SECONDARY OPERATIONS

Secondary operations in the manufacturing of fasteners play a crucial role in enhancing the functionality, appearance, and performance of these essential components.

• Machining and Grinding: Secondary machining operations such as turning, milling, and grinding can be used to achieve tight tolerances, specific shapes, or custom features on fasteners.
• Drilling and Tapping: Fasteners may require additional holes or tapped threads to accommodate various assembly requirements. Drilling and tapping operations ensure precise hole placement and threading.
• Chamfering and Deburring: Chamfering the edges of fasteners removes sharp edges and burrs, enhancing safety and ease of handling during assembly. It also improves the appearance of the fastener.
• Stress Relieving: Some fasteners may undergo stress relieving processes to reduce internal stresses and improve dimensional stability.

Marking and Identification: Fasteners may be marked or identified with specific information, such as size, grade, manufacturer's mark, or other relevant data for traceability and easy identification.