Gas Spring Dampers Beginners Guide

Wire springs are now frequently replaced by gas springs. They are intended to store mechanical energy, just like all springs. Gas springs have a different construction from wire springs, which are constructed of coiled metal wire. To store mechanical energy, …

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Introduction to Drawer Slides

You can’t add drawers to a piece of furniture without using drawer slides. When building dressers, chest of drawers, nightstands or even computer workstations, you’ll need to use drawer slides. Each drawer requires the use of a pair of drawer …

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What’s the difference between plastic hinges and living hinges?

The majority of people picture metal door hinges when they think of hinges. The classic design of door hinges has two leaves and an incorporated knuckle. They are frequently made of metal, such as bronze, brass, copper, or stainless steel. …

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Type of Self Clinching Fasteners

At MRO Hardware we provide self clinching captive fasteners in numerous sizes and variations. We can review your application and provide you with the best clinch fastener for your project needs. Self Clinching Nuts When selecting self clinching nuts for …

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Need packaging or kitting services?

MRO Hardware is able to offer our customers industry leading packaging solutions through other OneMonroe properties. MRO Hardware is your trusted source for packaging and kitting solution’s. To find out more, visit OneMonroe JHP, or call to speak to a …

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What is dampening direction in a gas spring?

Springs are not all mechanical. There are gas springs that feature compressed gas, living up to their name. They can be used to place moving pieces. The gas pressure will rise when it is subjected to a load, allowing the …

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What is a weld fastener?

Fasteners that are resistance welded are physically binding and may replace the requirement for time-consuming welding procedures. Premium resistance weld fasteners provide for the permanent attachment of the fastener while allowing the attachment of additional components to an existing metal …

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Learn the Basics of Rivets.

There are many different kinds of rivets on the market right now. However, the majority feature a head on one end and a cylindrical body of a particular size that continues to the rivet’s tail. It is typical practice to …

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What is a Rivet Nut?

The terms nutserts, threaded inserts, rivnuts, and blind rivet nuts are frequently used to describe rivet nuts. The blind rivet nut’s one-piece construction enables it to be firmly fastened to the material it is attached to from a single side.  Since …

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