Posts Tagged 'thread lubricant'

An Easy Preventative Against Catastrophic Bolt Failure

A dry bolt can be a dangerous bolt.

This statement may seem a bit dramatic, but the plain truth is that using the proper lubricant on your threaded fasteners is more important than you may realize, especially if you work in an industry where bolt problems can significantly impact production and profitability.

Bolt failure, loose bolts, leaking joints, damaged gaskets and uneven flange alignment are the result of improper bolt preload. Even one poorly ...