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Fasteners for White Goods (large appliances) are often never seen but are vital in holding power and performance. “White Goods” are typically dishwashers, stoves, washing machines and dryers, and other appliances that used to be manufactured in the color white, when...
We are gearing-up for an exciting new year of Fastener Industry Events in 2022! The Advance Team is so excited to meet with our suppliers and customers face-to-face at events held by regional associations and national event exhibitions. It's a great way to introduce...
To Drill or to Hammer? That is the Question Duplex Screws and Duplex Nails are flanged-head or double-headed fasteners that are often used to build temporary structures such as braces, scaffolding and concrete formwork. They are designed to be easily removed,...
These are not your typical hose clamps. Worm drive hose clamps are highly engineered for heavy duty applications. They are called worm drive clamps in reference to the helical-threaded screw or worm gear that is housed inside the clamp. When the installer turns the...
"Speed Nuts” are one-piece spring steel fasteners that were developed and manufactured by Tinnerman Products, Inc. Today they are simply called spring steel fasteners as the “Speed Nut” name is not used that much anymore. They were called “Speed Nuts'' because they...
Often customers have to cross identify fasteners which can be frustrating and time consuming. But the rewards of finding that perfect alternate or similar part is rewarding. Sometimes it is hard to know where to begin searching for that ideal replacement part, but at...
When it comes to choosing tools for installing commercial blind rivets, the choices can be confusing and expensive. Different fasteners require a tool and a nose assembly that will work together to create a secure connection. Gage Bilt manufactures a variety of...
Have you ever seen the book Things Come Apart: A Teardown Manual for Modern Living by Tom McLellan? It’s a book of objects dismantled and photographed beautifully. It’s also a book that shows you that fasteners are in everything. From a bicycle to a snowblower,...
There are two types of cap style Push-On fasteners that are used in industrial applications - one-piece metal top hats and two-piece plastic caps. Both styles are used to hide unattractive stud ends, and provide an aesthetically pleasing end cap. Cap style Push-Ons...