Like many other leading providers in the manufacturing sector, Hull-based fastening expert Bollhoff is expecting challenging times ahead but is making every effort to ensure that supplies of products ... more

‘Smart washer’ enables touchless measurement of bolt axial load
	New from JPB Système, the manufacturer of self-locking devices for the aerospace and aeronautical industry, is SMART WASHER, a disruptive sealing technology that enables touchless and wireless ... more

The Challenge Europe difference between Thread-forming screws and Self-tappers
	Challenge Europe holds in stock both metal thread-forming screws, e.g. for castings etc., where they secure components by forming a machine thread – also purpose designed screws for thread forming in ... more

Fast curing adhesives for use in electronics applications
	New from Eurobond Adhesives is Vitralit UC1535, a transparent adhesive for use in electronics. This epoxy based UV Curing adhesive can be cured with radiation in the UVA range from 320Nm to 390Nm in ... more

Challenge Europe offers a wide range of fastener solutions
	Challenge Europe can provide fastener solutions ranging from machine screws to the more specialised and heavily customised bolt. According to the company, threaded fasteners can readily be adjusted ... more

Fastening technology drives OEMs into the future	Welding cell is Arc de Triumph for Kawasaki robot
As the automotive revolution gathers pace, new opportunities are arising and fastening technology is proving crucial, as Chris Black, global sales director of automotive business development at TR ... more	Telford based automated systems manufacturer Bauromat, one of Kawasaki Robotics leading integrators, has recently supplied and installed a robotic welding system to precision pressings and stampings ... more

New PEM SMTSK standoffs for printed circuit boards enable quick attachment and removal of stacked components without using screws
	New PEM SMTSK unthreaded standoffs from PennEngineering permanently surface mount on printed circuit boards to enable quick attachment and removal of stacked components without requiring screws or ... more

BONDERITE E-CO DMC digital multi-channel controller optimises the performance and cost of metal pre-treatment processes
	Henkel has introduced a new process control system that addresses key challenges in metal pre-treatment as customers are increasingly seeking to implement data-driven Industry 4.0 solutions. In ... more

Techsil launches a water clear five min epoxy for bonding composite substrates

Techsil has developed a new clear, epoxy adhesive called EP25880 Clear that cures fast and provides a strong, tough and durable bond on carbon fibre composite parts.

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Don’t forget the advantages of the old technologies!
	It can be easy to forget the benefits of old technologies like mechanical fasteners, but these can offer many attributes, as Kevin Moorcroft, MD at Challenge Europe, explains... more

Challenge Europe Rivets make assembly quicker and cheaper
	Rivets from Challenge Europe offer a quick, simple, reliable and low cost ex-stock way to join sections of material – either similar – metal to metal, or dissimilar – metal to plastic. Blind rivets ... more

Latest news from the Henkel surface treatment specialists and a chance to win a helicopter ride for two

The latest news, products and processes from the Henkel surface treatment specialists is now available to everyone via the recently launched, dedicated website, www.bonderite-solutions.co.uk

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Henkel unveils its dedicated, Bonderite functional coatings website
	Industry leader Henkel is lifting the wraps on its new online platform for functional coatings. The fully-featured website at www.bonderite-solutions.co.uk makes it easier than ever for customers to ... more