Fastenright Blog
Fastenright Ltd are experts in all types of general & security screws, bolts and fasteners.
Read our blog for useful hints, tips and information about types of fixings for specific applications, how to choose the right products for your needs etc. Standard and security fixings supplied Worldwide.
Whatever you need to fix, we’ll find a fixing to do it!
Bolts and Screws – what is the difference?
Firstly, screws are usually threaded fully to the head, bolts have a plain portion on the shank. They’re usually fastened differently too.
Covid-19 Update
Open as usual Fastenright is open for business as usual during the coronavirus outbreak and we are still processing and despatching orders as normal. We may experience some delays in delivery which are beyond our control, although we are working with our carriers to...
Types of Threaded Rod
What is threaded rod? Simply put, threaded rod is just a length of metal rod which is threaded from end to end, hence the alternative name of “all thread”. Other names used are threaded bar and threaded stud – they are all the same thing. Available in a wide variety...
Security fasteners for tamper proof access systems
Tamper proofing access systems Technology is advancing year on year. In a range of industries, if the method behind work is deemed to be slow, cumbersome or something that requires a niche skillset, you can almost guarantee that there is something being worked on -...
Titanium and Aluminium key in visually pleasing fasteners
There are a number of potential reasons as to why an application would require aesthetically pleasing fasteners, and there are a number of factors in what exactly makes a fastener "look good". These can include the finish, the drive, whether it fits seemingly into and...
A4 Stainless Security Fasteners for maritime applications
There's a reason that A4 stainless steel is often referred to as 'marine grade' steel; the fact that it offers the highest level of corrosion resistance in standard materials. Whilst the material can be found within items like surgical implants, it finds most of its...
Slim Head Screws to fit narrow spaces
Slim Head Screws are often used to fit into narrow spaces, where raised head screws generally would not fit. When they have been fastened they are totally flat, therefore offering an aesthetically pleasing finish due to the low profile finish. As they don't protrude...
Environmentally Friendly Kitting and Packaging
For over a century, plastic has been considered an affordable and durable material - forgoing the fact that the majority of plastics take a very long time to degrade. With a greater focus on reducing the amount of plastic used worldwide and young icon Greta Thurnberg...
Aesthetically Pleasing Powder Coating for High Performance Fasteners
Often, an application demands a coloured fixing to coordinate with the colour of its housing - for example in a commercial vehicle or outdoor furniture. If it doesn't require a match, then a coloured fixing can be used to provide a striking finish to a job. There are...
Specialist Captive Screws for A Number of Applications
Captive Screws Available from Fastenright Captive Screws are a comprehensive range of products which are categorised by their inability to be fully removed from a hole once they have been installed. They are specially designed to lock into a position within a hole,...
Featured: Sealing Rivet Nuts
Kitting and Packaging Service
Ideal for the furniture trade, we specialise in the supply of heat seal, grip seal and zip seal bags of screws and fasteners for your application.
Specials and non standard fixings
Looking for fixings with an unusual head diameter or thread length?
Need fasteners with a non-standard finish?
Or do you have other special requirements? Custom fasteners are no problem for Fastenright!
Fastener Terminology Glossary
There are a number of confusing names and terms within the Fastener industry, so we have created a handy terminology glossary to help.
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