Improve Torque Control with In-Process Monitoring

How to Improve Torque Control with In-Process Monitoring

Assembly processes generate a vast amount of fastening data in real-time that can provide valuable information to aid manufacturers in making more intelligent process decisions and minimizing quality failures while maximizing productivity. A smart torque control system equipped with a transducer constantly measures torque in real time and feeds data into the system. In-process monitoring…

FG-IFR (Impact Free Resetting) preset screwdriver

Torque Screwdriver for Vibration Sensitive Fastening Applications

Mountz FG-IFR (Impact Free Resetting) preset screwdrivers use a cam-over mechanism to improve process control and productivity. The unique IFR cam over design provides a low-impact reset mechanism, ideal for assembling shock-sensitive components that reduce the vibration transmitted in the screw tightening process—ideal for fastening delicate parts such as electronics, plastics, and medical devices. Torque…

FG Mini Preset Torque Screwdrivers

Prevent Over-Torque Events for Micro Fastening Applications

Production planning for torque application with micro-sized fasteners requires an engineer to find a solution to mitigate product scrap risks. It doesn’t require much force to over-torque miniature fasteners. Critical fastening assemblies, such as navigation systems for high-performance aircraft, automobiles, and machine tools, a product failure can cause severe quality issues. The rework time and…

Mountz Smart Cordless Screwdrivers

How to Preset Torque Values for a Smart Cordless Screwdriver

Mountz’s all-in-one DC transducerized smart cordless screwdriver system safeguards against fastening failures for quality-minded engineers with critical industrial manufacturing applications requiring documented precision and accuracy torque control. With innovative fastening strategies and high-precision torque accuracy, the EPT provides manufacturers with the flexibility of a cordless tool with the latest error-proofing and traceability benefits – helping…

EPT-Series Transducerized Smart Cordless Screwdrivers

Portable Torque Control with Transducerized Smart Battery Screwdriver

The Mountz EPT is an all-in-one transducerized smart cordless screwdriver solution built for reliability and efficiency in a high-tech manufacturing process. With innovative fastening strategies and high-precision torque accuracy, the EPT provides manufacturers with the flexibility of a cordless tool with the latest error-proofing and traceability benefits – helping to reduce manufacturing defects and improve…

5 Ways to Improve Process Efficiency with Fastening Automation Workflows

5 Ways to Improve Process Efficiency with Fastening Automation Workflows

Is lost productivity impacting your manufacturing output? Repetitive fastening tasks managed across multiple workstations, tools, and assembly operators is an opportunity to improve process efficiency. Implementing a fastening automation workflow allows engineers to bridge the productivity gap. Grouping similar processes and assigning standardized tightening tasks allows manufacturers to streamline the assembly productivity process and remove…

Mountz NF-Series Brushless Electric Screwdrivers

Increase Manufacturing Productivity with NF-Series Electric Screwdrivers

Faster than hand tools, electric torque screwdrivers are ideal for high-volume assembly operations where speed is of the essence. These tools can either be operated by assembly workers or robotic applications. The NF-Series brushless electric screwdrivers add precision and repeatability to the assembly process. Electric screwdrivers with brushless motors are engineered for higher efficiency and…

How to Implement Error-Proofing Manufacturing

Error-Proofing Step to Prevent Incomplete Fastening Run Downs

Error-proofing the fastening process improves manufacturers’ quality control process by reducing the number of defective products pulled from the assembly line and hedging the risk of liability from product failures in the field. A screw rattling loose in the avionics of a high-performance jet or from an implanted medical device can cause significant liability and…

Torque and Angle Fastening Method

Torque and Angle Tightening Method

The Mountz smart electric screwdriver system offers a parameter setting option for an assembly application requiring torque and angle operation. The ECT and EC-Series electric screwdrivers allow a fastening process to torque a fastener to a preset value and then rotate a designated amount of degrees. The torque and angle process first tightens the fasteners…

Multi Sequence Fastening

How to Program a Multi Sequence Fastening Process for a Smart Electric Screwdriver System

The Mountz smart electric screwdriver allows you to program multiple torque preset values and fastening steps into a single rundown event. Group similar processes and assign standardized tasks: program fastening sequences and torque tolerances for each fastener in a sequence for sensitive and complex assembly joints. You can achieve multiple fastening tasks with one tooling…