Fastener News Archive

Maintaining aesthetic in timber construction

23rd November 2023

Simpson Strong-Tie, a leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, has introduced the Simpson Strong-Tie® HSKP™ heavy seated knife plate, a high-capacity, welded concealed beam hanger for mass timber structures designed to meet heavy loads while providing a hidden-connector, wood-only design aesthetic. Engineered specifically to meet some of the heaviest mass timber beam l...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Specially designed adhesive for metal bonding

23rd November 2023

Adhesives specialist Intertronics has recently introduced SCIGRIP® SG800 to its range of materials. SCIGRIP® SG800 High Temperature MMA Methyl Methacrylate Adhesive is a two component structural adhesive specially designed for bonding metals, as well as composites and plastics, in automotive, rail and component manufacturing applications, among others. Designed to withstand temperatures up to...

Rail

Delivering innovative tool storage

22nd November 2023

With a heightened demand for tool storage options, Snap-on continues to innovate its cart offering with a range of dimensions, drawer configurations, and hundreds of colour and trim combinations so technicians have what they need, no matter the job. Mobile tool storage carts are a versatile, more compact solution for technicians at every stage of their career, combining mobility, durability, a...

Other Industries

Hilti launches new and improved version of exoskeletons

22nd November 2023

Hilti has launched a new and improved version of its innovative wearable EXO-O1 skeleton, the EXO-S, offering relief for above shoulder level tasks and with broad suitability across many applications. Designed and produced in conjunction with Ottobock Industrials, the updated skeleton features an even more inclusive design able to fit a more diverse range of bodies, with additional support and...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Versatile, compact electric screwdriver launched

21st November 2023

A new and compact, versatile electric screwdriver, part number 7985, has been introduced to the market by UK hand tool company Laser Tools. The company believes the new tool will change perceptions about electric screwdrivers, with the new product designed to meet the diverse needs of both professionals and DIY enthusiasts. Laser Tools’ new screwdriver has a compact and comfortable design, whic...

Automotive

Components with a new meaning to ‘hygiene’

21st November 2023

Maximum cleanability and hygiene of the equipment and environment are the main requirements in the food processing sector where risk of contamination must be reduced for human health and safety. To best facilitate industry cleanliness, Elesa offers its Hygienic Design line, allowing cleaning operations which can be carried out faster via the company’s ‘Clean in Place’ concept. Almost everywhere...

Other Industries

Supporting HVACR technicians, plumbers and pipefitters

20th November 2023

DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand and leader in total jobsite solutions, has recently announced its new DEWALT 20V MAX Compact Press Tool, along with several new jaw and ring press attachments for plumbers, pipefitters, and HVACR technicians. “This new tool represents the next generation of pressing technology from DEWALT,” said Justin Burke, product manager, Stanley Black & Decke...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Vossloh a finalist for German Sustainability Award

20th November 2023

Vossloh has been chosen as a finalist for the German Sustainability Award 2023 and is one of the companies from the mobility and logistics sector that can hope to be awarded the coveted prize. The award honours companies that have made a special contribution within their industry to spreading the transformation to more sustainability.  In cooperation with the German Chamber of Industry and Comm...

Rail

Improving safety for food applications

17th November 2023

For packaging manufacturers, the need to use a range of different heat seal coatings to ensure optimal performance and safety can add considerable cost and complexity to production, supply chains and inventories. With the most recent addition to its Loctite brand, Henkel is helping to combat these issues. With the development of Loctite Liofol HS 1181, Henkel is helping brands and manufacturer...

Other Industries

Secure anchors at extreme heights

17th November 2023

Drilling and setting anchors in the lofty heights of the Alpine mountain landscape – this is one of the extreme tasks of the youth climbers of the German Alpine Club (JDAV) Baden-Württemberg. In July of this year, the JDAV experts used fischer heavy-duty fastenings made of steel and chemical anchors to renovate a climbing garden on the Gotthard massif.  In the course of this, five additional ro...

Construction + Civil Engineering