Register Login 中文 | English HOME ABOUT US PRODUCTS APPLICATIONS SUPPORT CONTACT Engineering Services Technical Centers Testing & Analysis Home > Support > Engineering Services Engineering Services PSM will recommend the use of a standard fastener to meet customer specific applications whenever possible, however sometimes a special part is required to meet a specific size, performance or strength requirement. In many cases the total cost of the fastener application will be evaluated by taking only the piece price into account, when in fact there are other factors to be considered, such as material handling as well as the fastener installation time. If PSM is involved at the design phase our application engineers will fully optimize the fastener application and provide the most cost-effective solution to our customer. Sample & Prototype Manufacturing PSM uses a range of advanced equipment including CNC machines to produce initial samples for performance testing and pre-production prototypes. When the quantity is large or when parts are for a "Production Part Approval Process" (PPAP), PSM will use "production intent equipment". Customer Drawings PSM can supply customer drawings on request, allowing product and recommended hole size to be checked. They allow parts to be checked on receipt of order and prior to installation to ensure the correct part is always fitted. Fastener Installation PSM has a range of installation equipment, allowing production installation conditions to be replicated. The installed fasteners can then be tested for performance. 5 ton automated press used to install Sheet Metal Fasteners Heat & Ultrasonic equipment used to install Inserts For Plastics Screw installation and torque test machine, 1200R.P.M. maximum Fastener Performance Testing PSM Technical Centers are equipped with a wide range of test equipment to allow the performance of our parts to be tested against customer requirements. Commonly requested tests include: • Push Out • Pull Through • Body Torque • Maximum Torque • Jack Out Torque • Installation Torque • Stripping Torque • Release Torque • Tightening Torque Fastener Performance Reporting On completion of fastener performance testing, PSM provides a detailed test report. The report contains the background to the tests, method of installation and testing, detailed results and any recommendations or conclusion from the tests. 3D Models Today designers produce 3D assemblies of their components to ensure "fit and function". To aid this process, PSM can "on request" supply 3D models of its fasteners. They can then be inserted into customers assembly models, to give an accurate representation of the fastener. Testing & Analysis PSM Technical Centers are equipped with a wide range of test equipment to allow the performance of our parts to be tested against customer requirements. Commonly requested tests include: Sample Preparation For Hardness Testing And Microstructure Analysis Prior to testing the hardness of fasteners and analyzing the material structure, samples have to be cut , mounted and polished. PSM uses a range of equipment to ensure the quality of prepared sample and accuracy of results obtained. Hardness Testing Material Microstructure Analysis Plating Thickness Measurement And Element Analysis ROHS Analysis Salt Spray Testing For more information about PSM technical service Please contact PSM for technical support About Us Products Applications Support Contact Us Terms And Conditions Cookies Policy Copyright 2003-2021 by P.S.M.International, All Rights Reserved OUR COOKIE POLICY This site uses cookies to store information on your computer. Happy to accept?