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Do you know your megapascals from your microns? What’s the difference between 4g6g and 6g? This webinar dives deep into areas that are usually given light treatment in metric fastener training. Do you know …    Metric thread specifications – where exactly do those numbers come from? What thread features to inspect and how to inspect them Understanding the metric tolerancing system What is required by ISO Metric Fastener Specifications – and what is not A summary of the most important ISO fastener standards A detailed comparison of inch and metric fastener specification How tight is right - for metric Obsolete and withdrawn Metric Fastener Specifications – what is in and what is out and what to do about it Speak with a metric accent – the math behind the meaning What’s better about metric fasteners than inch fasteners – and what’s not Are we ever going to go completely metric? Metric blueprints – a few things you need to know Metric fastener technical resources – how to find out what you need to know This webinar is appropriate for all levels of technical understanding. Those new to metric fasteners will be challenged and seasoned professionals will get a good refresher and learn a few things they did not know before. Metric Fasteners is presented by Instructed by Carmen Vertullo, owner and founder of Carver Labs. Thank you to Lindstrom for sponsoring this webinar.   Read more

Do you know your megapascals from your microns? What’s the difference between 4g6g and 6g? This webinar dives deep into areas that are usually given light treatment in metric fastener training. Do you know …    Metric thread specifications – where exactly do those numbers come from? What thread features to inspect and how to inspect them Understanding the metric tolerancing system What is required by ISO Metric Fastener Specifications – and what is not A summary of the most important ISO fastener standards A detailed comparison of inch and metric fastener specification How tight is right - for metric Obsolete and withdrawn Metric Fastener Specifications – what is in and what is out and what to do about it Speak with a metric accent – the math behind the meaning What’s better about metric fasteners than inch fasteners – and what’s not Are we ever going to go completely metric? Metric blueprints – a few things you need to know Metric fastener technical resources – how to find out what you need to know This webinar is appropriate for all levels of technical understanding. Those new to metric fasteners will be challenged and seasoned professionals will get a good refresher and learn a few things they did not know before. Metric Fasteners is presented by Instructed by Carmen Vertullo, owner and founder of Carver Labs. Thank you to Lindstrom for sponsoring this webinar.   Read more

Learn about new innovations in fastener platings and coatings during this 90-minute webinar with Laurence Claus, director of education and training for Industrial Fasteners Institute. Thank you to Semblex for sponsoring this webinar.   Read more

You might think there isn’t a lot to know about nuts – and you are right! However, what you don’t know could hurt you and cost you profits. This webinar will make you a nut expert!  It is a technical webinar, but appropriate for all levels of experience and positions in the fastener industry. Nuts is presented by Carmen Vertullo, owner and founder of Carver Labs. Thank you to Star Stainless for sponsoring this webinar.   Read more

You know there are two chromate conversion coatings for zinc plating and two ASTM Specs for zinc plating but do you know what they are and the difference between them? There have been some significant recent changes to the specifications we use for plating and coating fasteners. These are not minor changes – it is information you need to know to properly process your plated/coated product and to manage the associated risk. It is especially important to companies who assist customers with selecting fastener finishes or specify finishes for their own products as well as shops that provide plating and coating services for fasteners. This is important content even if your company does not engage in post-processing of your fastener product. Owners, managers, quality assurance personnel and purchasing personnel who manage outside processing for fasteners need this webinar. It’s intended for all levels of experience. Those new to fasteners will come away with a wealth of knowledge and a solid understanding of the coatings used in our industry. Seasoned professionals will gain up-to-date information about important changes in the coatings world. Everyone will learn how to manage the risks associated with coating processed fasteners and get some valuable resources to help keep your organization up to speed on this important topic. Platings, Coatings and Finishes for Fasteners is presented by Carmen Vertullo, owner and founder of Carver Labs. Read more