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Transform your operations with SmartBolts® DTI™, the original direct tension indicating fastener – invented and …

From indispensable industrial machinery to towering bridges, the HARDLOCK® nut has an unbeatable track record …

Pre-Installation Verification of 1-1/2″ 490 bolts with Squirter® DTIs. Remember the golden rule: Tighten until …

The bigger the bolt, the higher the safety requirement. So, what’s the biggest SmartBolts® DTI™ …

In Japan, sleepers on bridge structures are securely fastened using a unique hooked bolt. When a train …

Tens of millions of our Squirter® DTIs have been used in structural steel projects across …

We are proud to announce that the Quality Management System that we use to manufacture …

When discussing methods to secure bolts and prevent them from loosening, the commonly mentioned options …

Did you know there are 1500 bolts in the average wind turbine? Operators of wind …

The HARDLOCK® nut also works with the wedge technique. However unlike the NORDLOCK® washer which …

Are you an engineer in search of rustproof and vibration-resistant products? Look no further than …

American Institute of Steel Construction kicked off its Need for Speed (N4S) initiative with the …

SmartBolts® DTI™ in critical bolted connections can reduce the risk associated with safety hazards in …

Solar panels are either mounted on rooftops or on the ground and are exposed to …

The DuraSquirt® DTI Sigle Pass Flange System allows a flange to be torqued in a single pass, …

SmartBolts® DTI™ have been incorporated into newly introduced underwater cable solution for offshore wind turbines. …

Although the same can be said for most equipment, pumps for desalination and dewatering require …

Are your bolts looking like the picture on the left or right? With our DuraSquirt® …

The structural integrity of a bolted joint equals the safety of the overall structure. Rather than …

Recent HARDLOCK® nuts testing size of M20x2.5, SUS316L A4-100 (forged), unplated to be intended for …

You need torque to achieve tension, but the two values do not easily correlate. In …

SmartBolts® DTI™ visually monitor the condition of the slewing bearing joints in mining excavators, leading …

Advantages of HARDLOCK® nut:☝️ 💪Fail safe fastening performance in the most demanding environmentHARDLOCK® mechanism creates …

The Squirt™ media in DuraSquirt® DTIs has been engineered to withstand abuse from front exhaust …

Why does consistent torque produce inconsistent results? In our study, a consistent torque resulted in bolt …

A tunnel boring machine (TBM) also known as a “mole“, is a machine used to excavate tunnels …

Did you know Applied Bolting Technology manufacturers 50ksi DTIs to be used for Single Stud …

Apron feeders must withstand harsh mining conditions while operating reliably and without interruption. SmartBolts® DTI™ …

Solar modules are all about sustainability. These industries all about the energy for the future. …

The legacy criss-cross 16 Bolt Flange Torque Pattern > 1, 9, 5, 13, 3, 11, …

One of the most common failure mechanisms for bolts is fatigue. Fatigue is the phenomenon …

Take a look at all the inventions using the HARDLOCK® nut. Almost 200 patents found on …

DuraSquirt® DTI indication material hangs tough in Houston/USA. Our DuraSquirt® DTIs can be used as …

Slurry leakage, accelerated worn liners, broken bolts occur when bolt preload is too low. Bolt …

Everyday, SmartBolts® DTI™ secure critical electrical connections in MRI machines to help medical facilities provide …

Did you know the media from our DuraSquirt® DTIs can withstand years of punishment from …

We value each and every one of our customers and cannot express our gratitude enough …

Many electrical applications require control panels, transformers etc.. One of the largest causes of fires …

Data centers, industrial facilities, and large commercial buildings use busway to distribute power. SmartBolts® DTI™ …

It’s amazing what a difference these little guys make on overall efficiency and quality on a jobsite. Our …

More and more injection molding machines utilize ball screws with accurate servo motors to ensure …

Iron ore, coal, fertilizers, grains – before being transported around the world these materials are …

50,000 structural steel bolts ready to be tightened with Direct Tension Indicators (DTIs). Learn more …

In this case study, HARDLOCK® nut was chosen over double nutting for installation in seismic …

At the top of the Willis Tower, the third tallest building in the United States, …

Applied Bolting Technology – The best way to bolt! How much does unplanned downtime cost …

Automobile manufacturer had to recall a certain SUV type because of engine transmission shaft issues. These …

Lighting fixtures in runways and taxiways are critical to the safe operation of planes at …

Any BIC Magazine readers spot us in the latest issue? Flip to page 96 for …

In this case study, anchor bolts used to suspend ventilation fans were identified as a critical …

The Grand Coulee Dam is the largest hydropower facility in the United States. In a recent …

Squirter® DTIs make visual inspection easy with their bright orange indication media. Since this indication …

HARDLOCK® nuts are used for fixing elevator car guide rails of Tokyo Skytree, where life …

There’s a chance SmartBolts® DTI™ helped to produce the plastic parts in your vehicle. Manufacturers install SmartBolts® …

Tighten a flange in a single pass? Most people in the flange bolting industry would say, “Impossible!” …

In this case study, we showed the kind of problems that can occur with problematic …

HARDLOCK® set screws have been adopted as the new adaptive solution for holding pins in …