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Have you ever wondered what the difference is when you see a pneumatic rivet nut tool labeled as a spin-spin versus a spin-pull-spin? Spin-spin or a spin-pull-spin are the two most common of the pneumatic rivet nut tools. Now let's dig a little deeper to de-mystify the difference between these well-known types of rivet nut tools.

Have you ever walked by a railroad track and have seen rivets that seem corroded? Or how about a bridge that guides you over a body of water? Corrosion is bound to happen to any rivet that can be influenced by weather and alternative natural occurrences if not appropriately treated. Luckily, with the right amount of knowledge before starting your "big" task, you will be able to prevent quick corrosion to your fasteners.  

Do you remember the great “Rival Rails” Train Race across the continental US? With some of the great innovators like Richard Branson and others, interest in building the newest and fastest trains has a rebound. The need for speed requires the latest technologies and infrastructure using some of the most significant breakthroughs in vibration-resistant fasteners. The use of high-speed trains on the current infrastructure in the US is in its infancy due to the sizable cost. The substantial investment required for the future of rail will help us live up to the goal of making the industry “Cleaner and Greener.”