by Chris Wright | Mar 14, 2022 | Fastenright Updates, General Fixings
There are a number of potential reasons why an application would require aesthetically pleasing fasteners, and there are a number of factors in what exactly makes a fastener “look good”. These can include the finish, the drive, whether it fits seemingly... Read more
by Chris Wright | Mar 14, 2022 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
Fasteners and fixings need to be effective, and sometimes their appearance isn’t so important, particularly when they are used on industrial applications or where they are hidden from view. Titanium is a shiny silver metal that is guaranteed to stand out from a... Read more
by Chris Wright | Feb 19, 2020 | Fastenright Updates, Security Bolts, Security Screws
Tamper proofing access systems Technology is advancing year on year. In a range of industries, if the method behind work is deemed to be slow, cumbersome or something that requires a niche skillset, you can almost guarantee that there is something being worked on... Read more
by Chris Wright | Oct 22, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
For over a century, plastic has been considered an affordable and durable material – forgoing the fact that the majority of plastics take a very long time to degrade. With a greater focus on reducing the amount of plastic used worldwide and concerns about... Read more
by Chris Wright | Sep 18, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
Often, an application demands a coloured fixing to coordinate with the colour of its housing – for example in a commercial vehicle or outdoor furniture. If it doesn’t require a match, then a coloured fixing can be used to provide a striking finish to a... Read more
by Chris Wright | Sep 11, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
Captive Screws are a comprehensive range of products which are categorised by their inability to be fully removed from a hole once they have been installed. They are specially designed to lock into a position within a hole, which is beneficial in applications that... Read more
by Chris Wright | Sep 5, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
High Temperature fasteners can be used across a wide range of applications. The automotive industry for example, and the oil and gas industries, need equipment that can work hard even in extreme temperatures. Consistency and durability is key, especially in things... Read more
by Chris Wright | Aug 5, 2019 | Fastenright Updates
Our wide vented fastener range included vented screws, which are also known as vacuum screws, as well as a number of other fastener types including washers and bolts for furniture. Generally, these fasteners are used alongside vented washers and within vacuum systems,... Read more
by Chris Wright | Aug 5, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, General Fixings
Allthread in a Range of Sizes, Materials and Finishes Allthread is also commonly known as threaded rod or threaded studs. It is typically used within building, maintenance and plumbing applications to stabilise objects that are made from wood, metal or other... Read more
by Chris Wright | Aug 3, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice, Security Bolts
When the application you are working on requires very specific parts, there are a number of decisions that need to be made before parts are installed. Choosing the right screw or bolt is not the easiest of choices, and fully considering what the job at hand requires... Read more
by Chris Wright | Aug 1, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
Which Rivet Gun Best Suits My Application? A rivet gun is an integral part of installing rivets. Rivets are a useful fastener that is designed to hold two materials together, for example two sheets of metal. It’s important to understand how rivets work before... Read more
by Chris Wright | Jun 26, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
Stainless Steel Fasteners generally don’t need lubrication as they do not corrode. However, there are two reasons why lubricating Stainless Steel Fasteners is important, and they’re issues that need to be avoided. These issues do not happen regularly, but... Read more
by Chris Wright | Jun 18, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice, Security Fastener News
—– Whilst home security is a priority for a number of people, they often overlook the security of their outdoor shed – which often contains valuable contents that are sometimes forgotten about. According to a 2017 survey, the average British... Read more
by Chris Wright | May 20, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Help and Advice
Whilst we are a major distributor of fasteners and fixings across the United Kingdom and the world, offering expansive ranges of standard and security fasteners, from micro to large diameters and with various types of head, drive or thread, we have a wide range of... Read more
by Chris Wright | Apr 29, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, Security Screws
Tamper proof screws are anti-theft and anti-vandalism fasteners which are designed to be difficult to remove. Available in a wide range of forms and styles, all intended to provide different advantages to the applications they are installed in. If you’re in the market... Read more