pgb-Europe has published a comprehensive new catalogue for structural steel construction fasteners, as well as highlighting its new range of L-anchors and complete anchor chairs. Downloadable from the pgb website, the new catalogue features the company’s complete range of 8.8 grade SB bolts in-line with EN 15048 requirements, as well as detailing pgb’s extensive range of both zinc plated and ho...

Fan safety in football stadiums has come a long way in recent decades, yet collapses and accidents still occur. When Bernhard Baumhus was tasked with building a stand for German football club SC Paderborn 07, it was integral to the design to find an optimal bolting solution. Back in 2019 Paderborn’s home ground – the Benteler Arena – needed to be upgraded and expanded by some 2,000 seats to a 1...

The benefits of TEROSON® and LOCTITE® products from Henkel have received a ringing endorsement from one of the brand’s distributors. Through a bespoke, one day workshop, enabled by Hayley and led by professionals from Henkel, Alstom Rail now has the latest guidance and best practice on the most efficient adhesive-based solutions in the rail industry. Hayley Group has been a renowned supplier fo...

As part of its continued commitment and investment to product development and testing, Lindapter has had its Type FL beam flange clamp successfully and independently fire rated for up to 120 minutes. Following independent fire testing by built environment test organisation, BRE Global Ltd (UKAS 0578), the Type FL beam flange clamp is now a fire rated connection system for securing building serv...

fischer’s latest innovative solution now allows high loads to be transferred alongside a wide range of applications in structural timber construction. fischer’s FIS EM Plus injection mortar can be used to bond FIS A anchor rods or to bond FIS G internal threaded anchors flush with surfaces. In addition to lasting and secure fastenings in concrete and post-installed rebar connections, the epoxy...

50 year veteran of the fastening systems industry, Rivit, whose extensive catalogue of riveting tools, blind rivets and rivet nuts support users in several sectors, including automotive and construction, has recently confirmed that its RIV938 riveting tool is one of its most popular best-sellers for rivet-nut fastening. The tool is designed to speed up installation times while maintaining the h...

Walter's Tiger·tec® Gold WSM37G grade marks a technological leap into a new field of application, allowing users to benefit from innovative coating technology in thread milling.   Like the proven Tiger·tec®Gold milling grades from Walter, the new Tiger·tec® Gold WSM37G grade, whose layer structure, Walter states, is unique on the market and consists of a carbide substrate, wear-resistant TiAlN...

Screwdrivers are essential tools for professionals of all trades as well as DIYers. GEDORE red offers an extensive range of slotted, PH, PZ, TX and outer hex screwdrivers either individually or in various sets. The portfolio also includes screwdrivers for special tasks. Made of high-quality chrome-molybdenum steel, the blades of the GEDORE red screwdrivers guarantee a long service life. At the...

To help manufacturers find the right material for their application, adhesives specialist Intertronics has launched a structural adhesive selector guide. The guide includes a full overview of five structural adhesive chemistries, methyl methacrylate (MMA), epoxy, polyurethane, UV curing, and cyanoacrylate. It covers 28 materials, outlining their properties, curing considerations, compatibility...

When ensuring an airtight and watertight fit, rubber seals often prevent unwanted leakage in components ranging from pumps and valves to pipe fittings and vacuum seals. Achieving an impervious connection means carefully selecting the right seal according to the application and, in some cases, designing a custom part. Here Dean Oliviero, managing director of EAP Seals, which recently became part...