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The role of lightweight mechanical joints in critical applications

Mechanical joints in critical applications have typically consisted of heavier, harder and stronger metals like steel due to..

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How do wire thread inserts reduce component weight?

The challenges of using light metals in the context of joints, and how wire thread inserts help overcome them.

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The benefits of tang-free wire thread inserts

Tang-free wire thread inserts bring an alternative fastening solution that eliminates the challenges tied to their..

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A guide to the standards and specifications for wire thread inserts

Get to know the standards and specifications that apply to wire thread inserts, tanged, tangless and surface finishes for..

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The advantages of wire thread inserts

Wire thread inserts are a fantastic fastening solution that bring joint strengthening features to a number of engineering..

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What are the different types of wire thread inserts?

Wire thread inserts are an invaluable asset to engineering, providing superior fastening features when compared to the..

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A guide to wire thread inserts

Wire thread inserts are a great fastening solution. Not only do they provide the strength and reliability to optimise..

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CoilThread® announces rebranding to KATO®

CoilThread®, trailblazer in wire thread inserts that transformed the mechanical joint industry, is excited to announce its..

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Coarse threads VS. Fine threads

Coarse threads are more durable and have greater resistance to stripping and cross-threading. The height of each thread is..

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Corrosion problems in fastener applications

Corrosion is the wearing away or alteration of a metal by electrochemical reaction or by direct chemical attack. We will..

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Screw thread installation problems caused by casted materials

The casting of parts instead of machining or forging offer many possible advantages such as design control and flexibility..

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Galling protection

Galling is a very common problem experienced by customers using locking helical coil inserts. Typically galling occurs when..

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