Exploring the Rising Need for Threaded Inserts Amid the Increasing Adoption of Aluminum in Modern Manufacturing In 2019, according to the International Aluminum Institute, the automotive industry made up 18% of the world’s total aluminum consumption annually. That number is expected to more than double to as much as 335
In a world filled with next-generation materials, is there still room for the threaded insert? Even in non-electrified vehicles, weight has grown as safety protocols demand more safety systems. According to NADA, the average weight of a new vehicle sold in the US in 2022 was 4,329 pounds – 1,000
Boosting precision while reducing production costs: The role of threaded inserts in aerospace manufacturing In the aerospace industry, precision, durability, and efficiency are critical in every aspect of design and assembly. Threaded inserts play a significant role in meeting these demands by helping streamline the assembly process while ensuring structural
Every ounce counts in the aerospace industry. Meanwhile, strength is also at a premium because commercial aircraft like the Boeing 737 have to consistently fly upwards of 500 miles an hour while military aircraft like the F-35A Lightning II typically fly faster than two times the speed of most commercial
When we work with our partners, we see them go through some of the same engineering struggles again and again when they’re considering fasteners. One of the most common challenges manufacturers face is deciding between off-the-shelf fasteners or custom options tailored to their specific project needs. Designing a new product
At CFI, we engineer custom screws nuts and bolts every day. One of the methods we use is called Cold Heading or Cold Forming. To answer the basic question, there is no difference between cold forming and cold heading, so the terms are truly interchangeable. The real difference is between
At CFI, we a majority of the people that we deal with are engineers. However, we do deal with “civilians” on a regular basis as well. That’s why we’ve put together a nice glossary of fastener terms for you to reference. Many of these are physics terms that are important
Quality Control in the component industry demands top-tier equipment—here’s what it is and how it helps clients The QC department plays a vital role in the industrial component industry, however there is a big difference between a world class QA/QC operation and a more pedestrian operation. In a standard industrial
How CFI’s ISO certification ensures consistent quality management and how it applies to the component industry Regardless of the industry, quality management is essential for success – especially with today’s discerning customers. In order to deliver a high-caliber product, that standard must go all the way down to the base
When you learn about the components industry, you can truly get into the weeds about the different types of threads. Here is a complete breakdown of the most commonly used thread types. While the most common types of threads are straight threads and tapered threads, there are several other types
