Any type of construction material needs to be able to withstand a number of elements, including chemicals, the weather conditions, and of course, the temperature. Not all materials are created equal. And, depending on the type of material that your fastener is made of, the temperature can...
Read moreHow To Choose Between Fully & Partially Threaded Bolts
Choosing between fully threaded bolts and partially threaded bolts is a little more complicated than simply choosing a bolt that’s the right size for the hole you are working with. The type of bolt you choose needs to suit the application of purpose of the fastener and...
Read moreStainless Steel Fasteners: What You Should & Shouldn’t Do
There’s always a list of dos and don’ts when you want to do things right. It works much the same when it comes to selecting and working with a range of stainless steel fasteners. There’s much to be considered before you can buy the nuts, bolts, rivets,...
Read moreIs it okay to use a mild steel nut with a high tensile bolt?
With the latest fasteners on the market, it’s common to see nut thickness standards based on the bolts that they support. This is done because bolts are designed to manage a tensile fracture before the nut strips. The question of whether it’s okay to use a milt...
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