Content
2 modules
Difficulty
Basic
Course length
90 mins
Instructor
Jo Morris
Released
27 Oct 2026
Price
$79.95 USD
Description
Ah, the lowly Sheet Metal Screw – not even a proper term for this most ubiquitous fastener in all assemblydom! If you are a fastener nerd, then you know the proper term is “Tapping Screw”, but what else do you know – or not know – about holding sheet metal together with screws?
In this webinar, we explore the ins and outs of sheet metal screws. There is more to know about sheet metal screws than you may think! This is a technical presentation, but very appropriate for all levels of experience in the fastener industry.
Sheet Metal Screws is presented by Carmen Vertullo, owner and founder of Carver Labs.
Objectives
Topics Include -
- Specifications – ASME B18.6.3 – where most tapping screws are born
- IFI 112 – self drilling screws
- Metric sheet metal screws
- Standard thread forms
- Proprietary thread forms
- Spaced threads vs. machine screw threads
- Point styles
- Thread cutting vs. thread forming
- Materials – there’s more to steel and stainless
- Coatings and platings
- Drives and drivers
- Head styles and special features
- Applications – when to use what kind of screw – and when not to
- Troubleshooting sheet metal screw problems and failures
- Testing sheet metal screws – anybody can do it!
- Installation tips and tricks
- Special Bonus – a few things to know about wood screws and drywall screws
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate Passed Exam Certificate
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