Threaded Barrel Nuts Explained: LUG and Chimney Nuts
LUG nuts, threaded barrel nuts or chimney nuts are essential fasteners used in a variety of industrial and automotive applications. LUGS are basically a U-Nut with a threaded barrel chimney...
Fasteners
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Cage Nuts For Data Centers
Cage nuts are an essential fastener used to mount equipment in standard server racks in data centers. Cage nuts remain the universal standard across the industry because of their simplicity,...
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Weld Pins: Styles and Usages
Not every fastening challenge looks the same. Sometimes you're working in a tight corner. Sometimes you need a joint stronger than the metal around it. Sometimes appearance matters just as...
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Advance Introduces New Duplex Screw Design
Advance Components is pleased to announce an updated design of the Duplex Screw, building on years of proven performance in temporary construction applications. Known for its strength, reusability, and ease of...
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The Complete Guide to U-Nuts: Self-Retaining Fastening Solutions
U-Nuts, also known as U-shaped nuts or clip nuts, are revolutionary self-retaining fasteners that have transformed panel assemblies across industries. These innovative fastening solutions provide quick, reliable attachment of mating...
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What Are Socket Head Cap Screws? 7 Styles and Applications Guide
Socket head cap screws, also known as Allen head screws, hex socket screws, or socket cap screws, are specialized fasteners featuring cylindrical heads with recessed hexagonal drive holes. These high-strength...
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The Ultimate Guide to Cage Nuts
In the world of professional fastening solutions, cage nuts stand as one of the most versatile and reliable options for securing components to panels with square holes. Whether you’re building...
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Duplex Screws: The Ultimate Guide To The #1 Reusable Fastener
When it comes to temporary fastening solutions, Duplex Screws have revolutionized the construction and event industries. These innovative double-headed screws offer unmatched versatility, speed, and reusability compared to traditional duplex...
Tools
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Guide to AVK Rivet Tools
AVK Industrial pneumatic rivet installation tools have an ergonomic design that allows for ease of use and dependability. AVK/ARO rivet tools have a rocker style forward feature and a reverse...
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Blind Rivet To Rivet Tool Chart for Aerospace & Commercial Applications
A blind rivet to rivet tool chart can help you match the correct aerospace or commercial fastener to the proper installation tool. If you're working with a variety of manufacturers'...
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GOEBEL Rivet Guns: A Comparison
GOEBEL GO-RN1 and GO-RN2 rivet guns are used to install rivet nuts (also called rivnuts or nutserts), which are threaded fasteners that create strong, reusable threads in thin materials. Why They Are...
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Hose Clamp Pliers: The Complete Guide
Working with fluid systems requires precision, reliability, and the right tools. Whether you’re a professional mechanic, HVAC technician, or industrial maintenance worker, hose clamp pliers are essential for installing, removing, and...
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GOEBEL vs Gage Bilt | Cordless Rivet Gun Comparison
Cordless Rivet Gun Comparison: Cordless rivet guns are revolutionizing the fastening industry, offering portability, efficiency, and high performance in a variety of applications. Two highly competitive manufacturers of battery-powered tools...
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A Guide To FAR Rivet Nut Tools
When it comes to professional blind rivet nut installation, FAR rivet nut tools stand out as the gold standard for quality, precision, and reliability. With over 65 years of engineering excellence from...
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Solar Panel Installation Rivet Drivers
When it comes to efficiently installing rivets on solar panel arrays, portable and reliable Gage Bilt hydraulic rivet drivers are the best hydraulic rivets tools for solar panels. Gage Bilt...
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Showdown: Gage Bilt vs. Huck Rivet Tools
In the high-stakes world of industrial fastening, choosing the right rivet tool is paramount. Two leading contenders emerge: Gage Bilt and Huck. Both offer robust, reliable tools for tackling demanding...
Supply Chain
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Custom Bagging Solutions By Advance Components
Custom bagging, counting and kitting are cost-saving and time-saving services we offer to our customers and suppliers to improve efficiencies in their supply chain process. Utilizing state of the art...
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Why ISO certification is important for distributors
Many distributors may ask “Why be ISO certified?” The answer is simple. It’s all about the customer’s trust in the company, and the products they buy from that company. Advance...
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Digital Certifications for Fasteners
Some customers request a certification or “cert” when ordering fasteners and installation tools. There are many different types of “certs” that recognize a level of achievement related to a company,...
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Kitting – Turning Multiple SKUs Into One
Kitting – Hand Scale or Hand Count with Automated Bagging Systems Custom kitting, pick & pack services require finesse and a good eye. One common challenge many manufacturers and distributors...
