Monthly Archives: May 2019

Fastener Materials: Understanding Alloys

Fastener Materials: Understanding Alloys

Fasteners have come a long way since the 200 B.C. concept of the screw; not only have we been able to establish a standard for screw threads for interchangeability (before 1928, screws had to be made by hand), but we have discovered and made metals stronger than ever before. These different types of alloys play vital […]

The Components Of Shoulder Bolts

The Components Of Shoulder Bolts

More than 200 billion fasteners are used every year in the United States. The sizes, shapes, and types of fastener options are staggering: from miniature screws to three-inch-long bolts and all the custom options in between, it’s impossible to truly comprehend all the ways they can be used in our lives. Check out our EZ […]