Gaskets are one of the most common types of mechanical seals. You can find them in automotive engines, air conditioning (AC) systems, fuel tanks and manufacturing machines. Like all mechanical seals, gaskets are designed to protect against leaks. They create … Read More

Magnets are often characterized as either soft ferrite or hard ferrite. Both soft ferrite and hard ferrite magnets are typically made of a ceramic material. That’s why they are known as “ferrites.” Ferrites are magnetic compounds consisting primarily of iron … Read More

Have you heard of loose joint hinges? Like all hinges, they are used to create a limited angle of rotation between two objects. You can install them on doors, cabinets, gates and other objects. All hinges are mechanical bearings that … Read More

Does your business have a commercial walk-in cooler or other cold-storage space? If so, you may want to buy a refrigeration lock for it. Refrigeration locks aren’t ordinary locks. As their name suggests, they are heavy-duty locks that are designed … Read More

Have you heard of transfer molding? Along with compression, injection and liquid molding, it’s one of the most common types of molding processes used in the manufacturing industry. Manufacturing companies use transfer molding to produce a variety of parts and … Read More

Have you heard of retractable plungers? Like all plungers, they are commonly used for workpiece positioning applications. To position a workpiece, you can use a plunger. While all plungers are used for this purpose, retractable plungers feature a unique design … Read More

Not all screws have a Phillips or flat head. Some of them have a circular-shaped head with a hexagonal drive type. Known as button socket cap screws, they can be driven into and out of objects using a hex key. … Read More