Multi-spindle bar turning
Bar turning is a manufacturing process where material is removed from a round of hexagon metal bar to produce the finished parts.
Manufacturing process animations
The following videos provide an overview on the TR product manufacturing processes
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Multi-stage cold heading
Cold heading is a method for producing components.
The process starts with coiled metal wire which is then drawn into the cold heading machine.
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Heat treatment
The main purpose of heat treating fasteners is to change their physical properties such as hardness and toughness. It can also be used to reduce the stresses caused by the cold forming process.
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SEMs units
SEMs units are screws that have a washer, or washers, captivated under the screw head.
This can significantly reduce final assembly times and inventory levels.
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Surface finishing - 10 minute guide
There are many different surface finishes available, each designed to give specific benefits.
In this video we look at some of the most common surface finishes used for fasteners and other small components.
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Thread rolling
Thread rolling is one of the ways to produce male thread.
Cold headed blanks are fed into a thread rolling machine where special dies then roll the thread onto the blank.