The pros and cons of stainless steel versus plain steel fasteners come up all the time when we discuss which type of fastener is best suited for a client’s application. They’re both reliable, hard-working alloys and they both have certain jobs for which they are...
Heat treatment is a general metallurgical term that encompasses the process of heating and cooling metals to change their physical and mechanical properties without changing shape. It’s safe to say that most heat treating is done to strengthen metals, but heat...
Bolts are made using different materials, thread types, coatings, various classes of fit, and multiple grades. Bolt grades indicate the strength of a bolt, which is important when selecting a fastener so you can be sure the bolt is strong enough for the job. The...
