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Recoil thread repair inserts
How a Recoil Wire Thread Insert Works: Recoil wire thread inserts are rolled from high quality stainless steel wire with a diamond shaped cross section, wound to the shape of…
Defining the bolt you’re using
When looking at the head of a bolt, there are six details that can be told by them: the type of fastener (or drive type), the grade (or classification) of…
Interesting Facts: Hex Nuts
It is believed the manufacturing of nuts was first developed in the 1500’s in France, and were mostly used in the building of carriages and sleighs. Initially nuts were hand…
Cut Off Wheels For Stainless Steel – PFERD EXTREME Performance
1.0mm Thin Metal Cut Off Wheels – A new level of EXTREME cutting performance from PFERD Metal cut off wheels have an important role in industrial, trade and DIY applications.…
Safety recommendations for using abrasives
Safety Recommendations For The Use Of AbrasivesThe recommendations shown should be followed by all users of abrasive products in the interest of their personal safety. GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF SAFETYAbrasive products…
INOX: A top-value Aussie solution for drilling stainless steel
INOX drills for tradies and weekend warriors working with stainless steel sheeting are designed to last 70% longer. Engineering Manager Tim Schurmann explains how. Sutton Tools INOX Jobber drills are…
Key factors when machining Titanium and high-temperature alloys
Jeff Boyd discusses the multiple factors involved in optimising the machining processes of difficult-to-machine materials. Titanium and high-temperature alloys are some of the most difficult materials to machine, due to…
