by Larry Melone President [email protected] Building Fasteners Stainless Cap Screws Square Head Bolts Vs. Hex Head Bolts In the world of building fasteners, there are so many options it could make your head spin! First, you have the material the building fastener is made of, then the platings, coatings, and any other treatment that is…
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Industrial Fasteners After a very rough autumn, many communities in North America continue to recover from the hurricane season. Issues like flooding and wind damage require extensive clean up and restoration, and leave building materials vulnerable to decay and deterioration. Industrial fastener corrosion becomes a major problem in post-hurricane areas,…
by Jennifer Melone Purchasing Manager / Sales [email protected] Building Fasteners Fastener Distributor What many people fail to understand is that successful business people work hard at building relationships. They work hard at their craft and are dedicated to the customer, but in their daily business dealings it is the relationships that make the most difference….
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Building Fasteners Fastener Distributor Building fasteners are subject to moisture, pressure, wind and other forces that will wear away at the metal. In order to offer greater strength and durability these fasteners are often treated. Plating and heat treatments are two of the most common ways to increase the reliability…
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Building Fasteners Heavy Hex Bolts As pollution levels rise at an alarming level, people are becoming aware of the fact that they can play a role in protecting our environment by using different forms of energy. Traditionally, people have accepted the energy sources that have been supplied by large companies…
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Building Fasteners Fastener Distributor Neoprene is used in a variety of applications, from clothing to household items and building fasteners. The most common type of hardware made with this highly durable and beneficial material is the neoprene washer. But not all neoprene washers are equal and there are other options…
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Building Fasteners Fastener Distributor Experts in the fastener industry often engage in a debate over which is better, fine threads versus coarse threads. There are pros and cons for each thread type and many professionals prefer building fasteners with a certain thread, as opposed to the other. Examine the differences…
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Building Fasteners Heavy Hex Bolts When you have to order Heavy Hex Bolts or another type of bolt but do not have the correct information available to ensure that you get the correct fasteners it can be confusing. Those who deal with Building Fasteners on a regular basis can often…
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Building Fasteners Fastener Distributor Every industry is different. Even when there are similarities between various industries, different conditions, expectations and standards set them apart. Businesses can often benefit from building relationships with suppliers that understand the unique needs of their industry, but is that always necessary? How does a firm…
by Larry Melone President [email protected] Fastener Distributor Heavy Hex Bolts There are situations where buying from a catalogue – whether online or paper – is advantageous. Products or brands that you are familiar with can be purchased from retailers you trust through a catalogue. But most contractors will confirm that there are distinct disadvantages to…