26 Sep 2024

Aluminum Alloy Bolts: Properties and Uses

Taking advantage of their excellent physical and mechanical properties, aluminum alloy bolts represent a strategic choice for several industries. As these bolts are widely used in areas such as the automotive industry, constructions and appliance manufacturing, this type of fasteners offer unique advantages that help improve the efficiency, safety and durability of the applications where they are used. In this article, we will explore the properties of aluminum alloy bolts, their technological evolution and modern applications. (more…)

29 Aug 2024

Cold Galvanizing: Processes and Benefits

Cold galvanizing is a coating technique used to protect metal surfaces from corrosion. This method, also known as electrogalvanizing, is widely used in several industries, including the metallurgical, construction and automotive industries. In this article, we will explore the cold galvanizing process, its benefits, technological innovations, modern applications and the solutions offered by VIPA. (more…)

25 Jul 2024

Round head bolts with square neck: When to use them

Round head bolts with square neck are essential components in many industries, especially in constructions and carpentry. Their unique shape and functionality make them ideal for several applications, providing a secure and reliable connection between materials. In this section, we will review the characteristics of these bolts, their development, technological innovations, current applications and a few examples of their practical use. (more…)

25 Jun 2024

Optimizing fastening: washers

Types, Functions, and Applications of an Often underestimated Component

Certain mechanical elements, though seemingly inconspicuous, hold remarkable potential. This is the case of washers, often underestimated due to their simplicity and sometimes small size. In reality, these accessories play an essential role in improving the fastening of a bolt, significantly contributing to the sealing of a threaded joint. (more…)

28 May 2024

Materials and applications: choosing the right screw

How to Navigate Through Screw Types for Every Material

Selecting the appropriate screw is crucial to ensure a stable and long-lasting connection among threaded joint components. Several factors influence this choice: the material to be penetrated, its thickness and strength, the load the structure will bear, the solicitations to which i twill be sbjected, and finally, the technical features of the screw. (more…)

29 Apr 2024

Self-tapping, self-drilling, trilobular: a screw for every application

From the Simplest to the Most Sophisticated, Types of Screws Available in the Market

From its first appearance in Europe in the 14th century to its widespread use in the 19th century and up to the present day, the screw has undergone significant evolution. This progression has contributed to transforming it into a more reliable, high-performing component suitable for various applications. Today, there are different types of screws, each designed based on the involved structure and the specific functions it must perform. Let’s delve into them in detail. (more…)

28 Mar 2024

Self-locking nuts: stability and guaranteed safety

Materials, Types, and Applications of an Essential Component for Structural Integrity

The technological and industrial development of the modern world has led to the invention of self-locking nuts, which today represents the most advanced solution to prevent loosening, misalignment, or decoupling of bolted joints. Self-locking nuts have a simple yet ingenious design: their functioning principle in based on creating additional resistance against unscrewing, which ensures a stable connection over time and thus the safety of the structure. These nuts exhibit great versatility and find varied industrial applications, especially in the automotive and aerospace sectors, where vibrations and solicitations, to which the structures are subjected, require absolute joint stability. (more…)

28 Feb 2024

Quality nuts and bolts. key factors of the perfect fastening

Quality of Materials and Production Processes: The Importance of Choosing Certified Fastening Components (more…)

29 Jan 2024

Screws, nuts, bolts. Small inventions that made history.

The Importance of Screws and Bolts in the Evolution of Industry and Technology

Despite their apparent simplicity, screws and bolts conceal meticulous design: it took centuries for them to become the objects we know today. These fastening components have played a silent but crucial role in history across a wide range of applications, from constructing buildings to assembling industrial machinery, from railway lines to vehicle assembly, and even in space exploration. (more…)

18 Dec 2023

FINANCIAL SOUNDNESS. A KEY FACTOR IN THE SELECTION OF SUPPLIERS

Placing your trust in a financially sound partner like VIPA is a guarantee of growth for any company

In the world of business, and even more so in the world of industry, choosing the right suppliers is crucial. A supplier is more than just a partner company that provides services, products or materials necessary for business. A supplier is also and above all an ally, to be trusted at all times. (more…)