Taptite screw is a type of self-tapping screw, to better understand and use it, here we’ll break down its definition, types, uses, advantages, and basic sizes (dimensions). What Is a Taptite Screw? Taptite (TAPTITE®) is a brand name for a type of tri-lobular thread forming screw. It has a unique thread design that a......

In this article, let’s explore the production of screws, which involves the machining methods, surface treatment types, and common materials. Machining Methods of Screws 1. Turning is a common me......

Self-tapping screws are an important type of fastener used in construction, here let’s talk about the self-tapping screw uses, development, sizes, and differences between self-tapping and self-drilling screws. What Is Self Tapping Screw and What Is It Used for? ......

Concrete screws are a type of screw generally used in concrete, brick, and block, how do you tell if a screw is a concrete screw and when should you use it? In this article, let’s learn about concrete screw basics and the drill bit size used for that. What Is Concrete Screw? ......

The 1018 mild steel is similar to A36 chemically, when it comes to picking one of them, which one should you choose? We’ll compare them in different aspects and list all the differences between 1018 and A36. What is A36 Steel? ......

Tungsten metal is one of the toughest materials, today let’s get into an in-depth look at tungsten, mainly covering the tungsten advantages, properties, uses, and tungsten alloy types. What is Tungsten? ......

Tungsten is ideal for broad applications but it is not an easy-to-machine alloy, in this article, we want to talk about the tungsten machining challenges, speeds & feeds, processes, and cutting fluid. Is Tungsten Hard to Machine? ......

If you are not sure which one to choose between anodizing and electroplating, here we’ll get into a comparison to figure out the similarities and differences bewtween electroplating and anodizing. What Is Anodizing? ......