There are many instances where fasteners are exposed to conditions that test their strength and durability. However, one of the most critical uses of fasteners is in military applications such as in aircraft, tanks, missile systems, and more. This means that military...
For more than 70 years, self-clinching hardware has been an invaluable tool when joining components to thin sheet metal. This technology is extremely versatile, with self-clinching fasteners including nuts, studs, spacers, and stand-offs. Once installed, these...
There are many different screws on the market, each designed for specific purposes. In the construction industry, along with many others, screws that create their own threads are widely used. However, there are two types of screws that are often confused with each...
For many industries, corrosion presents a significant challenge. According to the Electrochemical Society, corrosion is extremely dangerous and can threaten human life. For example, when metal components in bridges or roadways corrode, they can collapse. In...
In 1960, Electronic Fasteners opened its first office in Waltham, Massachusetts. Even in its infancy, the company enjoyed great success, posting profits in its first year before expanding to a new warehouse (greater than five times the first office’s size) five years...
Across many industries, there is a high demand for products that lessen the environmental impact of business processes. Especially in industries that rely on fasteners, there is a growing interest in environmentally friendly lubricants. The original introduction of...