Fasteners For The Solar Industry
9 August 2021
Buying Guides, Fasteners
The general fasteners used in the solar energy marketplace are high strength break stem and lockbolt systems. Where spot welding is not practical our solutions are perfect! Also, unlike nuts and bolts this method is less costly, less time consuming and more feasible!
These fastening systems are designed for high strength, secure assembly. They’re quick and simple to place, durable and long lasting making them the ideal solution for solar energy applications!
Benefits our systems provide for the solar energy marketplace:
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High Speed assembly with robust and reliable tooling
Designed for use in demanding engineering environments, we can offer tools which have a history of reliability and robustness to provide accurate and secure installation within seconds!
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Elimination of torque issues
The fasteners are mechanically locked, eliminating possible over/under torquing which causes stripping or loose joints.
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Consistent high clamp
Elimination of loosening due to variations in temperature, no need for periodic tightening.
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Simple to install
No need for special operator skills.
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Tamper-proof joints
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Vibration resistant
Monobolt Breakstem Rivet:
Multi-grip structural breakstem fasteners provide a fully sealed joint and visible lock.
· High speed, blindsided assembly
· Excellent hole fill via radially expanded body
· Strong, vibration resistant joints
· Large gap closing capability
· Stem mechanically locked into body
Avbolt Structural Blind Fastener Structural blind fastener
Offers high tensile and shear strength normally only possible with non-blind lockbolts.
· High tensile and shear strength
· High grip capability suits a wide variety of material thicknesses
· Ideal for areas with restricted access
Avdelok & Avdelok XT Lockbolts
High strength, vibration resistant lockbolts with high, controlled clamp.
· Access required from both sides of the application
· Wide choice of materials, sizes, head forms and collar options to suit a wide variety of applications
· High, controlled clamp provides excellent vibration resistance
· Quick to install
· Easy to inspect for tampering
NeoBolt Lockbolts
High strength, vibration resistant lockbolts without pin break.
· No metal waste, eco-friendly
· Shockless installation
· Fine pitch groove design for superior vibration resistance
· Collar ‘fit-up’ feature for easy pre-assembly of the joint
· Fast and consistent installation
Strength Comparison 10 mm Steel Fasteners