Supply Chain Disruption

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Global Certified Fasteners Has What You Need Amid The Fastener Supply Chain Disruption Almost two years into the global pandemic, many fastener companies throughout the United States continue to face supply challenges. Global shipping delays that began during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic have persisted, even worsening in some areas due to parked shipping containers, closed factories and a lack of truck drivers. Like many industries, the industrial fastener industry is not immune to […]

The Nuts and Bolts of Decoding Fastener Markings

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When deciding which fasteners would be best to use for a project, there are several ways to decode their grade. All fasteners come with specific markings to help determine material, make, and grade. Some small size fasteners will not be graded with a specified strength, but larger size fasteners and specialized fasteners are meant to meet specific strength requirements. When replacing a graded fastener, use a replacement the same grade or higher. Recognizing Bolts By […]

Guide to Fastener Drives

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A fastener drive is a set of shaped cavities and protrusions on the fastener head that allow for the use of a mating tool, such as a screwdriver, to apply torque. Understanding a drive’s purpose and the differences between drives will help you decide which style you should choose for your specific project. Slot This drive has a single horizontal indentation in the fastener head and is driven by a “common blade” or flat-bladed screwdriver.  […]

Selecting The Appropriate Fasteners For High-Temperature Applications

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Fasteners need to perform reliably in all applications. It’s important to be aware of the factors that can affect that performance, particularly in high heat situations. Utilizing the wrong fasteners under high heat can cause weakening, disintegration or even vaporization.  Bolts can be made of a variety of materials, including carbon steel, alloy steel and stainless steel, but high-temperature applications call for iron, nickel and chromium-based alloys.   This awareness of fastener selection for high-heat applications […]

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What You Should Know About Coarse vs. Fine Threads

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  When it comes to fasteners, threads are key. Threads determine how well fastener components (like nuts, bolts and screws) hold materials and machines together, and maintain their integrity over time. The two main types of threads are coarse and fine, and while both types have their advantages and appropriate uses, coarse threads typically win in our book. Read on to learn the basics of these two types of threads and when you might consider […]