Fastener News Archive

New epoxy for medical device applications

23rd August 2023

The latest addition to the company’s range of adhesives, Master Bond EP40TCMed is a two part, room temperature curing epoxy system that meets the requirements of ISO 10993-5 for non-cytotoxicity. It is thermally conductive, electrically non-conductive and can be utilised as an adhesive or sealant in various medical and wearable device applications.  According to Master Bond, this toughened epox...

Other Industries

Drill bits to get users out of tight spots

23rd August 2023

C.K Tools has launched what it describes to be the shortest fluted wood bits on the market. The Fast4Access drill bits, measuring 80mm in length, will allow users to drill through wood to create clean and fast holes in limited space. Designed for tight corners, smaller joists, and jobs where a smooth run is critical Fast4Access promises fast, tidy results when drilling into wood. C.K states the...

Construction + Civil Engineering

Bonding with sustainability

22nd August 2023

Lohmann, the German high-tech adhesive tape specialist, is renowned for its multifunctional bonding solutions for various industries and applications. Over its more than 170 year history, the company has developed many innovative products and technologies, which at the same time take sustainability aspects into account.  In recent years, Lohmann GmbH & Co KG has taken significant measures t...

Other Industries

Fuel pump wrench special designed for Audi cars

22nd August 2023

New from Laser Tools is a fuel pump wrench specially designed for the in-tank mounted fuel pumps on Audi A4 models ranging from 2002 to 2004 and A6 models spanning 1990 to 2004. Engineered to effortlessly remove and refit these in-tank pumps, with its ½ inch drive compatibility, the fuel pump wrench seamlessly integrates with existing socketry, enabling swift and effective fuel pump maintenance...

Automotive

New three-edged drill with new coating technology

21st August 2023

Walter is expanding its DC183 Supreme product family with the addition of a new, powerful drill – the Walter Xtreme Evo 3. With three cutting edges and the innovative Krato·tec™ coating technology, the new series offers a reliable alternative for steel production and cast-iron components. It can also be used for aluminium, if required. Walter states that Krato·tec™, the AlTiN multi-layer coati...

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Precise dispensing with new Structalit® adhesive

21st August 2023

Panacol has recently announced its new Structalit® 5604 adhesive, which will be presented to the market for the first time at BondExpo in October. It is an extremely fast-curing adhesive which was specifically developed for bonding SMDs to printed circuit boards. The adhesive is based on epoxy resin and is, despite its high viscosity, suitable for jet application. Structalit® 5604 is a one com...

Electrical + Electronics

Pandrol’s products receive SNCF approval

18th August 2023

Pandrol, a leader in innovative rail infrastructure solutions, has announced that its CD100 and CD100 B rail fastening systems have received official approval from SNCF, the French national railway company. This endorsement from SNCF further solidifies Pandrol‘s position as a trusted provider of high-quality and reliable railway products. The SNCF approval highlights the high-performance and re...

Rail

Corporate sustainability in 2023: Move fast and fix things

18th August 2023

By Sytze Dijkstra, Netherlands country manager, Simply Sustainable The past few years have been pivotal for corporate sustainability, the topic has firmly established itself high on the agenda of many businesses – even against the backdrop of a turbulent economy and cost of living crisis. The UN climate conference in Glasgow, UK, in December 2021, was a major milestone. For the first time, the...

Other Industries

Dismantle precisely and quickly

17th August 2023

When repairing the engine or chassis, removing components that need to be replaced or components that impede access is often a time-consuming affair. For quick, precise and damage-free dismantling of discs, wheels or ball bearings, HAZET has now added a new range of two-arm quick-release pullers, which are characterised by their high variability and material quality. The high-strength forged g...

Automotive

New tools fasten hundreds of rivets per charge

17th August 2023

DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand and leader in total jobsite solutions, today announced new 20V MAX XR® Brushless Cordless 3/16 inch and 1/4 inch Rivet Tools for fastening aluminium, steel, and stainless-steel blind rivets. Designed to maximise productivity, the DEWALT Cordless Rivet Tools are light weight yet powerful and feature tool-free nose piece changes for ease of use in prefa...

Construction + Civil Engineering