PEM self-locking fasteners with a nylon insert provide a reusable, nonmetallic prevailing torque thread lock that prevents threaded mating hardware from loosening due to vibration or other application ...
Self-clinching fasteners were designed almost 70 years ago as way to attach components to thin sheet metal and ensure the connection would withstand hard tugs and torque loads. They are also useful ...
Available in steel, stainless steel, or aluminum, the PEM line of self-clinching fasteners provide permanent threads in metal sheets as thin as 0.51 mm and are too fragile for tapping. The fasteners ...
Screws are designed with their intended materials in mind. Although it’s possible to use a drywall screw with a piece of wood, that doesn’t always mean it’s the best decision. There are multiple ...
Clinching is a sheet metal joining process that has been used for decades. It offers a fast, clean way to join metal parts without welding or screws. In this article, we share clinching 101 knowledge ...