A screw consists of several distinct parts, one of which may make the screw differ from others. This article will focus on the screw point and break down various types of screw points. What Is a Screw Point? ......

There are various different types of head styles designed for screw-type fasteners, what are the common types of screw heads and what are they used for? Here we’ll also compare two basic designs, countersunk vs non-countersunk. Common Types of Screw Heads and Their Uses ......

ISO standard is an important guideline to follow in manufacturing and quality control, what ISO standards are applied to fasteners and what are they used for? We’ll also talk about the differences between ISO and ANSI standards here. What Are ISO Standards for Fasteners and Common Types? ......

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? ......