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Threaded insert gets a grip
The Jacknut threaded insert is an economical blind fastener for use even in thin, soft, or brittle materials - even Perspex.
News from Engineeringtalk, 14 July 2003
Sheet metal joints with threads solve problems
Blind rivet nuts can be used to crimp together two sheets of material and provide a re-usable thread.
News from Engineeringtalk, 18 June 2003
Blind rivet nuts add strength to aluminium
On complex architectural extrusions such as aluminium door and window frames a blind rivet nut can be used to create a deep reusable thread and at the same time add a steel strip to the inside.
News from Engineeringtalk, 20 May 2003
Blind rivet nuts now available in brass
Blind rivet nuts from Torque Control are now available in brass in addition to the existing offerings in mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 February 2003
Blind rivet nuts in stainless steel
Torque Control has added to its range of blind rivet nuts in stainless steel.
News from Engineeringtalk, 30 December 2002
Deep thread combines with flush finish
The low profile head blind rivet nut from Torque Control provides a deep thread with a flush finish for all sheet materials or where access is available from only one side.
News from Engineeringtalk, 25 November 2002
Blind fasteners have greater grip range
VersaNut inserts are novel blind fasteners from Torque Control that provide a deep, permanent thread in metal or plastic materials.
News from Engineeringtalk, 29 July 2002
Open and shut case - against EMI
A closed-end blind-rivet nut from Torque Control can complete the metallic seal on enclosures of metal or screened plastics when total EMI screening is needed.
News from Engineeringtalk, 18 March 2002
Blind bolt turns to anchor
With particular applications in ceilings and perimeter systems, a new blind bolt and nut provides a simple sturdy way of fixing where access is limited to only one side.
News from Engineeringtalk, 11 February 2002
New threaded bolt, hook and eye bolt fixings
The new blind bolt and nut from fastener specialist Torque Control provides a simple sturdy way of fixing where access is limited to only one side.
News from Engineeringtalk, 9 July 2001
Sturdy fixing when access is only from one side
The blind bolt and nut provides a simple sturdy way of fixing where access is available from only one side; drill hole, insert blind bolt, turn through 180 degrees and simply tighten up
News from Engineeringtalk, 6 April 2001
Better technical support for bind rivet nut users
Torque Control, specialist supplier of Blind Rivet Nuts, has strengthened its Technical Support Service with a comprehensive tool repair service, back-up stocks and in-factory repairs
News from Engineeringtalk, 13 February 2001
Blind rivet nuts fasten steel strengthening strip
The steel strengthening strip in a complex architectural aluminium extrusion is being held in place by a blind rivet nut which also provides a deep reusable thread for fixing panelling or hinges.
News from Engineeringtalk, 23 January 2001
Health and Safety concern on older rivet tools?
Torque Control Ltd, who offer an inspection and repair service facility for Rivet Nut and Rivet Tools, have also uncovered a potential Health and Safety concern on some older tools
News from Engineeringtalk, 17 January 2001
Stainless rivet nut handles corrosive demands
The tapered body of a paddle of GRP, used in an effluent treatment plant, required a reusable M8 thread to fix a removable wing, and a a closed end Stainless Steel Rivet Nut met the requirements
News from Engineeringtalk, 17 October 2000
No increase for stainless steel blind rivet nuts
Whilst several companies have recently announced price increases on stainless steel fasteners, Torque Control of Cheltenham still offer some of the lowest on stainless steel blind rivet nuts
News from Engineeringtalk, 21 September 2000
Coating improves on stainless for rivet nut
When a firm anchorage point was needed for a heavy duty exhaust bracket, Torque Control solved the problem with an M8 Hexagonal Shank, Steel Rivet Nut using a double coating of phosphate deltaseal
News from Engineeringtalk, 19 July 2000
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