Cold-Form Manufacturing

The Best Fastener Materials for Extreme Heat, Cold, and Pressure (+ Cost Considerations)

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Not all fasteners are created equal, especially when they’re pushed to their limits. In extreme environments, the wrong material choice can result in catastrophic failure.  From high-heat industrial systems to subzero outdoor applications and high-pressure assemblies, you must consider how temperature and environmental stress affect fastener performance. Material expansion, brittleness, corrosion resistance, and mechanical strength ... Read more

3D Printed Fasteners vs. Cold-Formed Fasteners: Pros, Cons & Use Cases

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Advancements in additive manufacturing technology are reshaping industries. With all the buzz about 3D printing, it’s natural to ask if the technology could eventually replace tried-and-true fastener manufacturing methods. My short answer is no…not yet at least. But depending on your needs, both approaches have their place. TL;DR: 3D-Printed vs. Cold-Formed Fasteners - 3D-Printed Fasteners ... Read more

Have You Heard These Benefits of Cold Forming Steel Fasteners?

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One method of manufacturing steel fasteners stands out for its efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness: cold forming. This technique involves shaping metal through force alone, without additional heat or cutting processes. At Wilson-Garner, we’re proud to utilize this technique to produce high-quality carbon steel and alloy fasteners. We know all the ins and outs of cold … Read more

Rolled Threads vs. Cut Threads

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Generally speaking, there are two main methods of producing external threads on a fastener: rolling and cutting. Wondering which one may be best for your application? Let’s take a look at rolled threads vs. cut threads, examine the differences between them, and identify what advantages and disadvantages each brings to the table. What Are Rolled … Read more

What Is Cold Forming?

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As you may know, there are several ways to make fasteners, including cold forming, hot forging, and machining. While each of these processes works well for their intended applications, this article will focus solely on cold forming. We’ll take a closer look at what cold forming is, how it works, and what its advantages and … Read more

Understanding Metric Bolt and Screw Grades (and Head Markings)

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We’ve talked about how to use head markings to determine the different grades and manufacturers of inch-series bolts, but metric bolt and screw head markings are a whole different beast. They’re not a beast we can’t tackle though. Let’s walk through how to decipher metric bolt and screw grades, plus their head markings, using one ... Read more

Proof Load, Yield Strength, and Tensile Strength of Fasteners

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In the fastener world, you’ll often hear terms like proof load, yield strength, and tensile strength tossed around when referring to the strength of a given fastener. For those unfamiliar with the precise meanings of these terms, I thought I’d devote a blog post to help define them and their relation to one another. Proof ... Read more