What happens to a bolt when you weld on it?
Although welding a bolt is not an ideal solution to many engineering issues, it may sometimes be necessary. With the different types of bolts available and the various projects they are used for, [...]
Where Should Washers Be Used?
Washers are often a critical part of proper fastener use, but not everyone knows how to use them properly. There are times when not using a fastener or misusing it can lead to [...]
How to Use Self-Tapping Screws
What Is a Self-Tapping Screw? A self-tapping screw forms its own hole and taps its own thread as it is driven into various, different materials. Self-tapping screws are available in just about every [...]
Fasteners: Can nuts and bolts be safely reused?
When the time comes to dismantle or reassemble, the question of whether or not to reuse nuts and bolts tends to come up. It is possible to reuse fasteners in some cases. However, [...]
Which Fasteners You Can Use With Aluminum Without Corroding?
Thanks to its properties - lightweight, flexibility, strength – aluminum is a popular choice of metal. Choosing fasteners for aluminum, on the other hand, is complicated by aluminum’s tendency to react negatively with [...]