Walking into the fastener section of your local hardware and home center can be daunting! An entire aisle dedicated to nuts and bolts and screws with hundreds of drawers with a dozen compartments - each with a different screw, bolt, or nut. Having a working knowledge of...
Read moreTips to Follow on Marine Fasteners
When constructing marine equipment, the marine fasteners and materials that you choose to use and how you use them will play a vital role in the success of the project. Keep in mind that marine equipment is used at depths. So, clearly, there is little room...
Read moreHabits That Will Make Stainless Steel Fasteners Last Longer
While stainless steel is strong and corrosion resistant, the strata into which fittings and fasteners are anchored may not be as hardy. The best way to make your stainless steel fasteners last longer is to ensure that the fasteners find a stable, solid foundation. The next...
Read moreWhat Is Galvanic Corrosion and How Can It Be Prevented?
Marine construction specialists, boat builders, contractors, retailers, as well as hardware and industrial suppliers all need to be aware of galvanic corrosion and how it can best be avoided. We investigate below.
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Galvanic corrosion is essentially an electro-chemical process where two different metals or alloys...Cut Thread vs Rolled Thread Fasteners
If you are working with fasteners, it is a good idea to understand the difference between cut thread fasteners and rolled thread fasteners. Threads play a vital role in many fastener types including bent bolts, rods, headed bolts, and much more. To understand the difference between the...
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