METHODS OF JOINING PLASTICS

MECHANICAL FASTENING

Screws, Bolts and Rivets

Molded-In Threads

 Self-Threading or Self-Tapping Screws

   

 Thread-Cutting

 Thread-Forming



 Screw Bosses

Tightening Torque

Self-Piercing/Self-Drilling Screws

Boss Caps

Thread Lockers

Rivets

Spring-Steel Fasteners
Joining Dissimilar Materials
 
 

ULTRASONIC ASSEMBLY

 

Ultrasonic Welding

Ultrasonic Staking

Ultrasonic Spot Welding

Ultrasonic Inserts/Heat Inserts

METAL INSERTS

Molded-In Metal Inserts

Coil-Threaded Inserts
Thread-Cutting Inserts
Expansion Inserts

SNAP AND PRESS FITS

 Snap Fits

Press Fits

HEAT WELDING AND SEALING

Heat or Hot-Plate Welding

Bar Sealing

Electromagnetic or Induction Welding

Vibration Welding
Spin Welding

SOLVENT AND ADHESIVE BONDING

Solvents

ABS/Polycarbonate Blends

Polyester Blends
Polyamide and PA Blends