What Is The Difference Between Self Drilling Vs Self Tapping Screws
Self-drilling screws and self-tapping screws are similar in many ways. This is why there is often confusion about which is which. However, there are important differences between self-drilling and self-tapping screws that make either one more suitable than the other for different applications. Before we look at the differences between self-drilling [...]
How To Choose The Right Fastener For A Project
Choosing the right fasteners for a project can be difficult because there are so many criteria and variables that need to be considered. Defining the parameters of the project and pinning down all of those variables is thus essential as a starting point. Choosing the wrong fasteners (stainless steel fasteners or [...]
5 Types of Fasteners You Need to Have in Your Tool Box
Every home and workshop needs a DIY toolbox, and every toolbox needs a range of essential equipment. This includes various types of fasteners for joining together everything from wood to metal, ceramic, and plastics. There are many kinds of fasteners, but the following 5 are considered the most essential for any [...]
What is a dacrotized screw?
Dacrotized screws and stainless steel fasteners provide many benefits to projects. A dacrotized screw is a little different from stainless steel as it is made from zinc and aluminum coating. Both fasteners however provide excellent corrosion resistance. Here is a quick guide to dacrotized screws. Benefits of a dacrotized screw Provides [...]
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 [...]
What Are Industrial Fasteners?
Industrial fasteners refer to high-quality fasteners that are used in a variety of applications, ranging from the automobile industry to maritime and construction projects. People generally use the terms ‘industrial fasteners’ and ‘permanent fasteners’ interchangeably. Both refer to the fact that the fasteners need to be able to withstand a number [...]
How to Remove Stripped Bolts and Screws
One of the biggest frustrations when disassembling a piece of machinery or equipment for restoration, repair or even a service, is the dreaded seized or stripped bolt. Stuck hardware occurs when a bolt or nut gets corrosion between the threads, and they won’t budge. Many times, this leads to breaking the [...]
