FASTENERS & FIXINGS THE HUCK ® MAGNA-GRIP ®
STAR FASTENERS
Permanent Mechanical LockBolt
Like all Huck engineered fasteners , Magna-Grip offers a high level of vibration resistance to deal with the effects of fastening dynamic loads and is used in many harsh environments such as agricultural equipment , specialist structures , commercial vehicles and trailers , in fact wherever there is a need for a fastening solution as an alternative to welding .
In applications where a wide grip range is required and a flush pin break to the collar is beneficial , Huck Magna-Grip is the ideal fastener for the job . Magna-Grip can replace up to four traditional LockBolts . During installation the collar is swaged onto the Magna-Grip ‘ pin ’ and forms a permanent connection which consistently provides high , uniform installed values .
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING A HUCK MAGNA-GRIP FASTENER ?
• Unmatched installation speed – fastener than standard structural bolting assemblies and no re-torque is required .
• Low overall installed cost .
• Vibration resistance - forms a permanent , vibration-proof connection that promotes increased customer satisfaction and reduced warranty claims .
• Wide grip range : reduces inventory requirements and accommodates variations in joint thickness , 14.3 / 23.9mm .
• One pin and one collar cover a wide variety of applications : reducing the risk of incorrect fastener selection .
• Eliminates need for secondary operations and hole preparation isn ’ t critical .
• Built-in system values yield high consistent clamp loads and gap removal .
• No special training or skills required for operators .
• Flush pin-break : no catching on clothes , skin or goods .
Available Sizes : 3 / 16 ”, 1 / 4 ”, 5 / 16 ”, 3 / 8 ” Materials : Steel , Aluminium
For over 30 years , the Huck brand has set the standard for joining technology with a range of vibration-resistant , maintenance-free fastener options .
The Magna-Grip is a permanent Lockbolt and is therefore an ideal fastening solution for tough engineering environments and areas where security is a requirement . One such environment is the conveyor industry . Screw conveyors , feeders and dischargers based on Archimedean screw principles are an essential part of many storage and processing systems dealing with a wide variety of products including powdered , granular and even wet materials . They are used in a diverse range of industries from grain processing , feeds and foods to oilseeds , biomass , waste and minerals . In this high vibration and abrasive environment nuts and bolts might come loose and contaminate the product , this fastening method also needs ongoing maintenance and checks . The Magna-Grip is swaged and therefore offers a more secure fastening solution and eliminates the requirement of re-checking .
For over 30 years , the Huck brand has set the standard for joining technology with a range of vibration-resistant , maintenancefree fastener options . The Magna-Grip is commonly used in the commercial vehicle bodybuilding industry and is installed in wide variety of applications such as roof supports to roof rails , sider-raves to cross-bearer ’ s and then cross-bearers to chassis cleats . In these examples it has replaced the need for welding and nuts and bolts . For trailers , Huck fasteners offers a broad range of fasteners including HuckBolts and both structural and non-structural blind fasteners for the assembly of subframes , kick rails , various panels , roof assemblies , and floors . Each of these fasteners delivers an impressive combination of clamp , tensile strength , and zero-maintenance performance . Huck fasteners provide the industry ’ s most advanced fastening solutions , they are 100 % maintenance-free . No re-checking . No re-torquing . No re-tightening . So , a truck or trailer that is assembled using Huck fasteners represents a better value ; delivers better life cycle value through , reduced warranty claims , and longer life .
Specialists in the supply of Huck Fasteners , Star Fasteners are proud to be the UK ’ s largest Huck fastener distributor . Working with a diverse range of end users and distributors from across a number of industries including general engineering , rail , solar , wind power automotive , marine and all of the structural construction markets . In fact , they are widely used in any industry where a quality , strong and dependable fastener is a required … application possibilities are endless !
Star Fasteners are also an accredited Huck tool service and repair centre ; expert technical knowledge and a large tool hire fleet complements the service .
For more information about Star Fasteners unique value-added services have a look on starfasteners . co . uk or contact us on the following : Tel : + 44 ( 0 ) 115 9324939 email : sales @ starfasteners . co . uk www . starfasteners . co . uk
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