Push-to-Start Electric Screwdrivers Increase Manufacturing Productivity

Push-to-Start Electric Screwdrivers Increase Manufacturing Productivity & Efficiency

Power Assembly Tools, Productivity, Uncategorized, Videos

Electric screwdrivers are an effective solution for manufacturing engineers to mitigate manufacturing risks, low productivity, and high product scrap rates. As production demands ramp up, electric torque screwdrivers allow manufacturers to increase productivity, lower costs, and reduce product defects. Power-driven screwdrivers provide precision torque control, improve production efficiency, and improve process reliability. These assembly tools…

Torque Screwdrivers

Tips for Selecting a Preset or Adjustable Torque Screwdriver

Assembly, Manufacturing, Torque Screwdriver

There are various “Preset” and “Adjustable” torque screwdrivers, but selecting the correct hand screwdriver for your application depends on your process requirements. Preset torque screwdrivers are ideal for production applications where consistent torque is critical. Adjustable screwdrivers are suitable for fastening applications where quick torque setting adjustments are necessary for fasteners of different sizes. Preset…

Scout Screw Counter

Improve Production Quality by Implementing a Screw Counting Process

Error-Proofing, Power Assembly Tools, Process Control

Fastening regimes with multiple screws are susceptible to fastening failures such as cross-threading, cam-outs, stripped screws, omissions, and unfinished rundowns. A screw counting process is an error-prevention technique that allows an engineer to detect and eliminate costly screw-fastening errors during the assembly process. Monitoring the fastening process allows production managers to correct fastening errors rather…

Torque Wrench Calibration

A Guide for Selecting a Torque Tool Calibration Certificate

Measure Torque, Torque Calibration, Torque Testing, Uncategorized

Calibration certificates play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of torque measurement devices. Understanding the difference between accredited and non-accredited certifications is important, as the value and benefits of each certification type are essential for maintaining operational integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance. What is a Calibration Certificate? A calibration certificate attests that…

Preset Torque Wrenches

How the Best Preset Torque Wrenches Make Assembly Lines More Productive

Process Control, Quality, Torque Wrench

Manufacturing companies must meet high standards for product quality. Products manufactured on assembly lines must be identical. However, fastening every bolt in every product to the same degree is difficult, if not impossible, for an employee to do without mechanical aids. This variability in fastening results demands the intervention of a tool that can control…

Measuring Micro Torque With a Low Torque Sensor

Measure Torque, Torque Calibration, Torque Sensors, Torque Testing

The MTX is a precision-engineered micro-torque sensor designed for calibrating and testing small hand screwdrivers, torque wrenches, and power tools. Its low-profile design allows for versatile use, including testing automation and robotic fastening applications. When used in conjunction with a torque tester, these MTX torque sensors provide reliable and accurate results. The torque sensor is…

Error Preventions tools for Automotive Manufacturer

Automotive HVAC Manufacturer Implements Error Prevention Tools for Process Optimization

Error-Proofing, Manufacturing, Power Assembly Tools, Process Control, Productivity, Quality

At their United Kingdom facility in Whales, an engineering team sought a tooling solution to resolve an ongoing risk with some fastening applications. The project was for AC units that they produce for Volvo automobiles. They were interested in a power tool to enhance the process reliability and production efficiency to prevent product defects and…

Position Control Torque Arms

How to Ensure Screws are Fastened in the Correct Tightening Sequence

Ergonomics, Error-Proofing, Process Control, Videos

Did you know that an incorrect screw fastening sequence can provide unreliable results? The wrong sequence could cause manufacturing failures and add additional rework expenses. Joint relaxation occurs to some extent in all fastened joints and is a problem in joints where gaskets, or parts such as spring washers and plastics, are utilized. It can…

Torque Wrenches

Guide for Selecting a Precision Torque Wrench to Improve Process Control

Error-Proofing, Process Control, Torque Wrench

In any application where the fastening of bolts and screws is critical—which includes aerospace, automotive, medical device, electronics, and packaging industries, to name a few—businesses depend on torque tools to deliver the precise amount of force necessary to hold a fastener in place indefinitely. Whether you’re in manufacturing or maintenance, the most important attributes your…