Fastener pins

SPIROL announced an expansion of its e-commerce platform, Shop.SPIROL.com, to include the Press-N-Lok Pin for plastic enclosures. The Press-N-Lok Pin is designed for simple installation and high pullout strength to retain two plastic components. Raised barbs angled opposite the direction of insertion help hold the pin in place and support tamper-resistant assembly. The pins are…

The JW Winco product range now includes dowel pins, drill bushings in numerous dimensions, and knurled screws with and without internal hex. Dowel pins DIN 6325 of hardened steel, also known as locating pins, are universal parts that press into fitting bores. They are used in tool and machine construction to secure a precise position,…

~ Article courtesy of Advance Components Several benefits are associated with the use of projection weld pins for secure welding projects. These pins are specifically designed for use in projection welding processes, which is a type of resistance welding technique used to join metal parts by applying pressure and electrical current. It’s commonly used in…

Mill-Max Manufacturing is launching new Maxnetic connectors, available in various termination styles. These connectors provide designers flexibility in choosing the right magnetic connector combination for their interconnect needs. Magnetic connectors are ideal for applications requiring connections to be made quickly and easily such as: Charging systems for communications equipment Cables Devices and wearables used in…

The slotted tension pin is a versatile and economical fastener that is used in a wide array of applications across diverse industries including medical, small arms, OEM, electronics, automotive, agriculture, mining, hydraulic, HVAC, and more. These all-purpose non-threaded fasteners can be used in stampings, castings, forgings, sintered metals, hard rubber, and plastics. Their unique, self-locking…

SPIROL International Holding Corporation Board of Directors announced the unanimous decision to appoint Jeffrey F. Koehl as chairman of SPIROL International Holding Corporation. Koehl joined the company in 1997, and has been serving as chairman and CEO of SPIROL International Corporation since his appointment in 2010. Koehl succeeds his father, Hans H. Koehl, who passed…

Mill-Max Manufacturing has released a new line of miniature spring-loaded pins and connectors. These interconnects address the ever-shrinking requirements of electronic device packaging while providing exceptional electrical and mechanical performance. Through extensive development and testing, Mill-Max has designed and produced spring-loaded pins with a 33% reduction in height from its pins in the .050″ pitch…

Mill-Max Manufacturing is launching two new Omniball spring-loaded pins — one for low-profile purposes and one that provides greater stroke and higher current carrying capacity. These new pins expand the company’s lineup of Omniball spring-loaded products, broadening their scope of use for interconnect opportunities. Since the introduction of the patented Omniball spring-loaded contacts three years…

SPIROL, a global manufacturer of precision-engineered components for fastening and joining, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Since the company’s inception in 1948, the company has been focused on helping customers be more competitive through innovative fastening solutions. Today, that number includes 15,000 customers, globally. SPRIOL is also committed to serving its constituents, who have made…

Written by Christie Jones Director of Marketing, Vice President SPIROL International Corporation Fasteners are as important in automation as the equipment itself. Choosing the ideal fastener can prevent exorbitant machine and fixture costs, decrease set-up and cycle times, and reduce the manufacturing cost of the components. Of course, not all fasteners are easy to orient, feed,…

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp. has announced a new lineup of spring-loaded pins available with either pointed or flat-tip plungers. These new pins expand our extensive offering of spring-loaded products, providing solutions for testing and other specialized connection requirements. Responding to designers’ needs for new and varied spring-loaded interconnect solutions, Mill-Max has expanded its spring-loaded product line…

Bosch Power Tools introduced new tools including an 18V concrete nailer and heat gun, continuing to expand its cordless portfolio to support trade workers. In addition to the new tools, Bosch Power Tools also announced a new and enhanced 18V Limited Warranty that offers extended coverage for 18V tools, chargers, and batteries. Effective June 2023, Bosch’s new…

Vogelsang Fastener Solutions, a German-owned private U.S.-based manufacturer, has engineered custom fastener pins that incorporate the features of a coiled spring pin in a more cost-effective option. Through sophisticated tool design, Vogelsang’s Engineered-RollPins (ERP-Series) are non-scarring to soft host materials, preventing interlocking for automatic feed systems. They’re also capable of sustaining dynamic loading. The Engineered-RollPin…

Delta Stud Weld provides high-quality, durable refractory anchors and studs to fit specific needs. The company also offers insulation fasteners, which are special pins used to install insulation on the inside or outside of furnace shells. Insulation pins are typically applied with welding equipment. These fasteners secure insulation inside steel buildings and are attached to…

As many of us experienced as seniors in high school, Tara Meinck was unsure what career path to follow after graduation. And if she could fast-forward a decade or so into the future, she likely never would have guessed she’d have a full-fledged career as an engineer and product manager at SPIROL International, a global…

JW Winco has added self-securing threaded lifting pins to its product range for lifting, securing, and transporting equipment. Anywhere workpieces, fixtures, or system components have a threaded hole, the new threaded lifting pins can be inserted quickly for use as a lifting mechanism — and removed just as easily with a push of a button.…

The microPEM Tack family of fastening solutions are lighter, stronger, and smaller in size than conventional micro fasteners, making them ideal for consumer electronics applications. PEM is one of PennEngineering’s top brands, a global provider to the fastening industry. microPEM Tack fasteners are designed to fit within a smaller envelope, offering better process control and…

Article courtesy of Mill-Max Mfg. Corp. Often the products that we take for granted are critically important and imperative to safety. For example, the quality of the fasteners that secure the skin to the airframe on an aircraft is integral because failure could be catastrophic. The same can be said about the press-fit pins and…

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp., has launched its first magnetic mating connectors. These Maxnetic spring-loaded connectors are designed to make connecting components effortless, reliable, and durable. This series of magnetic connectors feature self- alignment, self-location, and zero force mating, in response to the growing field of applications requiring connections to be made quickly and easily. Maxnetic spring-loaded…

Pivot Point, a manufacturer of non-threaded fastener solutions, recently released the SLIC Pin. SLIC is an acronym for Self-Locking Implanted Cotter Pin. As the name implies, this fastener is a pin and cotter all in one. The one-piece locking clevis pin functions as a quick-locking pin and is cost-saving, fast, and secure, making it ideal…

Groov-Pin, a manufacturer of pins, threaded inserts, and precision-turned components, was recently named a Healthiest Employer in Rhode Island by the Providence Business News for the fifth year in a row. Healthiest Employers is an annual event that recognizes employers who have implemented worksite Health & Wellness programs and have shown a commitment to employee health and safety.…

SPIROL recently launched their new and improved corporate website: SPIROL.com. The new corporate website is a culmination of over 74 years of engineering knowledge and experience in the fastening, joining, and assembly arena. Simple to use and easy to navigate, the new site makes it effortless to connect with SPIROL’s global locations, request technical support, submit an…

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp. has launched new Omniball spring-loaded connectors for applications requiring multiple points of contact in sliding or rotational orientations. The unique Omniball spring-loaded contact (patent pending) features a rolling ball interface, enabling contact to be made between components in axial and non-axial alignments. These versatile connectors facilitate creative solutions for innovative interconnect arrangements…

Groov-Pin, a pin and component manufacturer, has earned the silver certification in Wellness Workdays’ 2022 Best Wellness Employer program. Groov-Pin has been recognized for its accomplishments in corporate wellness for the fourth year in a row. Its employee wellness program, called GP Fit, has become part of its culture, addressing all aspects of health — including…

A cotter pin is a simple fastener that’s used to secure a bolt or any other rod-shaped fastener, typically preventing axial movement along a shaft. They’re either a wedge or tapered pin that’s driven into a hole. Pivot Point, a manufacturer of non-threaded fastener solutions, recently released the basics on cotter pins, comparing five different…