Fasteners are hardware devices that are used for non-permanent joining of two or more objects together. Even if you have the best fastener at your fingertips, there are 7 common mistakes you should avoid while using them. Read More
One of the best ways businesses can improve efficiency and cut costs is through kitting. Kitting is the process in which individual items are grouped, packaged, and assembled as one unit. Read More
We shared five tips for making sure that your fastening was done correctly, now here are five more to help you operate better. Read More
For Fastening, there are 5 important tips for bolting securely with respect to the right combination of bolt size and grade, creating elasticity in the joint, lubrication, lifecycle costs, and coatings. Read More
The value of the distributor has been understood for quite some time. They have a sales force, local delivery, and stock inventory. They are a one-stop shop; an easy place for manufacturers who would have been overwhelmed if they had to find an OEM source for every item that came up for purchase. Read More
A sub-assembly is a small group of parts that is assembled away from the main assembly area and is combined with other pieces to make a final product. Read More
Applying exactly the right amount of torque is important to ensure proper clamping between parts. There can be serious consequences if you apply either too much or too little torque. Read More
RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) in its current iteration affects 10 different elements for manufactured products, the most recent being added by RoHS3 in 2016. Read More
This guide will take you from the initial meeting to a fully integrated VMI Solution as successful VMI projects are based on a number of key factors like the commitment of senior management. Read More
We’ve discussed in a previous post about the advantages of VMI the value that can be generated from outsourcing the supplying and stocking of your production fasteners with Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI). The most important part of VMI is making sure that the “Vendor” is a good fit. To get the necessary results it is crucial to find the right supplier partner. Read More
