How Threaded Rod is Made
What are threaded rods? Available in a wide variety of types, lengths and materials, threaded rods are one of the most versatile products within fastening. Often referred to under a range of different monikers, such as the aforementioned ‘threaded rod’,...
Aesthetically Pleasing Powder Coating for High Performance Fasteners
Powder Coated 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...
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,...
Fastener Materials for High Temperature Applications
Fasteners can be used across a wide range of applications – they aren’t always used in simple construction or for security. Often, fasteners are exposed to high temperatures, incredibly high temperatures at times, and these extremes demand fixings that can...
Duplex and Super Duplex Torque Specifications
Torque is a measure of the application of force and is used to create tension in threaded fasteners. For example, when fasteners are tightened, the thread converts the applied torque into tension into the shank of the bolt which in turn creates the clamping force so...
Metric, UNC, UNF and More: Thread Types for Fasteners
At Fastenright Ltd. we are able to stock or provide a variety of thread types for all kinds of fasteners – with some more popular in certain corners of the world than others. It’s good to understand what you’re looking for in regards to thread...
Types of Threaded Bar
Threaded bar, which is also often referred to as threaded rod and allthread, comes in a wide variety of different types, lengths and materials, making it one of the most versatile products within fastening. Whilst they can masquerade under a number of different names,...
Where are Vented Fasteners used?
Our wide vented fastener range included vented screws, which are also known as vacuum screws, as well as a number of other fastener types including washers and bolts for furniture. Generally, these fasteners are used alongside vented washers and within vacuum systems,...
What is Allthread?
Allthread in a Range of Sizes, Materials and Finishes At Fastenright, we stock a wide range of allthread for various applications available in a wide range of standard diameters and lengths, with specials available to order. Whilst we’re specialists in security...
The Difference Between Full Thread Bolt and Partial Thread Bolt Uses
When the application you are working on requires very specific parts, there are a number of decisions that need to be made before parts are installed. Choosing the right screw or bolt is not the easiest of choices, and fully considering what the job at hand requires...
Which Rivet Gun Should I Use?
Which Rivet Gun Best Suits My Application? A rivet gun is an integral part of installing rivets. Rivets are a useful fastener that is designed to hold two materials together, for example two sheets of metal. It’s important to understand how rivets work before...
Corrosion Resistant Fasteners – What Materials Are Best?
Here at Fastenright, we want to ensure that your application doesn’t stumble by providing corrosion resistant fasteners for any industry that requires it. Not only do we want to ensure that you have the right material and finish, but the correct thread size and...
Thread Galling: Why Stainless Steel Fasteners Need Lubrication
Stainless Steel Fasteners generally don’t need lubrication as they do not corrode. However, there are two reasons why lubricating Stainless Steel Fasteners is important, and they’re issues that need to be avoided. These issues do not happen regularly, but...
Screws and Anchors for Prime Shed Security
—– Whilst home security is a priority for a number of people, they often overlook the security of their outdoor shed – which often contains valuable contents that are sometimes forgotten about. According to a 2017 survey, the average British...
Featured: Captive Screws
NEW at Fastenright, our Captive Screw range - featuring a reduced thread - is available with a wide array of head styles.