Talking Torque
Earlier this year, Boeing uncovered issues with improperly torqued bolts on the landing gears and wing ribs of their new 737 Max jets. This discovery […]
Why Fastener Coatings Matter
Selecting the right coating for your fasteners is not a decision to be taken lightly. The coating affects several key factors that not only affect the functionality of the fastener, but […]
Melfast Partners with Behringer Hangers and Clamps
This is why we’re excited to announce Melfast’s role as a direct distributor of Behringer clamps, pipe clamps, industrial pipe supports, and heavy duty pipe hangers and supports. The Behringer brand […]
Rivets: Strength in Small Packages
The Titanic, a ship once hailed as unsinkable, met its fate in the icy waters of the North Atlantic. The iceberg became infamous as the cause of the disaster. But the real culprit behind […]
Advantages of Modern Deck Screws in Building Durable Decks
Deck screws may be the unsung heroes of the fastener world. They can withstand just about any type of environmental challenge you throw at them. […]
How To Choose Ideal Fasteners For Valve Applications
All types of fasteners are used in numerous industries throughout the world. But with all of the fasteners to choose from, how do you know which to use? There are specific fasteners for valve applications. But there's […]
What You Need to Know About Railroad Fasteners
There are few people in the world today who haven't seen a train rumbling down the tracks. Even with trains that are on the "small" side, imagine the stress that railroad components must be exposed to every single day! Add […]
What Kind Of Fasteners Are Needed For Solar Panel Installations?
How do solar panels work? They allow particles of light (photons) to help break electrons loose from atoms. That is, of course, overly simplified. Photovoltaic cells are small units that assist in this process. They generate the flow of electricity and heat.
Understanding The Use Of Fasteners On 3D Printed Parts
A 3D printed design for a large configuration requires proper fastening of the smaller components forming an assembled structure that is basically used as a hardware prototype. There are a few different ways of fastening the pieces and it’s important to understand the use of suitable fasteners on 3D printed parts.
Mistakes You Should Avoid When Using Stainless Steel Fasteners
The use of stainless steel fasteners is quite popular because of their excellent corrosion-resistant and recyclable properties. They offer resistance against any level of usage severity and have great load-bearing characteristics in both hot and cold weather. However, if these fasteners are not handled properly; it may bring damage to the entire setup. Here are few mistakes you certainly cannot afford to make when using stainless steel fasteners.
How You Can Save Money On Aircraft Nuts And Bolts
There are various kinds of fasteners available for application in numerous industries and they differ in dimension, durability, robustness, pull-out strength, shear-capacity, corrosion-resistance and many other factors that go into manufacturing a certain type of fastener for particular equipment. Speaking of which, the aviation industry utilizes parts that meet the safety standards recommended by the relevant body, and in order to fit those parts firmly to tolerate a huge amount of stress, the fasteners such as aircraft nuts and bolts play the vital role.
Good Habits That Will Make Stainless Steel Fasteners Last Longer
Stainless steel fasteners may be an economically apt option that offer outstanding anti-corrosion properties, but that doesn’t mean they are not going to corrode or cost you anything extra in the long run. Improper habits employed by casual operators can sometimes break down a properly-maintained framework. You need to educate the employees with good habits that preserve long-lasting characteristics of the stainless steel fasteners.
Fastener Recycling Options You Can Explore
An astonishing amount of metallic waste is created by the industries in the form of fasteners. The household wastes also do not help the cause. It’s our prime responsibility to exert a positive impact on the environment by reusing and recycling anything that poses threat, let alone be the fasteners. Landfill disposal is not the ideal solution for toxic materials, and there’s a need to have proper fastener recycling practices in action; some of which are listed below.
Avoid Overdriving Your Fasteners To Maintain Shear Capacity
The technology behind driving the fasteners into their slots has drastically improved right from the age of screw drivers to cordless drills. In today’s modern era, automatic machines have made it easier to carry out fastening operations without dealing with much disorientation. However, driving the screws into their holes with millimeter precision requires practice and skill of the operator. Overdriving the fasteners can reduce the pull-out strength and shear capacity by 5-22%, depending upon the extent to which the nail is overdriven.
What is Galvanic Corrosion?
The scientific definition of galvanic corrosion describes it as an electrochemical process in which two different metals or alloys come in electrical contact with each other in the presence of an electrolyte under the conditions of a corrosive environment, which leads to relative corrosion of both the materials in contact.
Are You Constantly Experiencing Loose Screws?
Repair services are less called for, if maintenance of any sort of equipment is done on a routine basis with a simply outlined procedural approach that keeps a check on small things such as loosening of screws and other fasteners that hold the structure firmly. Not only does it save cost on future repairs, but also ensure there is no long term damage taking place. So if you have been frequently experiencing loose screws in the recent past, you should know the actual reasons behind it!
Tips On Heat Treating Fasteners
The heat treatment process employs cooling and heating operations applied on alloys or metals in the solid state of matter. Fasteners are subjected to application of heat in order to achieve desired alteration in rigidity, smoothness, malleability and material strength. The microstructure of the metal parts is altered by the process of annealing to ease off the manufacturing operation.
Do You Need Fasteners For Mounting Solar Panels?
Solar panels absorb the sun’s rays and use them to create a source of energy which leads to generation of heat and electricity. These can either be installed on the roof or in an open ground which receives direct sunlight. The most vital thing is the tilt of the panel, so that the surface can be exposed to maximum rays.
The Use Of Anti-Seize Technology When Using Screws
The correct use and longevity of any fastener often depends on many factors. One of the most important of these is the quality of the anti-seize technology used in putting them in place. It is common to find that most people don’t even know that anti seize compounds are needed during fastening, but you will definitely need it when putting in place aluminum socket screws or Inconel socket head cap screws in place if you want to have an easy time with them.
Benefits Of Metric Fasteners Over Imperial Ones
When you are interested in buying fasteners for any reason, one of the things you may need to consider is whether to get the metric ones or the imperial ones. In a nutshell, whether you get the metric or imperial fasteners is simply a matter of preference. The imperial fasteners are those whose dimensions are measured using imperial units of measurement, and the metric ones are those that are measured using the metric units.