Employee of the Month: Janette Fisher

Janette recently took over the key role of managing her location’s supply chain. This was a tough role to fill before COVID but Janette has excelled even with the newly added difficulties. Janette has been on point with the One … Read More

5 Benefits of Using Hex Keys

Not all fasteners require the use of a screwdriver to install or remove. There are different types of fasteners. While fasteners with a slotted or Philips head typically require a screwdriver, those with a hexagonal recess only require a hex … Read More

The Beginner’s Guide to Torsion Springs

Springs have been around for centuries. In the 15 century, they were used to create door locks as well as mechanical clocks. Over the years, however, springs have evolved into a variety of different types, one of which is torsion. … Read More

What Is a Butt Hinge? The Basics of Butt Hinges and How They Work

Hinges are one of the most common types of mechanical bearings. As you may know, they are used to provide a limited angle of rotation between two objects. Hinges consist of two leafs and a knuckle. A pin is inserted … Read More

How to Choose Magnetic Catches

Are you looking to buy magnetic catches? There’s no denying the fact that magnetic catches are a convenient latching mechanism. You can use them to open and close electronic enclosures, cabinets, drawers, vehicle components and other objects. All magnetic catches … Read More

Top 5 Benefits of Using Arrow Ties

Have you heard of arrow ties? As shown in the adjacent photo, they are arrow-shaped ties. You can use them to quickly secure bags, cables or other objects together. Arrow ties feature teeth along the shaft. After wrapping an arrow … Read More

What Is an Encapsulated O-Ring?

O-rings are essential to protecting machinery parts from leaking. They consist of a donut-shaped seal that’s placed between the mating surface of two parts. With an O-ring, fluids and gases can travel between the two parts without leaking. Some O-rings, … Read More