When selecting a fastener, you must take into account your application’s specifications. Versatile in function, there are many types of fasteners, all of which  vary in size, shape, and material composition. In particular, screws are a type of fastener that is made of metal and is characterized by its male thread with helical ridges. This blog will cover hex cap screws which are a type of fastener that have a solid hexagonal head. Read more >>

While electrical circuits are diverse in their design and application, they all share a similar need for an electrical supply system. One of the most commonly implemented electrical supply devices is the distribution board or fuse box. Providing power to homes, commercial locations, and even some aircraft, the fuse box has become ubiquitous in modern circuitry. In this blog, we will discuss the design and function of fuse boxes and how they are implemented in aviation. Read more >>

Over the years, major strides have been made in the aviation industry in regard to technology. In particular, aircraft engines have seen improvements in terms of design, functionality, and performance. More recently, engines have been diversified to suit a wide range of airframes and mechanical systems. With this in mind, this blog will cover aircraft engine types and the models they serve. Read more >>

A servo valve is a type of electrically-operating fluid management device, and such components are capable of managing hydraulic fluids as they are directed to an actuator. With a small electrical signal, servo valves can operate powerful hydraulic cylinders with ease. Within the realm of defense, servo valves are key elements of countless machinery, vehicles, and other assemblies, facilitating the operations of supersonic fighter jets, launch vehicles, RADAR arrays, missile systems, and so much more. Servo valves are also utilized for aircraft carriers, ensuring that they can operate safely and efficiently. Read more >>

Centrifugal pumps are common mechanical devices that are capable of transferring fluids within a system, relying on rotational energy that is supplied by one or more motor driven rotor components known as impellers. With their use, centrifugal pumps find implementation in residential water supply systems, fire protection systems, sewage, food and beverage manufacturing, chemical production, oil and gas industrial applications, and much more. To help you understand how they benefit such industries and applications, we will discuss the functionality of such pumps below. Read more >>