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Profil launches RSD series anchor nuts
Profil UK will be showcasing its RSD series of self-piercing nuts for sheet-metal applications at the Fastening and Assembly Solutions Exhibition on 29 October.
News from Engineeringtalk, 23 September 2009
Profil fastening systems take the stand
The latest additions to Profil UK's range of pierce and rivet fastening systems will form part of a presentation of advanced sheet metal assembly technology.
News from Engineeringtalk, 2 October 2008
Profil RSN and RND rivet nuts utilised by Audi
Profil has announced that its RSN and RND rivet nuts have been specified by Audi for use in a safety-critical bonnet latch mounting application on its A4 and A5 vehicles.
News from Engineeringtalk, 17 September 2008
Profil to showcase latest technology
Profil UK's latest pierce fastening technology will be demonstrated as part of the company's presentation of advanced sheet metal assembly solutions at the Northern Manufacturing Show.
News from Engineeringtalk, 17 September 2008
Studs chosen for BMW Mini construction
Profil UK's M8 x 25mm steel EBF studs are being uesd to retain rear light clusters on BMW Mini Clubman models.
News from Engineeringtalk, 20 March 2008
Stud provides accurate positioning
The stud fasteners are ideal for dynamic, static and shock load applications in materials from 0.6 to 4.0mm thick.
News from Engineeringtalk, 13 August 2007
Fasteners go on show
Profil UK's SBF ball pin fastener incorporates a cold forged 10mm diameter head that is compatible with industry-standard gas springs
News from Engineeringtalk, 30 April 2007
Fastener offers high-strength pivot points
Profil's SBF ball pin fastener provides a fast and cost-effective method of achieving high-strength pivot points in sheet metal components.
News from Engineeringtalk, 18 April 2007
Assembly solutions showcased at fastening expo
Profil's fastening solutions presentation at the Fastening Solutions Exhibition will focus on its ability to accurately install high-strength, male or female threads in components up to 4.0mm thick.
News from Engineeringtalk, 3 April 2007
Nut mounts M6 steel threads
Profil UK's URN nut will be exhibited for the first time in the UK on Stand G8 at the Midlands Manufacturing Show which takes place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on 18-19 April 2007.
News from Engineeringtalk, 7 March 2007
Nut offers fast and reliable fastening
The URN nut offers a fast and reliable method of mounting M6 steel threads in sheet metal components up to 1.9 mm thick
News from Engineeringtalk, 26 February 2007
Nut finish cuts out corrosion
A groundbreaking finishing process helps fasteners withstand more than 1000 hours automotive testing without red rust (RR) appearing.
News from Engineeringtalk, 6 October 2006
Pierce fastening on show in Ireland
Profil UK's high strength, cost-saving assembly systems will be highlighted on Stand 56 at Manufacturing Technology Ireland in Dublin.
News from Engineeringtalk, 2 October 2006
Pierce fasteners get a grip on the Freelander 2
Land-Rover uses 145 Profil clinch nuts and studs in the assembly of its all new Freelander 2 models.
News from Engineeringtalk, 15 August 2006
Pierce fastener assembly methods demonstrated
The cost-saving and productivity benefits of pierce fastener assembly will be highlighted by Profil UK on Stand 110 at the forthcoming East Midlands Manufacturing Exhibition.
News from Engineeringtalk, 8 August 2006
Discovery of fastening technology at NEC
Land-Rover Discovery body shell, installed with more than 300 off pierce studs and nuts, to highlight benefits of fastening technology at Mach 2006 at Birmingham's NEC between 15th and 19th May.
News from Engineeringtalk, 28 February 2006
Pierce fastener assembly is show highlight
The cost-saving and productivity benefits of pierce fastener assembly will be highlighted by Profil UK on Stand 110 at the forthcoming Midland Manufacturing Exhibition.
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 February 2006
Studs aid component location in car making
Plain studs provide precise component location during the automated assembly of new generation motor vehicles.
News from Engineeringtalk, 6 February 2006
Profil fasteners go on a Mini adventure
Euro0.5 million contract to supply fasteners and automated installation equipment for use on the next generation BMW Mini.
News from Engineeringtalk, 24 January 2006
Edwards heads west
Profil UK has appointed Duncan Edwards as Technical Sales and Support Engineer for Wales and the West of England.
News from Engineeringtalk, 13 December 2005
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