnership

10th June 2024

CONFAST has been selected as an official eCommerce distributor of Simpson Strong-Tie products, offering its customers a comprehensive selection of Simpson Strong-Tie products including the Strong-Bolt® 2 anchors in zinc, mechanically galvanised, 304 and 316 stainless steel finishes. Simpson Strong-Tie is renowned for its innovative products and solutions that enhance the strength, safety and du...

Construction + Civil Engineering