Technical Articles
Pivot Point, Inc. has published these technical articles:
(Fastening and Joining)
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This FAQ article answers some of the most commonly asked questions about our popular SLIC Pins....
(Machine Shop Services)
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Glossary of terms related to steels....
(Stock Fabricated Materials and Shapes)
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Chemical Composition - Steels, Alloys and Stainless Chart...
(Stock Fabricated Materials and Shapes)
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Chart for Mechanical Properties of Steel - Condition, Strength, Hardness, Machinability...
(Wire and Cable Accessories)
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Standard and Split Wire Gauge Decimal Conversion Table...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Introduction to Cold Heading
Cold heading is a cold forming process that essentially involves applying
force with a punch to the end of a metal blank contained in a die. The force
must exceed the...
(Fastening and Joining)
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The SLIC Pin applications guide provides practical examples where SLIC Pin™ technology has been successful in reducing labor, solving fastening challenges, or improving function in an...
(Fastening and Joining)
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When Pivot Point was presented with a challenging fastening application for hospital beds, our inventive engineers got to work! The manufacturer needed a secure but convenient fastening system to...
(Fastening and Joining)
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A long-time customer of Pivot Point approached us with a concept for a drive rod in a condiment dispenser, but needed a quick-release mechanism at the tip. Learn more about the application, the...
(Fastening and Joining)
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Pivot Point's latest case study focuses on the design process behind a steel lanyard - used to tether scupper plugs to marine vessels....
(Fastening and Joining)
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In this challenge, our solution actually increased both the safety of the end product, as well as the ease and speed of assembly, in order to surpass customer expectations....
(Fastening and Joining)
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Kenyon Grills needed a solution to quickly remove/re-attach grill lids. The solution had to be easy to clean, rust resistant, heat resistant, low-profile and a single-piece design with no components...