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 9, 2020 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
What is threaded rod? Simply put, threaded rod is just a length of metal rod which is threaded from end to end, hence the alternative name of “all thread”. Other names used are threaded bar and threaded stud – they are all the same thing. Available in a wide variety... Read more
by Chris Wright | Dec 18, 2019 | General Fixings, Security Fastener News
Slim Head Screws are often used to fit into narrow spaces, where raised head screws generally would not fit. When they have been fastened they are totally flat, therefore offering an aesthetically pleasing finish due to the low profile finish. As they don’t... Read more
by Chris Wright | Aug 27, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
Torque is a measure of the application of force and is used to create tension in threaded fasteners. For example, when fasteners are tightened, the thread converts the applied torque into tension into the shank of the bolt which in turn creates the clamping force so... Read more
by Chris Wright | Aug 21, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
At Fastenright Ltd. we are able to stock or provide a variety of thread types for all kinds of fasteners – with some more popular in certain parts of the world than others. It’s good to understand what type of thread you’re looking for, as each may... 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 | May 8, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
Making sure that you have the correct fastener for your application is indispensable in ensuring your work is successful – and sometimes projects need the use of several diverse types of fasteners to be assured that the application runs smoothly, often seeing... Read more
by Chris Wright | Apr 16, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
You might be wondering when to use washers in fastening. In a number of applications, washers are a critical element of the use of fasteners – and not using them could lead to a significantly subdued lifespan of the fastener in the application or product. Not... Read more
by Chris Wright | Apr 8, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
Often in marine equipment, there are a number of things that can cause the failure of fasteners in it – but over 35% of fasteners within marine equipment fail due to marine corrosion. Seawater is especially complex to counteract due to chemical and biological... Read more
by Chris Wright | Apr 1, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
Why use Star Dowels? That’s an easy question. Star dowels are fixings suitable for applications involving wood and are incredibly popular in window frames and gates. They are made from die cast Zamak, otherwise known as Zamac, which is a family of alloys with a... Read more
by Chris Wright | Mar 12, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
Lock Nuts are exemplary in a number of real-world solutions involving high-temperature conditions, and when their strength is required in mechanical equipment. The nuts, in a material like Hastelloy, are ideal for applications such as hot chemical processing involving... Read more
by Chris Wright | Mar 4, 2019 | General Fixings
Inserts for plastic are generally used in applications where the need for strong and durable metal threads is prevalent. This is often the case in areas where the unit is frequently assembled and disassembled for maintenance or repair. In fact, an insert for plastic... Read more
by Chris Wright | Mar 4, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
To provide context, every screw size is described by using two numbers – an ‘M number’ – which is for metric screws and indicates the screws nominal outer diameter, and a number indicating the length of the shank. So in the above instance, an... Read more
by Chris Wright | Feb 25, 2019 | Fastenright Updates, General Fixings
We have a wide range of materials that our threaded rods, otherwise known as all-thread, are available in. At Fastenright, we are able to provide threaded studding in steel ranging across a number of grades, including grade 4.8, 5.8, 8.8, 10.9 and 12.9. As well as... Read more
by Chris Wright | Feb 6, 2019 | General Fixings, Help and Advice
Lock Nuts are designed to lock in place during installation, creating a band of tight threads which act as a locking mechanism – ensuring the fastening of your application remains safe and secure. Historically, designers would require nuts to be... Read more