Technology file
Mechanical fastening
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- a range of processes which utilise a variety of fasteners including nuts & bolts, screws & rivets to assemble materials without heating |
Photo courtesy Bollhoff Fastenings Ltd |
Expertise
TWI's expertise in mechanical fastening spans sheet joining, plastics & composites and structural engineering. Industry benefits from a range of specialised support services, and consultancy and project work have included:- advice on process selection
- research into effects of process parameters in clinching & riveting of sheet metals
- hybrid joints - fasteners plus adhesives
- mechanical properties of fastened joints
Resource
- commercial clinching & riveting equipment
- static, fatigue & impact testing equipment
- advice on best practice
- engineering design advice on machine-threaded fasteners
- materials science support
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