Consistency of critical joints is essential to ensuring product quality and safety, as incorrect tightening and torque checks can lead to product failure, resulting in costly rework. Because of this, Atlas Copco Tools and Industrial Assembly Solutions has developed the STRwrench Advanced to give manufacturers ‘real time’ quality assurance analysis of manual safety critical joints. Research by A...

The new fischer setting tool FXC 85 designed for direct installation speeds up and simplifies fastening in concrete, steel and other anchoring materials. The tool is the company’s first completely battery-operated setting tool. With its setting energy of 85 joules, this powerful tool can precisely place 15,000 fastenings per service interval – thus increasing maintenance efficiency. Powered by...

BRALO Group has recently added to its extensive range of tools with the BT-18N – a new battery operated tool for blind rivet nuts suitable for a variety of riveting applications, as well as offering great speed, power, durability and reliability.  Easily programmable and easy to maintain, the BT-18N riveting tool comes equipped with a battery, charger and easily interchangeable M3 to M10 nosepi...

Expanding on its innovative systainer® range, TANOS has introduced two new Systainer3 models, S 76 and S 147, specially designed for the storage of small parts on the construction site or in the workshop.  The new small parts cases S 76, measuring 76mm x 265mm x 171mm, and S 147, measuring 147mm x 265mm x 171mm, are ideal companions for use outside and offer enough space for a well assorted sel...

When it comes to fastening components in confined areas, it is important to have the right tool to hand. The versatile ratcheting spanner No 17F from STAHLWILLE has been specially designed to reach areas in these restricted work spaces. No 17F provides the user with the convenience of a conventional ratchet, which can tighten or loosen screws without the need to keep removing and reattaching th...

The new ½ inch drive power bar set from Laser Tools, featuring a 600mm non-ratcheting power bar with a flexible head, is the ideal solution to effortlessly loosen stubborn or corroded fixings. The set also includes three single-hex sockets (measuring 17mm, 19mm, and 21mm) and a 125mm long socket extension bar, all precision-made from strong, shock-resistant chrome-vanadium steel with a polished...

Here Dr Bill Eccles of Bolt Science addresses the challenges of tightening multiple bolts in a joint, as well as the effects this can have on the individual preloads within the group – a phenomenon known as elastic interaction. Most joints consist of several bolts and since these bolts are often not tightened simultaneously; tightening one bolt has an effect on the preload of other previously t...

The new BTW-Series battery torque wrench from Enerpac has been designed for fast set-up and speed during bolting applications, enabling operators to quickly move between bolting jobs, while achieving pinpoint torquing precision. Featuring an anti-slip pistol grip, as well as a trigger for sturdy control and operator comfort, the BTW-Series torque wrench uses a patented planetary gear with optim...

With more than 50 years of experience in fastening systems, Rivit has developed a range of specific solutions for the photovoltaic sector that includes consumables such as blind rivets, rivet nuts, bushings for panel ballasts, as well as special screws and tools for their installation, all designed to meet the needs of the energy sector. Popular consumables include blind rivets such as the Gtre...

E-Z Lok, a manufacturer and distributor of threaded inserts for metal, plastics and wood, has introduced the E-Z Press™ inserts, specially designed for post-moulding installation in either thermoset plastics or thermoplastics.  A slotted design with a diamond knurled outside diameter allows for ‘cold’ installation, which also enables optimum torque and pull-out resistance. Cold installation of...