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Keeping ‘one step ahead’ with NORM 28 September 2021

NORM Holding has made many new investments and innovations in 2021 including an investment in additive manufacturing technology, new patented HexLight bolts, as well as an investment in rack dip spin coating technology.

In recent years, additive manufacturing technology has started to gain traction in the industry, becoming an important production aspect of value-added products. NORM Holding therefore decided to invest in a prototyping and mass production service to provide customers both engineering and production support for weight reduction and performance increases in their structural parts. This Additive Manufacturing System will offer prototyping and mass production services in both 316L stainless steel and AlSi10Mg aluminium alloys.

In order to continue to best serve its customers, NORM has also made an investment in rack dip spin coating technology, to ensure high-quality zinc flake coatings. The investment enables the company to provide more homogeneous coating applications; improved corrosion protection; avoidance of mechanical damages in mass production; as well as improved visuality.

Weight reduction is also a big trend in the current market. In order to respond to these new requirements, NORM has been carrying out extensive R&D and, as a result, has developed the new patented lightweight HexLight bolts. These new lightweight fasteners offer a decrease in head weight without any sacrifice in mechanical requirements, as well as not needing any extra tools or bits during assembly. 

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Claire Aldridge Editor t: +44 (0) 1727 743 889

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Having spent a decade in the fastener industry experiencing every facet – from steel mills, fastener manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, as well as machinery builders and plating + coating companies, Claire has developed an in-depth knowledge of all things fasteners.

Alongside visiting numerous companies, exhibitions and conferences around the world, Claire has also interviewed high profile figures – focusing on key topics impacting the sector and making sure readers stay up to date with the latest developments within the industry.