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EV Fasteners for Batteries

EV Fasteners for Batteries

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Alongside an estimated 6 million EV car shipments by the end of 2022, manufacturers find themselves tasked with developing ever-evolving battery technology. As range, heat and lightweighting concerns still pervade the market, manufacturers are completely rethinking the structure, design and makeup of their batteries.

As of this year, some companies have found ways to build EV fuel cells into the car’s frame itself. Aiming to increase range and decrease cost, revolutionising the structure of the battery saves space for more fuel cells and makes for a roomier interior for passengers.

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Sensor-controlled weighing bin iSCALE of Würth Industrie Service deployed successfully for the first time at WISAR.

Sensor-controlled weighing bin iSCALE of Würth Industrie Service deployed successfully for the first time at WISAR.

Kloten/Switzerland. Security is of utmost importance in the entire supply chain! Reliable processes play a significant role, especially in times of capacity and supply bottlenecks as well as rising transport and energy costs. At its Kloten site, WISAR, Wyser + Anliker AG relies on the intelligent supply solutions of Würth Industrie Service GmbH & Co. KG to perfectly connect all processes. The scale system iSCALE has been successfully deployed since August 2022 for digital storage management and uninterrupted replenishment within the production supply. Measuring the weight, the system notifies ...



BUMAX supplies Flintec with fasteners for precision weighing

BUMAX supplies Flintec with fasteners for precision weighing

Swedish specialist fastener manufacturer BUMAX has supplied its premium BUMAX 88 fasteners for one of Flintec’s most recent weighing modules to meet industry strength and reliability requirements as well as European standards.

Flintec, a world-leading manufacturer of high quality, precision, weight measurement technologies, has chosen BUMAX as its supplier of premium fasteners for its latest load cells. The load cells are electro-mechanical sensors used to measure force or weight. They provide accurate and robust performance across a diverse range of applications – from automating car manufact...



fischer launches a world first in construction monitoring

fischer launches a world first in construction monitoring

Intelligent safety monitoring

fischer is the world’s first company in fastening technology to offer an intelligent and integrated monitoring solution for constructions and facilities. The solution increases the overall flow of information, service life, sustainability and safety of constructions and facilities while ensuring higher maintenance efficiency.

The sensor-integrated fixing products SensorAnchor and SensorDisc provide users with a time and resource-saving method to identify current acting forces in fastenings. The products transfer the wireless data to the Construction Monitoring mod...



Rotor Clip Meets Application Needs with Small Diameter Wave Springs

Rotor Clip Meets Application Needs with Small Diameter Wave Springs

(Somerset NJ) Rotor Clip has responded to the increased demand in the marketplace for smaller, innovative, and more efficient assemblies. Rotor Clip now has the capability of manufacturing smaller-sized wave springs ranging from .118 -25” (3 - 635 mm). The advancement in development for smaller assemblies benefits a variety of industries, such as medical devices, electronics, and consumer products. Today’s marketplace calls for smaller, lighter assemblies with greater efficiencies and lower manufacturing costs. Rotor Clip now further supports the market by introducing new, standard series smal...



INVENTORY OPTIMIZATION, OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

INVENTORY OPTIMIZATION, OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

VMI: Productivity and Cost Reduction

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In a time of increasing supply chain instability and rising inflation, it’s crucial for businesses to reduce their spending and maximise efficiency. One way to do so is through the use of a VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory). The last few years have seen an increase in the popularity of VMIs, as businesses seek to reduce their number of suppliers and instead opt for streamlined and cost-effective organisation.

As manufacturers ourselves, we’re constantly looking for improvements to our production process, so we understand the position our partners are in.

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Bulten works with Polestar on development of climate-neutral electric car

Bulten works with Polestar on development of climate-neutral electric car

Bulten has begun a collaboration with Polestar on the development project Polestar 0, which aims to build a climate-neutral electric car by 2030.

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The Polestar 0 project was officially announced in 2021, and aims to create a climateneutral electric car by the year 2030, by eliminating emissions in the supply chain. Bulten’s contribution will be the delivery of climate-neutral and highly functional fasteners. This can be achieved through a combination of energy-efficient materials and processes, as well as renewable energy supply throughout the value chain.

“We are truly honored to be part of t...



V-Tex Wood Screw a Type of Screw for Hard Wood

V-Tex Wood Screw a Type of Screw for Hard Wood

Rexlen Corporation, which specializes in automotive, electronics, and mechanical fastener has recently taken another leap forward to a new industry sector.

The recently released and patented “V-Tex Thread for Wood” (V-Tex) is Rexlen’s official entry announcement into the household & DIY markets.

Distinctive Structure Featuring Excellent Functions

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“V-Tex” wood screws offer three kinds of minor diameters, which (sorted by value from large to small) are cutting ribs, shank, and chip recesses. After its sharp-point drill drills into the material, the cutting ribs will twist off fibers to create a...



Green plugs made of natural resources

Green plugs made of natural resources

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Sustainability can also be practised in the field of fastenings, as demonstrated by an innovative product range by the fischer Group of Companies. fischer GreenLine plugs consist of at least 50 per cent renewable resources and are particularly low-emission. fischer GreenLine plugs are made of ecologically produced plastic and consist of at least 50 per cent renewable resources. This has been confirmed by the independent testing and certification body DIN CERTCO/TÜV Rhineland, which has classified the plugs in the BIOBASED 50-85% category. Castor oil made from the seed of the ...



Upcoming Wire Düsseldorf 2022

Upcoming Wire Düsseldorf 2022

Bonotto Packaging Srl is excited to bring the fastener packaging solutions to the upcoming Wire Düsseldorf 2022, the most important exhibition for the fastener industry.

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Come to visit us at stand Hall 13 / B77, discover our up-to-date technologies and solutions prepared for your fasteners packaging automation needs.


Key solutions you can’t miss:

* BP-309 A compact weigh and count scale

ideal for packaging applications of small metal/solid material parts like nails, screws, bolts, nuts, rivets, washers and other hardware products.

* BP-110 Poly bagger

Ultra-compact poly bagger using tubular ...