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Molten zinc rivets have high tensile strength, low cost.(Welding/Joining)

Advanced Materials & Processes,  October, 2004  

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A molten zinc riveting system in which rivet holes are completely filled and misalignment up to a quarter of the hole diameter can be rectified has been announced by Fishercast Global Corp., Peterborough, Ontario. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The molten zinc alloy rivets have high tensile and shear strengths, and are not loosened by vibration.

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In addition, the process eliminates the need to stock rivets of different sizes. To apply the rivets, a fixturing tool accurately positions the components. Then the molten alloy is injected under pressure, solidifying ...

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