The Importance of Sizing & Material Selection For Fasteners
When choosing a fastener for your application, it is critical to consider both the material and size of the fastener to ensure a sturdy...
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- Apr 26
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What Exactly is a Rivet?
A rivet is a mechanical, permanent fastener. Prior to installation, a rivet consists of a polished cylindrical shaft with a head at one...
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- Apr 18
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The Advantages of Avlock Hydrapac® Hydraulic Power Units
What is a Hydraulic Power Unit? The hydraulic power unit is the essential driving component of any hydraulic system. These units, which...
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- Mar 29
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Pneumatic Tools and Their Advantages
A pneumatic tool refers to a device that is powered by compressed air generated by an air compressor. Because pneumatic tools do not rely...
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- Mar 22
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Rivnuts / Blind Rivet Nuts
Rivnuts are versatile, threaded inserts that can be easily placed with a hand or pneumatic tool. Rivnuts are available in steel and...
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- Feb 22
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High-Strength Structural Fasteners
Avlock Structural fasteners are used in a variety of applications. These high-strength fasteners designed to provide superior shear and...
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- Feb 15
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Avlock International Structural Fasteners
Avlock Structural fasteners are used in a variety of applications. These high-strength fasteners designed to provide superior shear and...
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- Jan 25
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Our Extensive Range of Breakstem® Fastener Products (Part 2)
PLASTIC RIVETS Plastic rivets securely lock components in place and prevent pull-outs. Fastens plastic to plastic, metal, fibreglass and...
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- Jan 18
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Our Extensive Range of Breakstem® Fastener Products (Part 1)
MULTI-GRIP RIVET Multi-grip, aluminium alloy breakstem fasteners with a long and reliable track record, used in a wide range of...
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- Dec 13, 2022
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What Are Thread Lock Adhesives and How Do You Apply It?
While searching for the right fasteners, you may come across the phrase "thread lock adhesive" (also known as thread locking adhesive or...
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- Nov 29, 2022
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What is a Rivet and How Do They Work?
A rivet is a mechanical fastener that is permanent. A rivet is composed of a smooth cylindrical shaft with a head on one end prior to...
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- Nov 15, 2022
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The Importance of Fastener Hardness Versus Strength
There are times when minimum technical knowledge of how fasteners function is required when making a purchase. You will be able to...
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- Oct 25, 2022
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The Benefits of Using Rivet Nuts
There is a wide variety of fasteners available, and it is important to choose one that is suitable for the job at hand, meaning that it...
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- Oct 19, 2022
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The Importance of Fasteners In The Mining Industry
All mining operations, whether they include the extraction of metals, minerals, liquids, or gases, need the use of large-diameter,...
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- Oct 12, 2022
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What are Lockbolt Fasteners and How Do They Work?
A Lockbolt fastener is a two-piece fastener consisting of a hardened metal pin and a metal collar that swages into the grooves of the pin...
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- Oct 5, 2022
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Importance of Industrial Fasteners in the Aerospace Industry
The use of fasteners has become widespread in modern industries as a means of creating robust and aesthetically pleasing seams when...
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- Sep 29, 2022
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Can You Reuse Screws?
It seems like everyone is always on the lookout for new methods to reduce, reuse, and recycle. However, is it safe and beneficial to...
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- Sep 21, 2022
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What Are the Benefits of Lockbolt Fasteners?
When it comes to fasteners, lockbolts are very popularity. Lockbolts play an important role as fasteners in many industries, including...
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- Sep 13, 2022
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How And When to Use Washers Effectively
The use of washers is essential when working with fasteners. Many individuals, however, do not understand how to make effective use of...
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- Aug 24, 2022
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What You May Not Know About Stainless Steel Fasteners
Knowledge is power when it comes to making purchases, and this is especially true when it comes to stainless steel fasteners. This is...
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- Aug 18, 2022
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What Is Galvanic Corrosion and How Do You Prevent It?
Galvanic corrosion, also known as bimetallic corrosion, is an electrochemical process in which one metal preferentially corrodes when in...
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- Aug 11, 2022
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Fully and Partially Threaded Bolts: How to Choose
Choosing the right type of fasteners is an important consideration if you want to utilise them. Generally, most individuals will find...
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- Aug 4, 2022
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When To Use Bolts vs. Screws
Are you preparing for your next project? You must consider the materials and fasteners necessary for the project. Bolts and screws are...
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- Jul 28, 2022
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Investigating the Materials of Fasteners
Fasteners may be made from a broad variety of materials, ranging from the more common steel to the more exotic and specialised materials....
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