Barnaby Myhrum, Application Engineer, Applied Bolting Technology, Bellows Falls, Vermont, appliedbolting.com It is common knowledge that torque control is a risky way to achieve consistent pretension in structural bolts. It all comes down to friction or what’s known as the k-factor. The k-factor is the relationship between the torque applied to a fastener assembly and…

All raw materials used to manufacturer products at AA Anchor Bolt Inc, Northville, Mich., is melted and manufactured in the U.S. by certified steel mills. The company inventories over 600,000 lb of material which allows for quick turnarounds. Threading capabilities range from ¼ to 5 in. The company manufacturers rolled and cut threaded products as…