When shopping for a compression spring, you may come across some unfamiliar terms, one of which is solid height. Compression springs, of course, are energy-storing devices consisting of helical coils. They are designed to become shorter under a load. When … Read More

Congrats to Travis Alden on being Employee of the Month for August 2024! We are excited to announce that Travis has been recognized as our Employee of the Month! Since joining Sattler Inc. in 2015, Travis has been a shining … Read More

Swing door locks offer a convenient latching solution for swing doors. They are designed for use on doors that swing inward or outward. Also known as swing doors, they are commonly found in residential and commercial buildings alike. There are … Read More

Not all magnets are the same. While they all produce an invisible field that attracts and repels other magnets — depending on the orientation of the poles — they are available in different types. Permanent magnets, for instance, are characterized … Read More

Adjustable handles offer a convenient and effective tightening solution. Once installed, you can grab and turn them to tighten the machine or equipment with which they are used. Turning an adjustable handle clockwise will result in a tightening action, whereas … Read More

When shopping for hinges, you may come across flag hinges. Also known as double-acting hinges, they are commonly used on doors and gates. Once installed, flag hinges will allow the door or gate to swing open. Unless you’ve used them … Read More

Lockwashers offer an easy and effective way to protect fasteners from vibration-related loosening. Over time, vibrations can cause nuts and bolts to loosen. Lock washers, however, feature teeth that grip to prevent loosening. As you tighten the bolt or nut, … Read More