Employee of the Month: Carmen Busch

Congratulations to Carmen Busch on being Emplyoee of the Month for September 2025!! Carmen has consistently gone above and beyond, bringing reliability, teamwork, and a positive attitude to everything she does. Her strong work ethic and willingness to help wherever … Read More

What Are Jackscrews and How Do They Work?

When shopping for fasteners, you may come across jackscrews. They look like ordinary bolts with an attached nut. Jackscrews, however, are able to lift objects while simultaneously creating space. For a better understanding of jackscrews and how they work, keep … Read More

Exploring Common Grip Shapes for Pull Handles

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

What Are Rest Buttons?

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

Thumb Nuts: Everything You Need to Know

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

The Benefits of Polyacrylate (ACM) O-Rings

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Draw Latches

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