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Raw Materials

Steel

Strong, machinable, and weldable but lacks corrosion resistance

Power Transmission

Lead Screws

Pair with lead screw nuts to move components in a straight line

Lead Screw Nuts

Lead Screw Nuts

Mate with lead screws to move components in a straight line

Lead Screw Collars

Lead Screw Collars

Position components and limit travel along a lead screw

Connecting Rods

Connecting Rods

Use with rod ends and swivel joints to link components in push/pull assemblies

Rod Ends

Use with connecting rods to support loads and control steering, tensioning, or pivoting motion

Rod End Inserts

Rod End Inserts

Attach to rod ends to increase the amount of misalignment they can handle

Shafts

Transmit power, motion, and speed between machine components

Ball Screws and Nuts

Ball Screws and Nuts

Internal ball bearings roll on screws for low friction when moving components at high speeds

Lead and Ball Screw End Supports

Lead and Ball Screw End Supports

Brace and secure the ends of lead screws and ball screws

Fastening and Joining

Dowel Pins

Align parts before assembly or use as a pivot, shaft, or hinge to join moving components

Dowel Pin Stock

Dowel Pin Stock

Cut to the length you need for positioning and holding parts in place

Standoffs

Threaded to separate or connect parts as well as position components in assemblies

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Rebar

Reinforces concrete to reduce the chance it will crack from expansion and contraction

Measuring and Inspecting

Variance Indicator Extension Rods

Variance Indicator Extension Rods

Lengthen the reach of your variance indicator

Fabricating and Machining

Lathe Tool Blanks

Lathe Tool Blanks

Machine custom lathe tool bits

Building and Machinery Hardware

Weld-Together Framing and Fittings

Weld-Together Framing and Fittings

Permanently join rails and fittings to assemble heavy duty racks, shelving, and work tables

The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog. Pedestal (35" Ht. x 4" Wd. x 4" Dp.)