Ensuring Safety In Medical Equipment

Ensuring Safety In Medical Equipment

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Emergency Care Research Institute (ECRI), “An estimated 550 to 650 surgical fires happen every year in U.S. operating rooms.” It may surprise you to learn that many of these fires are preventable. Prevent fires, hazards, malfunctioning or failing equipment, and errors by ensuring that your […]

Types of Screw Heads and How to Select the Right One

Types of Screw Heads and How to Select the Right One

The concept of the screw can be traced back to around 200 BC. Since then, there have been significant advancements, and different screw head types have been introduced. Today, screw heads are classified under two broad categories — countersunk screw heads and non-counter sunk screw heads. The selection of a screw head should be determined by […]

The Architecture of Shoulder Bolts and Their Applications in Different Industries

The Architecture of Shoulder Bolts and Their Applications in Different Industries

Shoulder bolts are unique fasteners, partly because of their different designs and also because of their exceptional uses in different industries. While other custom fasteners are used to hold different parts together in a firm and rigid position, shoulder screws facilitate movement of mounted parts. Custom shoulder bolt options vary in shoulder diameter and shoulder-length […]

5 Reasons Why You Should Use Custom Fasteners in Your Manufacturing Process

5 Reasons Why You Should Use Custom Fasteners in Your Manufacturing Process

Screw manufacturing has improved drastically since 1928 when the National Screw Thread Commission came up with a uniform standard for screw threads for interchangeability. Before then, screws had to be handmade and it was difficult to achieve uniformity. Fast forward to today, we have more custom screws and custom fastener options than we would ever […]

Guide to Captive Fasteners

Guide to Captive Fasteners

Captive fasteners play a crucial role in the production of products and goods. There are more than 200 billion micro fasteners used in the U.S. each year. Here’s everything you need to know about a captive fastener. Check out our EZ Screw Builder to build your custom screw! What is a Captive Screw? A captive fastener is […]

The Captive Screw and More: A Look at Custom Screws

The Captive Screw and More: A Look at Custom Screws

Whether you are working on a small house chore or a major industrial project, the screws used in executing the work will matter. Your project may require a custom captive screw, or it may require custom screws. You may need small screws; and if that is the case, your options range from micro screws to […]

5 Qualities to Look Out For in a Good Screw Manufacturer

5 Qualities to Look Out For in a Good Screw Manufacturer

Manufacturing industries rely on custom fasteners in the design and production of different products. Custom screws and custom fasteners are key in ensuring that all parts of your product are tightly-held in place even when under heavy usage. Custom fasteners are utilized in construction, electronics, medical devices, agriculture, transportation, and automotive industries. Check out our EZ Screw […]

3 Types of Captive Fasteners You Need to Know

3 Types of Captive Fasteners You Need to Know

The concept of the screw has existed as far back as around 200 B.C. Today, there are many types of captive fasteners that can be useful for a variety of functions. Knowing about some of them can help you decide what to use in certain situations. Here are a few different types of captive fasteners […]

Things to Consider Before Choosing Industrial Fastener Solutions

Things to Consider Before Choosing Industrial Fastener Solutions

Approximately 200 billion fasteners are used in America annually. They come in different shapes, sizes and are made from different materials, which makes them suitable for different applications. It is, therefore, critical to be mindful of the fastener options you choose for your valves and the equipment you use for chemical processes. Check out our […]

4 Reasons Why Captive Fasteners Are Widely Accepted and Used

4 Reasons Why Captive Fasteners Are Widely Accepted and Used

Conventional screws and nuts have been used for many years in the computer and telecommunications sectors. These fasteners were popular for attaching electronic equipment from panels to racks. Captive screws took over the market a few decades ago and gained more favor than the traditional nuts, screws, and bolts. Check out our EZ Screw Builder […]