Tooling & Workholding

Clamping, cutting tools, thread repair and wire preparation.

Tap Drill Sizes and Thread Engagement

Learn how to calculate tap drill sizes for 75% thread engagement, reduce torque, and choose the right tap type for blind or through holes.

August 11, 2026

Crimp Quality: Ferrules, Lugs and Inspection

Intermittent panel faults usually trace back to a bad crimp. A proper crimp is a gas-tight cold weld, not a mechanical squeeze, and requires matched dies and.

August 11, 2026

Workholding: Clamping Principles and Device Types

A practical guide to the 3‑2‑1 locating principle, the difference between locating and clamping, and how to select toggle, screw, cam or power clamps for.

August 11, 2026

Drill Selection: Point Geometry, Coatings and Materials

A practical guide to choosing drill point angles, helix, material, and coating for optimal performance across metals, plastics, and deep‑hole applications.

August 11, 2026

Insulated Tools and Electrical Work Equipment

A practical guide to 1000 V insulated‑tool standards, VDE markings, inspection, storage, and how they fit into a safe de‑energise‑and‑verify workflow.

August 11, 2026