Handwheels are commonly used to control machinery. Consisting of a circular, wheel-shaped design, they support left and right movements. Turning a handwheel to the right, for instance, may open a valve, whereas the same handwheel to the left may close … Read More

Choosing the right spring is important. Springs, of course, are energy-storing devices. They typically consist of wound coils that, when exposed to an external load, store the load’s energy while simultaneously exerting an equal opposing force. Some springs, however, have … Read More

Collar nuts are used in a wide range of workholding applications. Also known as flanged nuts, they are characterized by wide, protruding base. Known as a collar, this protruding base acts like a built-in washer. It distributes the clamping force … Read More

Ball knobs offer a simple and effective way to control machinery. They are characterized by a spherical, ball-shaped handle. Once connected to a piece of machinery, you can move the ball knob to perform a command. While ball knobs are … Read More

Hinges play an important role in many everyday objects. You can find them on doors, gates, cabinets, access panels, toolboxes, lids, medicine bottles, furniture and more. Hinges allow parts to rotate and swing open from an adjacent part. They typically … Read More

When shopping for spring plungers, you may notice that some of them feature a nylon patch. Spring plungers are spring-loaded indexing devices. They feature an internal compression spring that pushes against a nose or ball at the tip. Spring plungers … Read More

Peg board storage cabinets offer a versatile alternative to traditional “flat wall” cabinets. Like all storage cabinets, they consist of an enclosure with doors and shelves. You can use them to store tools, materials, hardware, office supplies, cleaning supplies and … Read More