June/July 2024
Read the digital edition here for the following articles: Industry Event Coverage: Features: Roundup Article: Thread Rolling Spotlight Article: Tapping
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June/July
Patents for June 2024
USPTO Fastener Patents Compiled from: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) by the editors of FTI for June 2024
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Solving the Toughest Inspection and Sorting Problems
Attica Automation is a leading designer and manufacturer of inspection machines for multiple industries including the fastener industry. Each machine
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Aerospace Fastener Producer Selects Preferred Automated Inspection System (AIS)
General Inspection, LLC, Davisburg, MI, USA, installed another Gi-100DT automated inspection system (AIS), this time in California, for a large
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From Tradition to Innovation
Over the years, Mectron has embarked on a remarkable journey, transforming inspection systems from traditional methods to the forefront of
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External Thread Inspection in Screws and Bolts
The traditional method for thread inspection is profile control using backlighting, derived from automating manual profilometer checks. While precise, this
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A Challenge to Improve Fastener Inspection Leads to Highest Speed and Quality Ever
Regg Inspection, a company based in Milan, Italy, has designed and manufactured high-precision inspection machines with high-speed and high-quality controls
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Innovative Robotic Automation Solutions Shape the Era of Industry 4.0
NRM Mühendislik, a technology company that manufactures robotic automation systems for all companies in the manufacturing sector, operates under Norm
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Detection of the Finest Cracks and Scratches
Inspecting the surface for the smallest grooves and scratches, especially on an inhomogeneous surface, is a major challenge with conventional
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Thread Rolling Roundup
Compiled by the Editors at Fastener Technology International Suppliers have responded to our call for the state-of-the-art in thread rolling
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A Perfect Fit: Why 3D Printed Ceramic Threads Could be the Future of Fasteners
Ceramic threaded fasteners stand as barriers against extreme conditions, with highly sought-after properties such as electrical insulation, non-magnetism and resistance
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Improving the Performance of Stainless Steel Screw Connections
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel is widely used in industry and trade due to its outstanding properties. Despite its numerous advantages, particularly
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Spotlight On Tapping
by Mike McNulty, Editor, Fastener Technology International (FTI) Taps are used to put an internal screw thread in a nut
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Straight From The Show: News & images from wire 2024
Record trade fairs face economic challenges: key technologies for fastener, wire, cable and tube production remain system-relevant. The recent staging
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Special Lap-Free Dies for Aerospace, Automotive & Other Critical Applications
Kadimi group has served customers since 1987. Kadimi is leading global supplier of thread rolling dies, offering a comprehensive range
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The Traveling Salesman Spends 10 Minutes with Dee Ward
I am the Senior Vice President for the Würth Group. I am responsible for the Würth Industry companies in Asia-Pacific
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Revolutionary Drive System Solves Difficult Assembly Challenges
When it comes to assembling recessed fasteners several challenges commonly face assemblers; bits staying engaged in the recess, engaging non-ferrous
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New Generation Hose Clamp
The spring type clamps (wire or band) are an improvement over the worm gear, in that the spring clamp provides
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Sustainable Transformation via Heat Recovery Project
Mikalor Plant Heat Recovery Project – In a significant leap towards sustainability, ITW Metal Fasteners Spain presents the success of
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Optimizing Installation Space and Performance with Thread Tapping Screws
When joining lightweight metals, the focus is on the installation space available and on optimizing performance and cost, as well
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