Safety Please Wait Here, Keep a Safe Distance… Are Social Distancing Signs the New Normal? Eddie Burlem, April 6, 2020February 16, 2024 Social Distancing Signs have been popping up in stores and workplaces across the nation to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. These signs may seem strange or unnecessary at first. But in actuality, they currently deem the same importance as a stop sign at a busy intersection… With one of… Continue Reading
Safety QSSP Provide More than Just Personal Protection Equipment Eddie Burlem, March 13, 2020February 21, 2024 What Does QSSP Mean & Why Does that Matter? The Qualified Safety Sales Professional Program, abbreviated as QSSP, is the industry’s premier training program for safety sales professionals. Sales professionals that have qualifies as a QSSP have broadened their technical expertise in health & safety, gaining a high-caliber understanding of… Continue Reading
Fasteners Thin Material Fastening & Blind Fastening Solutions in 1 Eddie Burlem, March 11, 2020February 16, 2024 Threaded Rivet Nuts Solve Thin Material & Blind Fastening Problems When looking for fastening solutions for applications in thin materials where there is access from only one side of the working material, also known as a “blind” application, threaded rivet nuts can be the fasteners you are looking for. Threaded… Continue Reading
Fasteners New Rivets, Rivet Nuts & Installation Tools Available Now Eddie Burlem, February 14, 2020February 16, 2024 Quality Fastening Solutions the First Time, Every Time Tanner is happy to announce our launch of a new line of Rivets, Rivet Nuts & Rivet Installation Tools. Our new blind rivet line includes a wide variety of blind rivet styles designed for the most popular riveting applications. In addition to… Continue Reading
Fasteners What are Hex Cap Screws? Eddie Burlem, January 7, 2020February 16, 2024 Hex Cap Screws are fasteners featuring a hexagonal, six-sided, head with a washer face on the bearing surface and a chamfered point. Commonly used in construction and machine assemblies, hex cap screws are one of the most common fasteners used on the jobsite today. Specifications for hex cap screws are… Continue Reading
Fasteners Coarse vs Fine Thread – What Thread Type Do I Need? Eddie Burlem, October 4, 2019February 21, 2024 Fastener Thread Styles Have you ever been stuck trying to figure out when to use a coarse thread vs fine thread fastener? Don’t worry you aren’t alone. Most people would be surprised to learn about the significant characteristic differences between the two. Each type of threading has its own benefits… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Picking the Correct Countersink for Your Next Job Jmiller, August 15, 2019January 30, 2024 What are Countersinks Used for? A countersink is a cutting tool that cuts a conical hole into a base material and can be used for a number of different applications. The main use of countersinks is to cut a hole to allow the head of a countersunk screw or bolt,… Continue Reading
Safety Proper Safety Precautions WILL Save Money & Lives Eddie Burlem, July 19, 2019February 16, 2024 Safety is a Job Everyone Needs to Take Seriously While working at heights, it is very important to take the proper safety precautions & to use the correct fall protection equipment each and every time. No matter the size of the job, safety should never take a back seat. Continue Reading
Fasteners Marine Grade 316 (A4) Stainless Steel Bi-Metal Self-Drilling Screws Eddie Burlem, July 2, 2019March 28, 2024 EJOT® SUPER-SAPHIR JT6 Self-Drilling Screws EJOT® SUPER-SAPHIR JT6 self-drilling screws are made from Marine Grade 316 Stainless Steel Bi-Metal. They feature a screw head and threads that are made of 316 stainless steel, providing exceptional corrosion protection and superior ductility. SUPER-SAPHIR JT6 self-drilling screws have a classic drill point and are… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Find the Correct Cutting Wheel for Your Next Job Eddie Burlem, June 21, 2019February 16, 2024 United Abrasives Cutting Wheels Make Tough Jobs Easy The versatility of United Abrasives cutting wheels has made the jobs of welders, fabricators and maintenance technicians easier. Cutting wheels provide them with a quick and simple way to cut pieces of metal without the need for dragging around bulky equipment. But… Continue Reading