The fastener industry is massive, and understandably so. Employing around 131,949 people, it is responsible for ensuring that anything we construct — buildings, machines, even simple structures like shelving units — stays firmly and reliably together. Owing to the fact that the industry is so large, there are a lot of different options when it […]
The Sky’s The Limit: European Screw Manufacturer Grows Tall
One of Europe’s largest leading fastener manufacturers is reaching for the stars with an unfathomable expansion. The Hamburg based business REYHER had made a name for itself by supplying Europe with 130,000 different fastener options, but discovered it was quickly running out of room in June of 2017. Since they couldn’t move outward, they took […]
3 Fundamental Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Try to Manufacture Your Own Screws
Early screws had to made by hand, so no two produced were ever alike. With technology making leaps and bounds every day, that is certainly no longer the case: CNC (Computer Numeric Control) machines now perform precise filings and shapings of almost any type of material, allowing consistently sized and formed screws to be made […]
How to Drive a Screw Easily Without Splitting the Wood
If you’re working on a major project that requires putting screws into wood, you may fear splitting the wood. But you can prevent it if you do it properly. Check out our EZ Screw Builder to build your custom screw! So, how do you easily drive a screw into wood? Many woodworkers suggest drilling a […]
How to Choose the Proper Screw for Metal Roof Installation
Many home and business owners are turning to metal roofs for their buildings rather than the typical asphalt shingle roof. But when it comes to installing metal roofs, there’s a lot that goes into it. Check out our EZ Screw Builder to build your custom screw! When a contractor installs a metal roof, they use […]
Shoulder Screws 101: Specs, Uses, and Materials
Throughout time, screws have changed drastically to be easier to make and use. Early screws were always different, due to them being handmade. Fortunately, the National Screw Thread Commission established a standard for screw threads in 1928 for interchangeability. Since then, industries and people around the world have been able to use standard screws and […]
The Main Differences Between Machine Screws and Other Screws
Depending on the work you plan on doing, you’re going to need to decide which screw would be best for the job. There are so many different types of screws out there from micro screws to machine screws, so it can be overwhelming if you don’t know the differences. While every type of screw has […]
What to Do If You Don’t Have a Screwdriver
Have you ever found yourself needing to get a screw out of a wall or device but you didn’t have a screwdriver on hand? Did you realize that you had the wrong-headed screwdriver for the miniature screws you need to remove? What if there was a way to remove tiny screws without a screwdriver? Good […]
8 Interesting Facts About Small Screws
Believe it or not, screws actually have some fascinating bits of history as well as some cool information. Here are some interesting facts pertaining to small screws and the micro fastening sector: Check out our EZ Screw Builder to build your custom screw! Early screws had to be handmade and no two screws were ever […]
FAQ: How Are Screws Used in Surgical Settings?
We’re surrounded by screws wherever we go. These tiny tools are used to hold together our electronics, throughout our homes, and to hold our buildings together. But did you realize they can actually be used inside your body, too? Of course, most people would like to avoid this at all costs. Check out our EZ […]
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