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News Release from: Profil UK | Subject: URN pierce nut
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 07 March 2007
Advanced pierce nut system to be
launched
An advanced pierce nut system offers a fast and reliable method of mounting M6 steel threads in sheet metal components up to 1.9mm thick.
Profil UK's recently announced URN nut will be exhibited for the first time in the UK as part of the company's presentation of advanced pierce fastening solutions for sheet metal applications, on Stand G8 at the Midlands Manufacturing Show which takes place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on April 18-19, 2007 Offering a fast and reliable method of mounting M6 steel threads in sheet metal components up to 1.9mm thick, Profil's new URN nut is a highly cost-effective solution for applications requiring good dynamic, static and impact load performance in light gauge materials
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 5 Jun 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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Further examples from the company's extensive range of fastening solutions for sheet metal applications will focus on the ability to accurately install high strength male or female threads in components up to 4.0mm thick.
They will include pierce nuts and studs in standard and large flange configurations, as well as shouldered, conical, ultra low profile, high shear, flush fitting and restricted access types.
All are available with M6-M12 threads in a variety of materials for installation in coated or uncoated materials, high tensile, stainless and sandwich steels, aluminium sections and even magnesium castings.
Special-purpose products on display will include: Profil's two-piece electrical earthing fastener; a novel ball pin fastener that provides high strength pivot points for components such as vehicle bonnet or tailgate assemblies; the company's heavy duty NBR location stud and multi-functional RSN 'top hat' nuts, which produce secure, water-tight mountings for vehicle after-market roof racks as well as significant build quality benefits and cost savings.
Fasteners in Profil's corrosion-resistant Magni finish, capable of withstanding more than 1000h of salt spray without rusting, will also be showcased at the exhibition demonstrating the syste''s suitability for even the most aggressive operating environments.
Feeding and insertion equipment for installing more than 100 fasteners /min at least an order of magnitude faster than riveted or welded methods will also be on show.
Profil's ability to achieve vibration resistant fixings with high static, dynamic and impact load capabilities, will be further underlined by the company's display of applications on the BMW Mini, Mercedes A class, Range-Rover's Discovery and all-new Freelander, as well as Ford's Ka, Fiesta and Focus models.
Collectively, more than 800 Profil fasteners are employed in their construction in areas ranging from wing mirror retention to safety-critical engine, gearbox and subframe mountings.
* About Profil UK - based in Coalville, Leicestershire, Profil UK draws on more than 30 years experience in the development and application of pierce fastening technology.
The company offers a comprehensive range of fastener styles and installation equipment all backed by ISO TS 16959 certification and is a principal supplier to customers throughout the automotive, domestic appliance and sheet metal fabrication sectors. Request a free brochure from Profil UK ...
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