Carbon fiber reinforced polymers (CFRP) have transformed aerospace, automotive, and high-performance applications by delivering exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and fatigue resistance. But how do you create reliable threaded connections in a material that’s fundamentally different from the metals we’ve been fastening for over a century? Threaded inserts. However, their performance in
Balancing Strength, Speed, and Material Compatibility in Plastics and Carbon Fiber As plastics and composites replace the use of metals in major industries, the question of how best to fasten complex assemblies is more relevant than ever. Self-tapping screws—fasteners that cut their own threads during installation—offer compelling benefits in these
How to Select Fasteners that Match the Properties of Composites and Plastics Arguably, nothing has revolutionized technological advancement and product design in key industries over the last 75 years like plastics and composites. Advancements in plastic and composite assemblies have driven advancements in key arenas such as aerospace, automotive, medical,
How custom components can help enhance durability in automotive assemblies while helping achieve bigger goals like emission standards for automakers In 2024, the CAFE standards for passenger cars stand at 54.5 MPG and are set to increase at 2% year over year for model year 2027 through 2031. Those kinds
See how the use of exotic materials, plastics and high-stress parts made threaded inserts a vital partner in the Appliance Industry As we move further into the 2020s, every household appliance seems to get more and more complicated. However, one thing remains the same: the need for seemingly simple,
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
Selecting the Optimal Threaded Insert Seating Method for Industrial Applications If your plastic or composite assemblies require more strength, heat-set and ultrasonic inserts may be the answer. Heat-Set and Ultrasonic Inserts offer and require more pull-out strength than even traditional press-in inserts. Both of these inserts find their strength by
Why traditional fastener designs may not work Over the last two decades – especially with the advent of heavy batteries in the automotive industry – the race for lightweight and high-performance composite assemblies has taken center stage. These assemblies, typically made from composites like carbon fiber and CFRP have become
