Introducing the Tanner Fasteners Handbook!

Welcome to the Tanner Fasteners Handbook – your go-to reference for understanding the essential components that hold everything together. Whether you’re in manufacturing, maintenance, design, or just love building things, this series is here to provide clear, practical guidance on the world of fasteners. From bolts and screws to materials and markings, we’ll walk through the basics and beyond – all in an easy-to-navigate format.

In our first installment, we’re laying the foundation by exploring the major categories of fasteners – including bolts, screws, nuts, and washers – and how they’re used in different applications. We’ll also look at common materials like steel, stainless steel, and brass, and why material choice matters for performance and corrosion resistance. To wrap it up, we introduce strength classifications like grade (SAE) and class (ISO), and what those numbers really mean when selecting the right fastener for the job.