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available in four different styles. ing suppliers who have embraced Vertex Distribution Foam Tape Can Zinc-Plated, One-Piece We stock the economical stainless Acument’s TORX Drive System as Adds Replace Welds & Screws Hose Clamp Line steel band the ultimate in fastener installation Self-Locking Nuts and housing clamp with Vertex Distribution, Pawtucket, ® ® a zinc-plated steel screw; plating ® engineering and performance.” Pres-On Pres-Mount double-coated foam tape ofFLEXLOC self-locking locknuts with zincthe stainRI, USA, a master distributor of less steel band and housing clamp fered by Pres-On, Addison, 1960s, Since its introduction in the IL, USA, provides a secure, have been engineered for those applications where corrosion-resistant inch and metric economical method for the TORX Drive System has becadmium plating iswith an acceptable steel screw; the not a 410 stainless option. FLEXfasteners, alloy steel metric fastenmarine grade all 300 series stainOEMs to world’s leading come the mount and fas- highLOC one-piece, ers and blind rivets, now offers a all metal nuts manufactured by SPS less steel hose clamp; and the all performanceoften elimiten materials, drive system for Technologies, full line of stainless steel worm- Jenkintown, PA, USA, resist impact, 316 stainless steel clamp, which threaded assemblies, Bieschke nating the need for spot drive and T-bolt hose clamps. provides superior corrosion recommented. and glue. welds, screws These products secure pipe, hose, sistance. We also stock a complete The industrial-strength Qualified licensed manufacturers tubing or other circular parts and line of T-bolt and constant tension Pres-Mount tape adheres have produced billions of TORX are used in the automotive, appliT-bolt hose clamps for heavy-duty FLEXLOC® instantly, even when it and the newer TORX PLUS® drive ance, HVAC, plumbing, maritime, applications.” self-locking is bonding rigid materisystems for the automotive, industransportation and industries. locknuts with With nine distribution centers across als to irregular surfaces. trial, electronics, aerospace and “Our customers representplating. zinc a large Pres-On® Pres-Mount® the USA, Vertex says it has become Pres-On Pres-Mount other markets. foamcross-section of those industries, tapes. the only supplier to offer and ship double-coated foam tape Acument Global Technologies is from which there is a great decustomer’s standard inch and metric provides provider of mechanical a leading long-lasting adhesion, gap filling capability, products in the mand for these fasteners, alloy secure locking for uniform stress distribution and shock and vibration and provide metric fasteners and fastening systems and value-based cushioning againstDon Smith, Vertex’s market,” said a full line of blind rivets, products. shock while also including engiscrews, studs fastening solutions dampening sound and vibration.Manager. “We nowand other threaded fastener along with new Product their hose clamp order. The tape also functions as a thermal offer a full line of worm-drive hose seal between FLEXLOC self-locking locknuts with zinc plating are neered fastening systems, fastening cold metals and warmer plastics. installation technology and inven- The tape is offered Vertex threads, are located in clamps in stainless available with coarse or finefacilities and are offered steel from an in urethane, vinyl and neoprene/EPDM/SBRsize #4 Miniature wide variety of configurations, sizes (inch and foam to in a through tory management and engineering Atlanta, GA, USA; Charlotte, NC, SAE match most mounting and fastening requirements. metric), materials and other finishesUSA;aCleveland, services. USA; Chicago, IL, for range of SAE Size #128 (8-1/2" diameter). www.pres-on.com applications. www.spstech.com Dallas, TX, USA; HouOH, USA; www.acument.com These worm-drive hose clamps are NEWS & INFO PRODUCTS PRODUCTS Screwdrivers Provide Comfort & Time Savings New Kraftform® Comfort screwdrivers, from Wera Tools, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada, offer professionals comfort, torque and value for demanding applications. The new line features the ergonomic Kraftform handle. Its shape is formed to the hand and allows fast and efficient fastening with little effort. The handle’s large, soft, black zone has varying roughness to help stop the tool from slipping in the hand. The unique shape provides additional gripping power and fast turning, while protecting Kraftform® Comfort the hand and arm. Kraftform screwdrivers. Comfort screwdrivers also have markings on the end of the handle that indicate the profile and size, thus making it easier for users to identify the right tool. Kraftform Comfort screwdriver blades are made from high-grade steel and go through a special hardening process that makes the tools accurate and durable. The new line also features Wera Tools’ black point screwdriver tip, which snugly fits into the screw and prevents wear and damage caused by poor screwdriver tip fitting. www.weratools.com February 2007 Focus 62 Fastener Automated Rivet System for Blind Rivets Fastener Focus 2007 December 83 http://www.acument.com http://www.voltplastics.com http://www.hangerbolt.com/ http://www.voltplastics.com http://www.hangerbolt.com/

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Fastener Technology International - December 2007/January 2008 Contents Editorial Calendar Industry News 5S – Turbocharged Lean House Cleaning: Principles and Practices for Creating an Efficient Workspace Corporate News Mechanical Properties – Part 7: Strength & Ductility in Bending FTI Technical Achievement Awards — Class of 2007 The Heat Treatment of Fasteners — Practice Melt Shop Provides More Efficient Titanium Wire & Rod Production Spotlight On Simulation Comparing Preparation and Calibration Techniques for Ultrasonic Bolt Tension Measurement – Part 2 Future-Oriented Testing Equipment Wire Handling Roundup What’s Happening at the IFI? Product Showcases Machinery Product Showcases Quality Education & Training in 2008 Fastener Focus Quality Checks on Retaining Rings: Your Recipe for Success Straight From The Show: NIFS/WEST Spotlight on Plastic Fasteners Competence in Stainless Steel Pick More Orders in Less Time With Slotting New Fastener, Drive Systems & Insert Join a Proven Product Line ASTM Update on Fastener Test Methods – The Bolt Doctor Column Advertisers’ Index Classified Advertisements Editorial Index

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