Rising material costs, tighter production schedules and increasing demand volatility are changing how manufacturers assess efficiency. Dave Gregory, Area Sales Manager at assembly tools manufacturer Desoutter Tools, explains why rework is no longer a downstream issue and how greater visibility at the point of assembly is becoming critical to controlling it.

Underestimating the level of variation in thread friction and surface conditions can undermine the effectiveness of the applied torque and resulting preload and, in extreme cases, lead to joint failure. The solution, say the experts at BUMAX is to always choose fasteners manufactured from premium stainless steel under high-quality production processes that have less surface roughness and variation in frictional behaviour.

As composite production ramps up across civil aerospace, a recurring constraint emerges during assembly, particularly at the drilling stage for carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) aerostructures. Christopher Lloyd, aerospace engineer at industrial drilling tool manufacturer Desoutter Tools, outlines how manufacturers can maintain stability as output increases.

Roeland De Sonnaville, Business Development Director at Fabory Group explains why fasteners are a CBAM blind spot.

The experts at Staytite explore the lessons learned from Bretigny-sur-Orge (one of France's most significant railway accidents), and discuss how technologies such as Staytite's Hardlock Nuts are helping engineers address the challenge of maintaining secure bolted connections in demanding rail environments.

The UK lags behind the rest of the world on automation. In sectors where adhesive dispensing is a routine part of assembly, that gap represents a real competitive disadvantage. Here, Matt Baseley, Head of Sales at adhesives and dispensing systems supplier Intertronics, examines ten reasons for investing in automation.

Access hardware success is built around customer commitment, agility and product innovation. In this conversation with Alex Picarelli, Commercial Director at Southco Manufacturing, he reveals all.

Howard Green, Senior Account Manager at industrial tools manufacturer Desoutter, explains why execution control is becoming critical to defence electronics manufacturing.

Personal protective equipment plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of defence personnel. Gear such as armour, helmets, and eye protection is critical for mission success, and must therefore be designed and manufactured to the highest standards. Adhesive technology plays a key role in this process and is constantly evolving to meet modern requirements, as the experts at Permabond explain.