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Japanese Sinwa Mekki Develops "Sinwa ZiNT" ZnNi Alloy Electroplating with 20 Folds Corrosion
ResistanceInnovation Alleycompiled by Fastener World

Japanese Precise Gauge Develops Auxiliary Fixing
Hardware to Improve Fastening Efficiency
Optical measuring machine maker Precise Gauge developed andlaunched sales of an auxiliary fixing hardware called "Inner Grip
Ring". With the ring, the user can assemble or take out parts without
removing the screws. After embedding the ring into a pre-dilled holeon the part and assembling the part with a screw, the ring expands
and presses the inner portion of the hole and stays put. When the user
loosens up the screw, the pressing force weakens and the part can betaken out. This will prevent missing or dropping screws and improve
operational efficiency.

HILTI’s First Tool Exclusively Designed for theEmerging Markets
Hilti launched the new UD 4 Corded Drill Driver developed with
Hilti standards that was entirely created for the META (Middle East,
Turkey and Africa) region to meet the requirements of the emerging
markets.
The UD 4 is designed to perform any required job on construction
sites and in the workshop; it can drill a high number of holes per day
for the same application. The lightweight and compactness of the tool
will support the user in making repeated tasks easier with less tiring.
The tool is used for wood and steel applications ranging from alloyedsteel to stainless steel.
Along with the tool’s launch;
Hilti developed drill bits to meetthe different requirements based on
customer’s preference. In addition
to this top performing drill bit,the range also includes different
drill bits for different applications that provide customers great
performance at a very competitive price.

"Sinwa ZiNT" is a result of the technical collaboration between
Sinwa Mekki and the American Pavco. This electroplating technology
has 2 layers. The lower layer is the Zn-Ni alloy electroplating layer thatis 10 times more corrosion resistant than Zinc electroplating; on top ofthat is the "Topcoat" coating developed by Pavco. As such, corrosion
resistance is leveled up to
20 folds. Iron rust resistancecan last up to 2,000 hours,
and zinc rust resistance up
to 1,000 hours. This is thefirst time that the Japaneseele c t r opla t i ng i n d u st r y
introduces Topcoat froma top A mer ica n su r facetreatment company.

Hafren Offers Various Security Screws
The need to safeguard against
theft, vandalism and tampering
is an increasingly essential partof many design specifications.
To c o u n t e r t h e s e t h r e a t s ,Hafren is constantly keeping
one step ahead of intruders by
manufacturing a comprehensive range of vandal and tamper resistantfixings and fasteners which have a varied range of uses.
Hafren's range includes time and labor saving self-tapping, selfdrilling and thread forming screws. For fixing sheet metal to wood andother steel construction, Hafren has also developed self-drillers equippedwith its 6-Lobe Pin security drive. Drilling tips provide a fast and easy
application eliminating the need to pre-drill and the 6-Lobe Pin is greatfor higher torque applications.
Hafren has also developed a specialized thread forming screw(Power6™) ideal for automotive and fencing applications. This tri-lobular
self-threading screw eliminates the need for nuts, reducing labor costs& installation time. The Power6™ Security Screws also feature a uniqueshaped 6-Lobe Pin drive, providing a higher level of security.

Japanese Fukui Byora Rolls out PLX Blind Rivet
Used for Resin and Soft Materials
PLX blind rivet can tighten up soft materials like automotive
interiors, building materials, and rubber. The sleeves of the blind rivet
can split in 4 directions to fasten soft materials. A single size of PLX
blind rivet can cope with multiple widths of soft materials, reducing
parts count and improving work efficiency. The company increased thepullout strength of the mandrel head as well to prevent loosening of themandrel head after fastening. This mandrel head fastening achievesa si mple a nd easy wat er-proof
effect and prevents abnormal noise.
Additionally, users can choose thespecial large flange type PLX blind
rivet to further increase retention
level.

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New Quik Drive® PRODW Drywall System Provides Faster,Easier Drywall Installation in a Sturdy, Lightweight Tool
Simpson Strong-Tie, the industry leader inengineered structural connectors and building
solutions, has developed a new, lightweight
auto-feed screw driving system for drywall
applications, expanding its popular Quik Drive
product line. The new Quik Drive PRODW
drywall system has a lighter-weight tool body withenhanced durability and ergonomics so drywall
installations can be completed more efficiently
and cost-effectively.

Goebel’s Peel
Type “STAR”
Rivets aredesigned with analuminum bodyand a steel zincplated mandrel.
The aluminum
body protects the rivet from corrosion.

Builder and contractor benefits of the Quik
Drive PRODW drywall system include a collatedscrew feed mechanism designed to provide
consistent and efficient screw delivery, a selflocking depth adjustment for accurate drive depth
and a fully rotatable driver adapter for fastening
in hard-to-get areas. Curved, collated strips
hold screws away from the tool's nose to prevent
scratching or marring the surface of materials,
and a hardened-steel feed pawl improves reliability.

The rivet gets its name from a special folding
mechanism: when you install a STAR rivet, itfolds into four separate legs, resembling a large,
incandescent, luminous point in the night sky.

Quik Drive auto-feed screw driving systems allow one-handed operation forimproved speed, safety and ease of use, and the Quik Drive PRODW drywall
system's lighter weight results in less user fatigue and improved driving for fewer
delays or wasted screws on the worksite.

New microPEM® Flaring Standoffs for Compact
Electronic Assemblies Provide Ideal Miniature
Fastener Solutions to Attach and/or Space
Components
New microPEM®
MSOFS™ flaring standoffs
from PennEngineering®
provide ideal miniature
fastener solutions to attach
and/or space components
in compact electronic
assemblies. They installpermanently in thin panels
of any hardness and material, including stainless steel, other metals,
plastics, and printed circuit boards. A unique flaring feature adds
value by allowing for installation into multiple panels.
These standoffs additionally have been engineered with aminimal footprint enabling reduced centerline-to-edge designs,
especially suiting attachment applications where available space forfasteners may be limited. Their extremely small and reusable threads
reliably accept mating hardware to complete final component
attachment.
The RoHS-compliant MSOFS flaring standoffs join a growing
family of microPEM fasteners for compact electronics. Applications
include wearables, laptops, tablets and eReaders, smartphones,
automotive electronics, and a wide range of handheld devices.

Goebel Fasteners Introduces Peel
Type“STAR”Rivets

The special folding mechanism securely clamps
two materials together. The STAR rivets areproduced specifically for work with brittle and soft
materials. The four legs create a large blindside
bearing surface, thereby significantly lowering
the risk of the rivet breaking through or sinking inthin and soft materials.
The STAR rivets are most commonly used
when working with wood or plastic materials.

PEM® PFC4™ Self-Clinching Captive PanelScrews Enable Easy Access to Stainless Steel
Enclosures Without Loose-Hardware Risks
PEM ® PFC4™ self-clinching captive panel screws from
PennEngineering ® install permanently into stainless steel
enclosures to enable easy access whenever necessary andeliminate risks associated with loose screws. The captivatedscrew remains reliably in place where designed in a door or panel
and will not loosen, fall out, or damage internal components.
Expanding their application potential, these spring-loaded fastenerassemblies comply with UL 60950 equipment access standards.
PFC4 captive panel screws will install successfully in stainlesssheets as thin as .060” / 1.53mm with hardness up to HRB 88.
A shoulder provides a positive stop during installation and thefastener ultimately will be flush on the opposite side of the sheet
for a clean and unmarred appearance. A fully recessed head in thefastened position allows for tool-only access.
The fasteners are manufactured
from 400 Series stainless steel
providing corrosion resistancecomparable to zinc-plated steel.
They are available in assorted
screw lengths and in thread sizes#4-40 through #10-32 and M3
through M5. All PFC4 fasteners
are RoHS compliant.

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Customized C-Washers Available from Boker’s
Bo k e r 's , a m a n u f a c t u r e r o f
precision metal stampings, washers,
spacers and shims, offers a wide
variety of custom C-washers to its
customers. C-washers obtain theirname for being in the shape of a “C”
as they have a slot cut from the center
to the perimeter allowing the washer
to be removed, replaced or inserted
without completely removing the fasteners.
C-washers are designed to slide in and out of position on a bolt or shaft
in a partially completed assembly. They can also be used as a retention
device on a grooved shaft to keep components in place.
C-washers can be produced in over 2,000 commonly specified anddifficult to find materials including low-carbon steel sheet, various
spring steels, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper and nickel silver.
Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon,
polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and various NEMA grade phenolics.

New Hydraulic Bolt Tensioners for Offshore WindT he P GT-Se r ies Bolt
Tensioners provide highperformance in tight spaces
typically fou nd in windt u r bi n e s. K ey f e a t u r e s
include auto-retract pistons,
over-stroke protection andauto-engage nut rundown.
The FTR-Series Foundation Bolt Tensioners are designed specificallyfor tensioning wind tower foundations bolts. The FTE-Series Elliptical
Foundation Bolt Tensioners provide a fastening solution on wind tower
foundation applications where limited space between the stud and wall
prevent the use of standard tools. They feature an elliptical geometry,
which enables fit in narrow access foundation applications without
reducing load capabilities.

Legacy Manufacturing Company Introduces Flexzilla
Pro Mini Impact WrenchThis wrench has a body lengthof 4.4″, a weight of 2.5 lbs. andbreakaway torque up to 800 ft.lbs. It will allow professional
mechanics to reach areas that fullsize impact wrenches just don’t
fit and remove even the tightest,
rusted nuts. The Flexzilla Pro Mini Impact Wrench is rated at 550 ft.-lb.
of maximum reverse torque and 800 ft.-lb. of nut-busting torque.
It features an ergonomic grip with a patented forward/reverse toggle
switch and torque selector that provides easy one-hand operation. A
variable-speed trigger and three torque settings. The handle exhaust directs
air away from the user and the built-in swivel allows the hose to rotate
freely.

STAHLWILLE Rolls out the FirstElectromechanical
Torque Screwdriver to theWorld
TORSIOT RON IC is t he f i rst
electromechanical torque screwdriver on the market – combining
the accuracy of electronic measurement with the convenience of the"click" from mechanical trigger mechanisms. The patented trigger
system trips with audible and tactile signals when the target torqueis reached. The tool measures as accurately as only an electronic
torque tool can. Integrated ratcheting bit-holder with 80 teeth thatprovide a particularly small ratchet angle of only 4.5° and thus enable
particularly sensitive working – ideal for hard-to-reach fasteners.
The fine-tooth ratchet, a wide range of programming options anda micro-USB interface make the TORSIOTRONIC the ideal tool
when it comes to logging work steps, applying very small torques orfollowing complex tightening sequences. Available in four versions
for different torque ranges: 12–120 cN·m, 30–300 cN·m, 60–600
cN·m and 100–1000 cN·m.

Böllhoff Introduces ECOSIT® Supply Systems with
Increased Efficiency
With the new ECOSIT®
supply systems, the focus ison the specific requirements
and individual wishes of ourcustomers.
Bundling services,
lowering costs. With its
ECOSIT® systems thecompany increases the efficiency of the entire value chain andguarantees the highest quality and transparency, successfully
harnessing the latest RFID technology.
The ECOSIT® service package allows Böllhoff to take charge of theentire supply chain for customers: materials planning, procurement,
quality management, stock-keeping and internal goods distribution rightthrough to the production line.
Advantages• Orderly and tidy storage• Substantial time savings• Reduced inventory and safety stocks• 100% availability• Online control of all ordering processes• Modern RFID technology

Japanese Yudensha Rolls out New Functional
Oxide Film Forming Technology
Features:
1. Bigger contact angle with excellent water repellence.
2. Forming fine and delicate oxide films that improve corrosion
resistance.
3. Good slidability with little surface friction.

4. Unlike anti-seizure electroplating, Yudensha's technology prevents the film fromflaking when used on bolts and nuts.
5. Unlike electroplating and resin cotaing, the film is extremely thin so it barelychanges the end product's sizes.
This technology is best suited for bolts, nuts, stainless steel and iron components.

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Japanese BCS Rolls out “NS-PIN 4” Anti-loosening RingBCS Co., Ltd. develops springs and supplies
automotive clips. Now it is tapping into the fastenerfield. The automotive products take up 85% of
the company's product line and are supplied todomestic mainstream carmakers. BSC has goodsales performance and expects itself to transition to
supplying electric vehicle products in the future. The
president of BCS has expressed his will to enter other fields. His current target is to supply"NS．PIN 4", an aniti-loosening ring for bolts and nuts used on railways and electric towers.
The front end of the ring snatches the thread root to prevent the nut from loosening. Without
using hand tools, the operator can assemble the ring to the nut with one push. Furthermore,
the ring is reusable. It embeds itself in the outer diameter of the thread, so the nut can be refastened even with the ring attached.

Japanese Yamanaka Provides PiezoBolt Embedded with Load
SensorYamanaka Eng Co., Ltd's patented PiezoBolt has
an embedded sensor that detects the surrounding load
during fastening. With mechanical joining technology,
the company can embed the sensor without the use ofadhesives. Users can connect the bolt with a specializedmeasuring software through wire connection to assess anomalies or problems. Without ahighly polymerized compound blocking the load transmission, the load will directly reachthe sensor to enable high-precision load measurement. Furthermore, the sensor has excellent
durability and impact resistance and therefore is suitable for water, oil, powder and dustfilled environment.

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Japanese Audec Offers Rust-proof
Blackening Coating Applicable toFasteners
The Audec "Ultra Black
Super" blackening
coating features thefollowing:
1. Forming an Fe3O4
coat on st e el a ndcast parts at boilingtemperature.
2. Rarely producing irritant gas, significantly
reducing impact on the human body.
3. Improving working environment.
4. The blackening coat gives the materials
a glossy look and its thickness does notinterfere with size precision of steel andcast parts. It resists abrasion and does not
fall off from friction.
5. The coat contains rust inhibitor withexcellent indoor rust resistance.
6. Applicable to mechanical elements likefasteners as well as components.

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Japanese Matsumoto Sangyo Provides S0.5-M4
Small Screws
Matsumoto Sangyo provides special
sc r ews for t he me d ica l i ndust r y. It
specializes in S0.5-M4 micro-screws andminiature screws used in new territories
like the aerospace machinery and medical
industries. A few years ago it started tosupply stainless steel special screws to an
academic lab conducting brainwave research. The screws are used toassist the electrodes inserted into the brains of lab mice.

Fixtureworks Introduces New Ring-handle Detent
Pins
Fixtureworks, a supplier ofclamps, fixturing accessories,
and machine tool, has
int roduced a new lineup of
ring-handle detent pins in steel
and stainless steel. Detent pinsprovide a secure, quick, andeasy engagement for fastening, locating, and alignment applications
that require frequent, repetitive use. The pins, with ring handle, workwithin commercial drill tolerances, and their spring-loaded ball retracts
when inserted or removed. They come in diameter sizes of 3/16" to 1"
with a pull-out strength from 4 lb to 40 lb. The grip lengths range from
1/2" to 6" depending on the diameter. The detent pins are available ineither C1144 steel with steel split rings or 303 stainless steel with 316
stainless rings.

Releasable Mounting Clip Speeds up Changes
to Cabling in Aircraft Seats
Changes to the configuration of firstand business class aircraft cabin sections
means time-consuming changes tothe seat wiring. HellermannTyton has
developed a special fastening element
so that fitters can remove, attach andreconnect the in-flight entertainment
system cabling in each seat more quickly.
The Seat-to-Seat Clip is made from lightweight and heatstabilised PA66 thermoplastic. It is permanently anchored by the
manufacturer to the seat frame and is available in two versions –for attachment with a screw or rivet or with a push-in arrowheadfor hole mounting.
Technicians on Airbus A350 XWB aircraft can open andclose the seat clip by hand without the need for tools. This makes
the reconfiguration process simpler and faster.
Unlike other cable fastening parts, the Seat-to-Seat Clip is reusable. As a result, there are no remnants of cut cable ties (FOD)
that can block the runners in the cabin floor.
HellermannTyton’s competence developing plastic parts forapplication in aircraft stems from over 30 years of industry
expertise. The company’s fastening products meet the highstandards requirements of the aviation industry.

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Swedish Sandvik Supplies Bolts That Secure the Lifetime of the Vasa Ship
After more than 4,000 rusty bolts have been replaced with specially constructed high-alloy
stainless bolts from Sandvik, the job has now been completed. But every end is a new beginning– and now a whole new chapter for the Vasa ship is launched, with bolts that will last for at least
150 years.
When Vasa was salvaged in 1961, the 17th century bolts that originally held the ship together
had completely rusted away. New bolts were inserted where the original bolts were previously
seated, but eventually they also started to rust.
"Replacing the bolts from the 1960s was necessary for the ship to survive in the future. The
attacking rust had weakened the bolts and caused chemical reactions in the ship's wood," says
Vasa Museum’s director Lisa Månsson.
Vasa Museum realized that all the ship’s bolts had to be replaced with another, better material to prevent thehull from collapsing. The museum began to look for a material which could secure the lifetime of the ship for at least a further hundred years
and for a partner to collaborate with. Sandvik was chosen and in 2011, Vasa Museum and Sandvik initiated a unique and long-term researchand development cooperation to save the nationaltreasure Vasa.
Toget her, a solution was developed wit h
specially constructed, high alloy stainless bolts
to replace the old 60s bolts. During the project,material specialists from Sandvik could help witheverything from initial material discussions tomeasurements and evaluations, which showed thatthe new bolts were in line with expectations.
All the bolts have now been replaced and thewarship Vasa can be saved for the future.

Martins Industries Designs Mobile
Torque Wrench Support Stand
Ma r ti ns I ndust ries I nc. has developed amobile impact wrench support stand that it said
is designed to reduce fatigue normally associatedwith repeatedly lifting and torquing an impact
wrench.
The new stand is compatible with most impact
wrenches. The stand is designed to support weight
up to 50 pounds and enhance precision by allowing
users to move the wrench freely in all directions
while installing lug nuts. When not in use, alocking system will secure the impact wrench onto
the tray, which also can be used to set lug nuts,
covers and indicators within arm's reach.

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