Industrial Technology

All the benefits of captive screws, but easier to use

The 1-035SL Captive-Joiner 9.5 Snap-Line offers all the benefits of traditional captive screws, says Dirak, plus improved ease of use by the end-user, significant reduction in time of installation, and reduction in the risk of damage to sensitive electronic equipment housed inside enclosures. The Captive-Joiner also functions as a slam to close latch, requiring just a simple push of the panel against the frame to ensure latching.

11th May 2008

Self pierce rivets bring in the sun

Self pierce rivet manufacturer Henrob has put together a robotic assembly cell for the production of a car sunroof. The entire cell has been designed and developed at Henrob's Deeside plant in Flintshire. The cell consists of an ABB robot, a Henrob hydraulically powered riveting system with tape fed rivets and a bespoke pneumatic turntable to place the sunroof components prior to riveting.

11th May 2008

Transparent option for fasteners

A new range of fasteners in Polycarbonate has been introduced by Bülte Plastics, including screws, washers and Hex nuts. With their 'see through' qualities, the Polycarbonate threaded fasteners give you the opportunity to use them as part of the external design of your assembly. They are also useful in industries where light is a necessary component.

11th May 2008

Custom assembly solutions

Fabrico reports that it is working with 3M to offer custom, high-performance solutions for fastening and assembly applications. The two companies blend Fabrico applications and converting expertise with 3M high-value products to provide customers with exceptional bonding, joining, fastening, and assembly solutions.

11th May 2008

Adhere LCD adhesives make displays clear

Adhere at Intertronics has announced new UV curable LCD application adhesives from product partner Dymax. This range is specially formulated for applications where crystal clear, invisible bonds are required, such as LCD screens, monitors, outdoor kiosks and navigation systems. This range sticks glass to glass, glass to plastic, and plastic to plastic, all with clear, bubble-free bonds.

11th May 2008

From drawing board to series production

In the April 2008 issue of Industrial Technology, we report on how Arnold Umformtechnik is closing the gap between product development and the bulk manufacturing stage.

3rd April 2008

Robust, accurate new torque wrench raises the standard

Norbar Torque Tools has introduced what it describes as one of the most significant new designs in its history, the new TruTorque. The aim of the design team was to produce the best possible tool using the latest materials and engineering techniques for UK and World markets and at a competitive price. The result is an outstanding range of products.

9th March 2008

Reliable bonding of substrates and across all environments

3M's tapes and adhesives portfolio has been enhanced by the addition of the Rite-Lok range, a diverse selection of industrial adhesives and sealants exhibiting strength and functionality without the price premium. The Rite-Lok range - used by original OEMs and the maintenance and repair (MRO) markets - can be applied across the industrial, automotive, electronics and medical sectors.

9th March 2008

Tough conductive adhesive withstands severe conditions

Master Bond EP11SIC is a cost effective, silver-filled epoxy-resin system featuring exceptionally high electrical and thermal conductivity. It offers the application convenience of a one component system in addition to flexible cure schedules so as to best meet specific processing requirements.

9th March 2008

Leak free at power station

The application of RotaBolt's technology driven approach to bolted joint integrity has achieved a total leak-free start at Antwerp's Nuclear Generation plant following its annual shut down. For the first time in seven years, a 24in steam valve has remained leak free using RotaBolt's tension control system.

9th March 2008