When people are designing lightweight products, or repairing a worn-out thread, a dependable fastening tool can make a big difference. This is where self tapping threaded inserts can come into play.

Self-clinching fasteners were designed almost 70 years ago as way to attach components to thin sheet metal and ensure the connection would withstand hard tugs and torque loads. They are also useful ...

One of the greatest advantages of designing plastic parts is the vast number of assembly options a designer can apply to his or her design. The most common among these options is the use of screws.

Self-tapping screws are designed to create their own threads as they are driven into masonry. Unlike other fasteners, contractors do need to drill a hole or tap threads in a separate step. This ...

Screws are designed with their intended materials in mind. Although it’s possible to use a drywall screw with a piece of wood, that doesn’t always mean it’s the best decision. There are multiple ...