Pull handles are found in warehouses, construction sites, homes, vehicles and other environments. As you may know, they allow people to open and close objects, such as doors and panels. The way a handle is shaped, however, can affect its … Read More

While easy to overlook, rest buttons play an important role in the manufacturing industry. These simple, hardened supports are used to hold parts steady and in the right place. By providing a reliable point of contact, they help keep workpieces … Read More

Nuts are commonly used to secure the ends of threaded fasteners. When joining two or more parts with a bolt, for instance, you may want to use a nut. You can drive the bolt through the parts, after which you … Read More

Polyacrylate (ACM) O-rings have become increasingly popular in recent years. Consisting of polymerized ester and a curing monomer, they are used in the automotive and aerospace industries. Like all O-rings, ACM O-rings are designed to contain fluids and gases so … Read More

Fastening systems are used in a wide range of commercial and consumer products. Among the many types of fastening systems is the draw latch. They stand out for their simplicity and ease of use. Draw latches don’t require any special … Read More

Standoffs are more than just threaded fasteners. While they feature threads to connect threaded objects, they act as spacers as well. From printed circuit boards (PCBs) and motherboards to signs and panels, many products use them to separate their individual … Read More

Stainless steel is prized for its unique combination of strength and durability. It’s roughly 2.5 times heavier than aluminum and boasts a higher tensile strength and shear strength. At the same time, stainless steel features a layer of chromium oxide … Read More