blind fastener

What’s New With Blind Riveting

Versatile tools and advanced rivets enhance the benefits of this popular fastening method.

January 4, 2018

Little things not only mean a lot, they can also explain a lot. Consider a spent blind-rivet mandrel, which is only 1 to 2 inches in length, but has tiny markings that provide a wealth of information to veteran rivet-tool-supplier salespeople like Michelle Donath at Yamazen Inc.

Screwdriving & Riveting

New Technology Ensures Error-Proof Fastening

Some 40 suppliers of screwdriving, nutrunning and riveting tools displayed their latest technologies at the 2016 ASSEMBLY Show.

John Sprovieri

January 10, 2017

Here's a taste of some of the new fastening tools that were seen at the 2016 ASSEMBLY Show.

Screwdriving and Riveting

New Fastening Tools, Accessories Improve Ergonomics, Accuracy

John Sprovieri

February 10, 2016

The ASSEMBLY Show hosts some 38 suppliers of screwdrivers, nutrunners, screw feeders, torque-reaction arms, rivet guns and other fastening products.

Design for Riveting

John Sprovieri

January 6, 2012

Whether the job calls for heading studs or installing blind rivets, these tips will help you design better joints.

Hybrid Riveting

August 16, 2005

Joining dissimilar materials has long posed a challenge for design engineers. However, by combining different technologies such as adhesive bonding and mechanical fasteners, manufacturers can create strong, rigid assemblies.

Assembly Handbook: Blind Riveting

Austin Weber

June 1, 2001

Whenever access is limited, blind rivets offer assemblers a unique way to see their way past fastening challenges. This article explains the advantages and limitations of blind rivets, and it reviews the various options for fasteners and installation equipment.