{"id":11364,"date":"2023-07-13T11:28:28","date_gmt":"2023-07-13T10:28:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/international.optimas.com\/?p=11364"},"modified":"2026-01-08T14:04:48","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T20:04:48","slug":"durable-sustainable-reliable-chassis-fasteners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/durable-sustainable-reliable-chassis-fasteners\/","title":{"rendered":"Durable, Sustainable, Reliable: Chassis Fasteners"},"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\">Electric vehicles are fuelling the growth of the chassis and frame markets. With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bing.com\/ck\/a?!&amp;&amp;p=58b127297df06485JmltdHM9MTY4OTAzMzYwMCZpZ3VpZD0yZWU2N2FiMy02YjJmLTY4NWItMjRhZC02OGEzNmEwODY5NjUmaW5zaWQ9NTQ3Mg&amp;ptn=3&amp;hsh=3&amp;fclid=2ee67ab3-6b2f-685b-24ad-68a36a086965&amp;psq=EV+sales+increase+globally&amp;u=a1aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cud2Vmb3J1bS5vcmcvYWdlbmRhLzIwMjMvMDUvZWxlY3RyaWMtdmVoaWNsZXMtZXYtc2FsZXMtZ3Jvd3RoLTIwMjIvIzp-OnRleHQ9MSUyMEdsb2JhbCUyMHNhbGVzJTIwb2YlMjBlbGVjdHJpYyUyMHZlaGljbGVzJTIwJTI4RVZzJTI5JTIwaW5jcmVhc2VkLDE4LWZvbGQlMjBieSUyMDIwMzAlMjB0byUyMG1lZXQlMjBnbG9iYWwlMjBlbWlzc2lvbnMlMjB0YXJnZXRzLg&amp;ntb=1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">EV sales up by 55%<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in 2022 in comparison to the previous year, OEMs and automotive manufacturers are catering to an increasingly environmentally conscious consumer market. The last couple of years have also seen an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alliedmarketresearch.com\/e-suv-market-A13129\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">increase in popularity of SUVs, especially electric ones,<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> leaving manufacturers with a wide range of design requirements to satisfy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Automotive chassis and frames provide the foundation for the whole vehicle, and work to counter static and dynamic loads and forces acting on the car. It\u2019s crucial, then, that these key components are fastened together with reliable, durable parts. In the case of electric vehicles, chassis and frames may also require bespoke and engineered fastening solutions to maintain and enhance vehicle performance and passenger safety.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Optimas\u2019 UK manufacturing division, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/barton-fastener-manufacturer\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Barton Cold-Form<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, specialises in producing standard, bespoke and licensed fasteners for chassis and frames. Manufactured using cold-forming, a highly repeatable production process, Barton\u2019s fasteners are ideally suited to chassis and frames for EVs, prioritising these key elements:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Strength &amp; Durability<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"none\">Cold-forming maximises a material\u2019s metallurgical properties and structural integrity, prioritising a part\u2019s strength and durability. Fasteners need to meet high tolerance and vibration demands, bearing loads <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.melfast.com\/blog\/2013\/12\/an-overview-of-the-fasteners-used-in-the-automotive-industry\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">between 65-90% of their yield strength<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> so they don\u2019t loosen in their application, or worse, break. Because of the way they are manufactured, Barton\u2019s chassis fasteners ensure a very high level of safety and reliability for all cars by guaranteeing the integrity of the vehicle\u2019s main structure.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Enhanced Performance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Chassis and frame manufacturing is only becoming more advanced in the face of electric technologies. As EVs tend to be much heavier than their petrol or diesel counterparts due to their batteries, using lightweight materials at every opportunity is crucial to lessen emission and heighten vehicle performance. Barton has the capability to produce chassis fasteners in a wide range of lightweight materials, including aluminium, to contribute to improved vehicle acceleration and fuel efficiency.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Corrosion Resistance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"none\">Chassis and frames make up a large external portion of a vehicle, and often encounter moisture, cleaning chemicals and salt from gritted roads. The fasteners that hold this structure together therefore need to be highly corrosion resistant. Alongside providing excellent yield strength, aluminium is highly corrosion resistant, so it is well suited for all automotive and EV applications.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Improved Battery life<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"none\">Using lightweight chassis fasteners can also achieve <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">improved battery life<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Lighter vehicles place significantly less strain on an EV battery, allowing for heightened vehicle range and enhanced vehicle performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Thermal Conductivity and Insulation&nbsp;<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"none\">Electric vehicles can generate a significant amount of heat during operations. If the vehicle\u2019s fasteners and components aren\u2019t optimised for use, this heat can transfer to critical components, risking low battery life and poor vehicle performance. Aluminium fasteners in particular can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/ev-batteries-solutions\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">effectively transfer heat away from critical components<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, maintaining optimal operating temperatures and prolonging the lifespan of various vehicle systems.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Energy Efficiency<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Whether an EV, diesel or petrol vehicle, lighter vehicles require considerably less energy to operate, leading to increased energy efficiency and lowered emissions. In any automotive build, incorporating aluminium, titanium or magnesium fasteners allows manufacturers to optimise their vehicles for better energy consumption, ultimately enhancing the overall sustainability of the vehicle.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sustainability<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"none\">Evidently the popularity of electric vehicles and electric SUVs is driven by their eco-friendliness, so it\u2019s important OEMs source their fasteners from an eco-friendly manufacturer. Barton Cold Form has a firm and tangible commitment to sustainability.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"none\">Before a part is manufactured, any additive waste produced by prototyping is recycled. As Barton&#8217;s parts are formed in their near-net state, cold-forming is also a <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">highly sustainable production process,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> resulting in very minimal material waste. Barton&#8217;s plant is also fully powered by renewable energy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/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=\"none\">The team at Barton have recently embarked on a tree planting campaign, through which the business will donate funds to the National Forest.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Contributing to safety, durability and improved vehicle performance, Barton\u2019s fasteners offer chassis and frame manufacturers a reliable fixing solution for all automotive applications, all while prioritising sustainability. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Get in touch<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> with our experts to optimise your products.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11374,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[60,47,63],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11364","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-manufacturing-assembly","category-product-expertise","category-supply-chain-management"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11364","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=11364"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11364\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11374"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11364"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11364"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/optimas.com\/en_gb\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11364"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}