We'll use this space to keep you updated on the latest developments at Spaenaur during the COVID-19 pandemic UPDATE July 27: Our retail counter is now open for business. As part of our safety precautions we will not be able to accept cash payments and our hours of operation will be 8:00-4:30. We will also be limiting the number of customers allowed inside at one time. Thank you for your understanding, we look forward to serving you in person again! We also remain open for shipments and … [Read more...] about Message to customers regarding COVID-19
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Rivet Types with Video
Click here to shop for rivets in the Spaenaur Catalog Rivets Trivia: Rivets are one of the oldest fastening devices in the world, being used as early as 3000 B.C. in Egypt to make tools. The first rivet nut was created and named Rivnut® by BF Goodrich in the 1930s. It was first used to mount rubber de-icing boots to aircraft wings. Over 10 million rivets were used in the construction of the Queen Mary cruise ship. There are many types of rivets, here are a few: Solid … [Read more...] about Rivet Types with Video
Do You Use the Slang or the Correct Fastener Term?
Slang Term Correct Term Stripper Bolt Shoulder Bolt Fairy bolt Countr-bor Bolt Chicago Screw Binder Post & Screw Acorn/Crown Nut Cap Nut Grub Screw Nylon Set Screw Tap-Tite Screw Thread-rolling Screw PEM Nut Self-Clinching nut Shear Pin Dowel Pin Spring Clips Retaining Rings Christmas Tree Fastener Ratchet Fastener Piano Hinge Continuous Hinge Punch Rivet Solid Rivet Floating or Cage Nut Standard Nut … [Read more...] about Do You Use the Slang or the Correct Fastener Term?