{"id":10698,"date":"2023-01-12T16:35:12","date_gmt":"2023-01-12T16:35:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/international.optimas.com\/?p=10698"},"modified":"2026-04-13T10:35:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T15:35:41","slug":"fasteners-for-hvac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/fasteners-for-hvac\/","title":{"rendered":"Optimum Fasteners for HVAC Equipment"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:104%;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) industry is experiencing intense demand going into 2023. Spurred on by the rising popularity of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandviewresearch.com\/industry-analysis\/hvac-equipment-industry\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">smart heating and cooling technologies,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> such as those that can be <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandviewresearch.com\/industry-analysis\/hvac-equipment-industry\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">controlled from a mobile or computer<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, as well as climate change, heating and cooling equipment manufacturers are expected to ramp up their product output. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alongside this demand, however, HVAC manufacturers are also striving to meet sustainability targets. A US government study concluded that HVAC equipment contributed to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.energy.gov\/sites\/prod\/files\/2017\/03\/f34\/qtr-2015-chapter5.pdf\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">35% of an average building\u2019s energy consumption<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, so energy efficiency is a top priority for many manufacturers. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2022 has also brought on soaring energy prices, encouraging consumers to lower their energy use by investing in HVAC equipment that is more energy efficient and requires little maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However, with both the heating and cooling markets forecasted to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grandviewresearch.com\/industry-analysis\/hvac-equipment-industry\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">grow substantially<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> over the next eight years, it\u2019s easy for manufacturers to overlook some of the most crucial parts used during their production processes \u2013 fasteners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fasteners can account for over 50% of a product\u2019s parts, so it\u2019s crucial manufacturers use the right ones. Impacting on product durability and performance, fasteners should be optimised for any HVAC application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Optimised Fasteners for HVAC Equipment<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fasteners for HVAC rarely have to be specialised, but this doesn\u2019t mean that standard ones have less of an impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">HVAC manufacturers need to prioritise using quality fasteners that are: <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Heat Resistant<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Evidently parts used in heating equipment need to be able to withstand high temperatures. Nickel-based alloys are very resistant to heat, making them optimised for use in high-temperature environments. Combining nickel with steel also creates very durable fasteners for HVAC equipment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Deformation Resistant<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fasteners in any application need to be able to resist deformation, to avoid a product failing in its application. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Carbon and carbon alloy steels offer good impact resistance and can withstand high temperatures, while retaining their shape and avoiding suffering plastic deformation.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Corrosion Resistant<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"-\" data-font=\"Calibri\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fasteners for HVAC equipment can be prone to rust, so it\u2019s important manufacturers use fasteners that are corrosion resistant. Galvanised zinc platings provide some of the best corrosion protection on steel fasteners, and avoid the possibility of hydrogen embrittlement as it uses an alternative application method.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are some examples of optimised fasteners for HVAC products<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Self-drilling Screws <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Truss Head Screws <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Carriage Bolts <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Heavy Hex Nuts <\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sealing Washers<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strain Relief Bushings<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Heat Shrink Tubing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here at Optimas, not only do we manufacture our own <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">standard<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">engineered fasteners<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> through <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">cold-forming<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, but we supply over 9 billion quality parts from over 4000 global suppliers to our partners every year. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Subject to a zero-defect culture, our fasteners also undergo a <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">rigorous testing process<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, so we\u2019ll only ever supply you with the best parts. Alongside our extensive product range, we also offer fasteners in a wide range of materials and finishes to optimise your parts for any HVAC application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/international.optimas.com\/contact\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Work with us<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to maximise your product quality and meet the demand for HVAC equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10701,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[60],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10698","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-manufacturing-assembly"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10698","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10698"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10698\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10701"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10698"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10698"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10698"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}