When people are designing lightweight products, or repairing a worn-out thread, a dependable fastening tool can make a big difference. This is where self tapping threaded inserts can come into play.

Self-tapping screws are usually drilled into pre-made holes (pilot holes) in metals, such as zinc, aluminum, and bronze and its alloys, as well as plastics and resin-impregnated plywood. They create ...

It seems like there are a million ways to attach stuff to your car. You can use adhesives, rivet nuts, bolts or if you're some type of savage, there are zip-ties. Self-tapping screws also get used a ...