How to Avoid and Prevent Galvanic Corrosion
Galvanic corrosion occurs when two dissimilar metals come into electrical contact with a conductive electrolyte that is usually rainwater or groundwater. If aluminum and carbon steel are connected and immersed in seawater, the aluminum is likely to corrode more quickly, whilst the steel will receive protection. This is a good example [...]
What Is a Carriage Bolt and When to Use It?
Are you on the hunt for reliable, high-quality fasteners? If so, you will likely have come across the carriage bolt variety. Below, we take a look at what carriage bolts are, when the best time is to use them as well as how to use carriage bolts properly. What Is a [...]
Advantages of Stainless Steel Fasteners
There are many different types of materials used to manufacture fasteners. Some of the most common include stainless steel, alloy steel, chrome, brass, aluminum, and brass. Here at Marsh Fasteners, we specialize in stainless steel fasteners for a variety of industries including the boat building and marine fabrication industries. Below are [...]
What is Thread Galling?
Thread galling (also known as “cold welding”) is a form of wear and contact seizing that occurs in metal due to friction and pressure. It is commonly seen in stainless steel fasteners. When galling occurs, the fasteners need to be removed, resulting in damage to surfaces and equipment (leading to unexpected [...]
What Is the Difference Between Strength, Rigidity & Hardness?
When it comes to different materials, you will likely have heard the terms ‘strength’, ‘rigidity’ and ‘hardness’. You will also probably have wondered what these terms really mean. We have the details and the facts: What is Strength? Strength is what you think it is – a material’s ability to [...]
WEF TEC 2018
Marshfasteners was lucky enough to exhibit our products at WEF TEC 2018. The Water Environment Federation's Annual Technical Exhibition and Conference is an exhibition that is all about generating awareness and drawing attention to public health and the environment in terms of water usage and safety. Who is WEF? The Water [...]
The Different Types of Screws
When it comes to fasteners, screws are extremely common. They come in a variety of different shapes and sizes, each of which has a unique application. It is important not to get confused between screws and bolts. While they serve a very similar purpose, small fasteners are generally called screws, whereas [...]
5 Ways to Remove A Stripped Screw
Every maritime or DIY enthusiast will have inevitably encountered and spent hours trying to remove a stripped screw. Stripped screws often call for a little out of the box thinking, but the result can be effective – especially if you want to remove the screw without damaging the item that it [...]
