FTM 181: Should bolts stretch under load

FTM 181: Should bolts stretch under load

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published October, 27th, 2022 as “How to develop good methods for tightening stainless steel structural bolting” during episode 181 of Fully Threaded Radio. Well, hi everybody. This is Carmen Vertullo with the Fastener Training Minute, coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute […]

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FTM 180: Can you interchange drywall screws and wood screws?

Drywall screws and wood screws have some similarities, but just how interchangeable are they?

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published September 22nd, 2022 as “Can we interchange drywall screws and wood screws.” during episode 180 of Fully Threaded Radio. Hi Everyone, this is Carmen Vertullo with the Fastener Training Minute coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute and the AIM Testing […]

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FTM 179: Can the sulphur % in steel be too high?

Fastener Training Minute 179

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published August 18th, 2022 as “the chemical analysis requirements for SAE J429 fasteners, in particular Grade 5“, during episode 179 of Fully Threaded Radio. Hi everyone this is Carmen Vertullo coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute and the AIM Testing Laboratory […]

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FTM 178: Do drawings always reduce risk?

Do drawings always reduce the risk of producing a good fastener?

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published July 21st, 2022 as “Do drawings always reduce the risk of producing a good fastener?” during episode 178 of Fully Threaded Radio. Well, hello everyone this is Carmen Vertullo with the Fastener Training Minute coming to you from AIM Testing Laboratory, in […]

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FTM 174: How tight is too tight for a Nylon Insert Locknut?

FTM 174: How tight is too tight for a Nylon Insert Locknut?

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published March 17th, 2022 as “How tight is too tight for a Nylon Insert Locknut?” during episode 174 of Fully Threaded Radio. Hello everyone this is Carmen Vertullo with the Fastener Training Minute coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute and AIM […]

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FTM 173: How do I install Jam Nuts?

FTM 173: How do I install jam Nuts

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published February 16th, 2022 as “How do I install jam Nuts?” during episode 173 of Fully Threaded Radio. Well hi everyone, this is Carmen Vertullo with the Fastener Training Minute coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute and the AIM Testing Laboratory […]

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FTM 171: fasteners and their reuseability

FTM 171: fasteners and their reuseability

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published December 16th, 2021 as “fasteners and their reuseability”” during episode 171 of Fully Threaded Radio. Hi everyone., this is Carmen Vertullo with the Fastener Training Minute, coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute and the AIM Testing Laboratory here in beautiful […]

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FTM 169: When should we wax nuts?

Fastener Training Minute 169: When should we wax nuts?

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published October 21st, 2021 as “Should I be waxing my nuts??” during episode 169 of Fully Threaded Radio. Well, hi everyone. This is Carmen Vertullo with your Fastener Training Minute, coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute and the AIM Testing Laboratory […]

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FTM 168: When can I use a socket set screw as a stud?

FTM 168: When can I use a socket set screw as a stud?

This edition of the Fastener Training Minute with Carmen Vertullo was originally published September 18, 2021 as “When can I use a socket set screw as a stud?” during episode 168 of Fully Threaded Radio. Well, hi everybody., this is Carmen Vertullo with your Fastener Training Minute, coming to you from the Fastener Training Institute […]

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Episode 167 of Fully Threaded is live!

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Fully Threaded Radio episode 167 “Pass the Chips” was published August 12, 2021. Fastener industry legend and chip shot artist Mr. Robbie Gilchrist describes current market conditions, the future of the rep business, and how the NFDA found its way (18:28/1:30:25). AIM Testing Labs partner Rob LaPointe explains how hydrogen embrittlement is like an M&M (42:29). On the Fastener News Report, Fastener […]

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