by E&T Fastener Components | May 13, 2023 | General
Plastic fasteners offer several advantages in various applications. Here are some reasons why you might consider using plastic fasteners: Corrosion resistance: Unlike metal fasteners, plastic fasteners are generally resistant to corrosion. This makes them suitable for...
by Fastener Components | May 5, 2023 | General
What are tamper proof fasteners? Tamper proof fasteners are also known as security fasteners and tamper resistant fasteners, depending on their design. They have been created to prevent theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry, as well as intentional malfunction,...
by E&T Fastener Components | Apr 26, 2023 | General
Let’s look at each of these common examples of fasteners and break them down a bit further. Screws– Screw fasteners are one of the handiest types of fasteners out there. Their threaded shafts give them a strong holding power, and unlike a bolt, they don’t...
by E&T Fastener Components | Apr 21, 2023 | General
The most common fasteners are snaps, self-gripping devices, and hooks and eyes. The fasteners used will depend on the fabric, the type of garment, the position and type of opening, the amount of stress the fastener will experience, and the effect you want to create....
by E&T Fastener Components | Apr 14, 2023 | General
Non-threaded plastic fasteners are generally classified by product families and include rivets, washers, pin fasteners, quick-operating fasteners, retaining rings, inserts, spacers, clips, harnesses, clamps, wire bundlers and ties, snap inserts, and grommets. Plastic...
by E&T Fastener Components | Apr 4, 2023 | General, Plastic Fastener News, Plastic Manufacturing
Manufacturers now offer direct sales channels to reach their buyers The industrial distribution landscape has changed tremendously over the last several decades. Historically, product manufacturing companies were in the business of ‘making’ their...
by E&T Fastener Components | Mar 24, 2023 | General, Plastic Fastener News
What is thread galling? Let’s answer first with a picture: Fig. 1 – Thread Galling (American Fastener Journal, 10/18/02) In the above image, we can see obvious damage to this bolt’s threads, which at first glance appear to be from some sort of...
by E&T Fastener Components | Feb 6, 2023 | General, Plastic Manufacturing
Safety Practices in Industrial Fastening Each year, we are blessed with our customers’ commitment to employee safety. To further recognize this safe work culture in industrial construction and fabrication, we’d like to highlight key safety practices...
by E&T Fastener Components | Jan 8, 2023 | General, Plastic Manufacturing
The United States Electrical Contracting and Installation industry is a $170 billion a year behemoth made up of over 75,000 businesses that together serve virtually all sectors of the national economy. Within this industry, we find a wide variety of...
by E&T Fastener Components | Dec 8, 2022 | General, Plastic Fastener Materials, Plastic Manufacturing
The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning industry is responsible for providing the comfortable indoor environments we find in residential and commercial buildings. This industry sector is made up of manufacturers, suppliers, installation contractors, and...
