A Short Article on Mechanical Fasteners

A mechanical fastener is a device that is used to mechanically join (or fasten or affixes) two or more objects together. In general, fasteners are used to create non-permanent joints; that is, joints that can be removed or dismantled without damagin

• Locking washers, which prevent fastening or loosening by preventing unscrewing rotation of the fastening device. Locking washers is a type of spring washer.

Anchor Bolts & Screws

Anchor Bolt is a type of heavy-duty fastener that’s designed to allow objects to be attached to concrete surface. The bolt head is usually embedded in concrete leaving the threaded end exposed. The threaded end is attached to the connecting object with the help of nuts.

Anchor bolts are used widely for foundation purposes. They are used for anchoring and erecting structures and/or industrial equipment where durability and stability is required. Concrete forms, columns, foundations and pads are the most popular mediums where anchor bolts are used.

StudsFasteners Selection Criteria

When selecting a product for industrial applications, it is important to consider a variety of factors. Few of them all listed below.

• Material of construction (stainless steel, carbon steel, or alloy steel).

• Materials to be joined.

g the joining components.