Gaskets are commonly used to seal spaces and prevent leaks. They are found at the mating surfaces of parts. When two or more parts meet, fluids or gases may leak out of these mating surfaces. Gaskets, however, create an airtight … Read More

Nuts are commonly used to hold parts together. They are attached to the threaded shank of a bolt. The bolt is initially placed through a predrilled hole in the parts, after which a nut is twisted onto the shank. As … Read More

It’s frustrating when you install a new door hinge, only to discover that the door will no longer fully open or close. Door hinges should facilitate a smooth opening and closing action. If you encounter resistance, you may be dealing … Read More

Drawer slides make it easy to open and close drawers. Also known as drawer runners, they are metal rails on which drawers glide. Some drawer slides, however, can handle more weight than others. There are drawer slides with a load … Read More

Oil seals play an important role in many machines and industrial equipment. Oil is commonly used as a lubricant. It reduces friction so that machinery parts can move more smoothly and with less resistance. Leaks, however, can result in the … Read More

Solar panels offer a renewable source of power for homeowners and business owners alike. Consisting of flat cells — typically silicon-based cells — they convert sunlight into electricity. Exposure to sunlight will release electrons from within the panels’ semiconductor material, … Read More

Ball plungers offer a reliable solution for indexing and positioning applications. By default, they remain in a closed position. When pressed against a part, however, ball plungers will retract. With their spring-loaded retraction mechanism, ball plungers can position and lock … Read More