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Mechanical Design

Quick Guide to U-Bolts

May 26, 2026 Scott Bredemann

U-bolts are simple fasteners, but selecting the right one depends on shape, size, material, thread length, and the application. This guide explains the basics of U-bolts, common uses, key measurements, and selection factors.

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Mechanical Design

Button Head Socket Cap Size Chart

May 21, 2026 Scott Bredemann

Find common button head screw sizes for you next job or build with our chart covering screw diameter, head dimensions, and more.

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Featured Articles Mechanical Design

Aluminum Extrusion Profiles: Shapes, Types, Series, & Best Practices

May 19, 2026 Rachael Brownell

Aluminum extrusion is a manufacturing process that produces structural profiles with a consistent cross-section by forcing aluminum alloy through a shaped die. Aluminum extrusion profiles

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97% of Leaders Say Digital Manufacturing Platforms Are Non-Negotiable—Here’s Why

May 15, 2026 Rachael Brownell

According to Fictiv’s 2026 Manufacturing and Supply Chain report, 97% of manufacturing and supply chain leaders say manufacturing platforms are non-negotiable. Things are changing fast

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Timing Belts & Pulley Selection

Mar 24, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Welcome to the first part in our Mech Minutes Timing Belts and Pulleys video series.

Mechanical Design

Surface Treatment Processes and Coating Techniques

Feb 15, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

There are many different methods by which a metallic coating can be applied as a

Videos

E2E Video: Locating Pins Pt. 4 – Alignment Concerns

Feb 9, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

When working with and designing jigs or fixtures with locating pins, proper alignment is crucial

Mechanical Design

Advantages of Surface Coatings and Treatments

Jan 26, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

Nowadays,  parts made from common alloys like steel can be specified with  an impressive number

Mechanical Design

Timing Belt Maintenance and Belt Failure

Jan 15, 2016 Carlicia Layosa

There are many advantages to a timing belt: positioning accuracy, speed, low maintenance, and high

Mechanical Design

5 Ways to Build a Culture of Safety

Dec 15, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

Everyone agrees that the safety of workers must be a top priority within industrial manufacturing

Mechanical Design Videos

Linear Guide Tips & Tricks: Removing a Block from a Rail

Nov 18, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

Linear guides are a staple component in machine design where linear motion and load transfer

Videos

E2E Video: Locating Pins Pt. 3 – Types of Mounting

Nov 12, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

In this episode of Engineer to Engineer, Locating Pins edition, we’ll take a look at

Videos

E2E Video: Locating Pins Pt. 2 – Types of Locating

Nov 12, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

In our second Locating Pins episode in the Engineer to Engineer Series, locating pins are used in workholding fixtures

Mechanical Design

Re-examining Precision and Repeatability Criteria in Actuator Selection

Oct 23, 2015 Carlicia Layosa

One of the main design challenges faced during the early design stages of automated mechanical

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