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Torque vs. Tension: Understanding Two Proven Approaches to Structural Fastening Structural joints rely on one critical factor to perform safely and consistently over time: clamp load. Whether you&rsq … read more

Why Trailer Manufacturers Use VMI to Control High-Volume Fastener Inventory In trailer manufacturing, production efficiency depends on many factors. Chief among those factors is ensuring you have the … read more

Explore the Strength of Huck Tools — In Stock and Ready to Work At Austin Hardware®, we don’t just supply Huck fastening systems. As an official Huck distributor partner, we have inve … read more

Introducing Our New Industrial Hardware Blog Series Modern industrial manufacturing needs more than just parts on a shelf. It demands precision, reliability, and efficiency throughout every stage of … read more

  Adhesives vs. Mechanical Fasteners: Choosing the Right Solution for the Job When it comes to joining materials, especially in transportation markets such as truck bodies, trailers, RVs, and mor … read more

Maximizing Efficiency with Vendor Managed Inventory and Cloud Based Technology for High-Turn Items Managing inventory effectively is critical in today's fast-paced industrial and commercial environme … read more

Pre-packaged fasteners offer substantial benefits for DIYers, dealers, and retailers alike. For DIY enthusiasts, they bring convenience and organization while also providing versatility and cost sa … read more

The Importance of Testing and Quality Control for Rivets The importance of working with rivet manufacturers whose testing and quality assurance programs meet regulatory requirements to produce certif … read more

Fabricators that work with removable panels need an efficient and reliable way to install them. However, the processes and hardware used significantly impact the end product. This post explains … read more

Blind rivets have several advantages over other permanently installed fasteners, such as solid or semi-tubular rivets, clinch fasteners, and traditional nuts and bolts. Because they can be installed … read more

In a previous post, we discussed many of the different types of standard fastening nuts. In this edition, we’ll talk about locknuts. The major difference between standard nuts and locknuts is s … read more

Fastening Nuts are a type of fastener with a threaded hole used along with a mating bolt to attach two or more parts. A nut is one of the most common fastener types in the world. Although common, the … read more