What is Tensile Strength and Yield Strength in Externally Threaded Building...
Tensile strength and yield strength are two of the mechanical properties of externally threaded Building Fasteners such as Hex Cap Screws, Heavy Hex Bolts or Heavy Hex Screws. These factors help...
View ArticleDealing With Returns At Your Fastener Distributor
There will be times when the purchase order is incorrect, or the wrong product was shipped, or your needs have changed since the order was put through. Whatever the reason, you will likely need to...
View ArticleWhy Stainless Steel Heavy Hex Bolts Tend To Seize
Some contractors and assemblers complain about stainless steel heavy hex bolts seizing during the tightening process. This happens with other stainless steel bolts as well, although galvanized heavy...
View ArticleFastener FAQs | Hex Head Cap Screw Versus Socket Head Cap Screw
Manufacturers, assembly workers and maintenance staff work with many different fasteners, and many wonder about the ideal fastener for certain applications. A hex head cap screw functions much like a...
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Safely Remove A Damaged Hex Bolt In 5 Simple Steps!
In spite of the fact that a hex bolt is a very durable metal fastener, it can also be damaged easily if it is exposed to a lot of stress following the installation. Moreover, if the joints it connects...
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5 Quick Steps To Waterproofing The Under-Deck Storage Space
In spite of the fact that your deck is not high enough off the ground for you to consider using the space underneath as a storage area, the truth is the space constitutes an excellent location for...
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5 Safety Tips For Using Concrete Fasteners
Back in the days, fastening wood or metal to concrete was ineffective as homeowners had to employ improper nailing solutions, like wood plugs or hardened nails. Nowadays, as concrete became the most...
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7 Simple Water Drainage System Maintenance Tips
In the event that you constantly notice excessive dampness, cool temperatures, nasty smells and mold or mildew in your basement, then the most probable cause of your trouble is an improper water...
View ArticleTop 5 Common Reasons Why Your Kitchen Sink Sprayer Isn’t Working
Even though many homeowners take their kitchen sink sprayer for granted, they come to realize its importance when it’s not working properly. The good news is that a malfunctioning sink sprayer is very...
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7 Best Uses Of Small Fasteners In DIY Concrete Projects
In the event your home is due for renovations and you are forced to achieve your goal with a relatively small budget, then it’s time to test your crafting skills and try out several DIY projects. The...
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5 Things You Didn’t Know About The Common Screw
The screw is a fastener that features a helical ridge also known as threading wrapped around a cylinder and has a plethora of applications in everyday life. For instance, the main reason you can...
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An Overview Of The Fasteners Used In The Automotive Industry
While any engineer knows the specifications and torque required in automotive manufacturing, the crucial information regarding tightening is rather scarce. Given the high demands placed on today’s...
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Fastener Tips | Choosing The Fasteners For A Pressure Treated Wood Application
Due to their high resilience, resistance to the tannic acid present in wood and affordability, galvanized fasteners are the ideal choice in wooden furniture and other wood products applications. The...
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Top 5 Common Reasons Why Screws Come Loose
When it comes to maintenance, most people will focus mainly on the major tasks in order to prevent hefty expenses later on. However, what most of these people don’t know is that performing regular...
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Fasteners And Extreme Temperatures – Avoid Problems By Selecting The Right...
Only a few things can affect the properties of a material as much as heat and you only need to think of how your own body always regulates its temperature to realize the statement is true. The same...
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An Overview Of Nut And Bolt Compatibility
The importance of finding the nut material that will work well with your bolt cannot be stressed enough. Considering that these fasteners can be found in the critical parts of major appliances, car...
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A Contractor’s Guide To Selecting The Appropriate Drywall Screw Gun
At first glance, the drywall screw guns and the cordless drills could appear very similar to the untrained eye. However, any professional contractor will be able to tell that there are numerous...
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Taking Jammed Galvanized Screws Out Of Marine Equipment – 4 Simple Methods
Galvanized screws represent the fasteners of choice for numerous sections marine crafts of equipment parts, thanks to their high resilience to corrosion in this challenging environment. However, this...
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Are You Trying To Remove A Rusty Fastener?
Regardless of whether it’s found on a vehicle, a commercial equipment, industrial tool or even a system made of various types of steel and iron, rusty screws and nuts will inevitably cause delays....
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5 Frequently Used Fastener Head Styles And Their Applications
More often than not, you can identify a fastener based on four main characteristics, namely type, material, length and diameter. On a side note, if your project implies using machine thread fasteners,...
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