Why Stainless Steel Heavy Hex Bolts Tend To Seize
Why Stainless Steel Heavy Hex Bolts Tend To Seize Some contractors and assemblers complain about stainless steel heavy hex bolts seizing during the tightening process. This happens with other stainless steel bolts as well, although galvanized heavy hex bolts do not seem to have the same problems. Frequent seizing is often a result of galling, […]
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Using a Neoprene Washer
Using A Neoprene Washer: The Pros & Cons Washers have a specific purpose when used with bolts in a standard application. Plain washers are installed to more evenly distribute load, spreading beyond the underside of the bolt head and past the nut face. A neoprene washer adds another level to this common purpose, although the design […]
Specialty Building Fasteners Needed For Cracked Concrete
The International Building Code released in 2006 states that structural anchors used in buildings must be designed using the “Ultimate Strength Design” method. In simple terms, this code ruling means that if conditions exist where concrete is likely to crack, any building fasteners used in that concrete must meet certain specifications. Cracked Concrete Causes Designers […]
Create a Finished Look With Modular Building Fasteners
Modular buildings represent a growing industry, with more residential, commercial and industrial buildings of this type being erected every year. The unique design and construction of modular structures allow for quick and affordable installation, while certain types of modular building fasteners provide the finished look building owners are looking for. Building Fasteners Used In Modular […]
Ask Your Fastener Distributor | Can I Reuse Nuts and Bolts?
Your fastener distributor is one of the best resources available to field questions regarding the safe and effective use of fasteners. When the time comes to dismantle and/or reassemble, the question of whether or not to reuse nuts and bolts tends to come up. Is it possible? Does your distributor recommend reusing products, and why […]
Ask the Fastener Distributor | Which Fasteners Deliver the Longest Assembly Life?
Machines contain very few fasteners in comparison with the other materials and components included, but OEMs rely heavily on those tiny parts. Are you searching for the most durable product to prolong assembly life? Your fastener distributor is available to help you choose from the wide range of fasteners commonly used on machinery. Common Choices […]
Why Heavy Hex Bolts Need to Be Tightened To Their Yield Strength
Certain limitations are placed on fasteners to ensure a safe and secure joint. Heavy hex bolts will come with a tested proof stress and yield strength, and two distinct figures represent a threshold that is important to overall fit. Experts will tell design engineers and workers that bolts of any kind need to be tightened […]
Fatigue Failure and Heavy Hex Bolts
Fatigue failure is a very real threat in many different applications. Heavy hex bolts need to be designed to withstand great amounts of both static and dynamic loads. But most experts will agree that bolt strength has as much to do with proper installation procedures as actual product design. Fatigue failure is more likely when […]
Fastener Distributor Advice | Thread Design and Fastener Failure
Fastener failure results in downtime and increased maintenance costs, two things businesses would rather avoid if possible. Your fastener distributor offers plenty of advice to help you choose products and materials that will reduce the occurrence of fastener failure. One rule of thumb not widely known outside of the fastener industry is that fine threads […]
Different Types of Tapping Screws Available Through Your Fastener Distributor
Tapping screws create mating threads as they are driven in, creating a tight fit. Your fastener distributor carries these hardened metal screws in various designs, including: Thread cutting designs Thread forming designs Thread swaging or rolling designs You’ll also find tapping screws in a wide range of heads and drives, with or without locking features. […]
Ask the Fastener Distributor | What Are the Different Locking Fasteners Available?
Your fastener distributor offers a wide variety of fasteners for every application. From a corrosion-resistant stainless steel hex bolt to a selection of dependable rackmount screws, this industry professional has what you need. But what about those special circumstances where a standard fit won’t cut it? What are the different types of locking fasteners available? […]
Ask the Fastener Distributor | How To Deal With Friction
Friction can be advantageous in an application or it can present a challenge. Your fastener distributor understands that the occurrence of friction only presents a problem after the development of high thread tension. At that point friction will present an obstacle to rotation. And it’s also at that point that you need to deal with […]
What Gets the Job Done Faster? Strong Building Fasteners Vs Durable Tools
Good contractors are focused on quality, but speed plays an important role in the process. Will strong building fasteners help installers get the job done quickly? Or are durable tools the better investment? Both represent an expense, but is one more valuable than the other? Should contractors be sure they are using top quality tools […]
Select the Right Grade With the Help of Your Fastener Distributor
In almost every application a fastener is used to clamp components together. There are the odd applications where a fastener needs to function as an axle or lever support, but for the most part fasteners act as clamps. When it comes to grade selection your fastener distributor is the best source of direction. They will […]
Quality Assurance Concerns Your Fastener Distributor Can Help With
Quality assurance is made up of systems and processes designed to check whether a product or service is meeting certain quality standards. It is most often done during the development or manufacturing stages, although in some instances quality assurance procedures take place while the product or service is in use. Your fastener distributor can help […]
Does the Length of Building Fasteners Play a Role In Reliability?
Steel bolts dependably react to the conditions of the application. For every 30,000 psi in tensile stress a steel bolt with be stretched out by 0.001 inches multiplied by the length in inches. Does this make the length of building fasteners a factor in reliability? Yes, it does. For example, if two bolts of the […]
Building Fasteners FAQ | What Do Fastener Markings Mean?
A typical structure uses a lot of building fasteners. And the designers and contractors working on the project use fastener markings to distinguish between each type and application. But what do those fastener markings mean? Basics of Markings Most bolt markings are found on the fastener head. They can be a combination of numbers and […]
How the Economy Is Affecting the Building Fasteners Industry
A stalled North American economy and gloomy conditions around the world have had an affect on every industry. The building fasteners industry is no exception, but you may be surprised to hear how those trends leave their mark in an industry that supports many others. Residential Construction Housing starts have been down during the first […]
Building Fasteners FAQ | Coarse Versus Fine Threads
Experts in the fastener industry often engage in a debate over which is better, fine threads versus coarse threads. There are pros and cons for each thread type and many professionals prefer building fasteners with a certain thread, as opposed to the other. Examine the differences and decide for yourself. Pros and Cons of Fine […]