The diversity of materials in custom welding often calls for specialized equipment. Materials vary significantly in their properties and requirements—and choosing the correct equipment plays a key role in ensuring that the process is not only efficient, but also effective, regardless of the material being used. Northland Fastening Systems (NFS) can help your team select Read More…

Fastening systems are the unsung heroes of modern construction and industrial manufacturing, providing the backbone for the structures and products we rely on daily. These systems offer a diverse range of solutions for effective fastening, ensuring the stability, reliability, and longevity of everything from skyscrapers to household appliances. At Northland Fastening Systems (NFS), we provide Read More…

ARC stud welding offers a unique approach to joining metal components in industrial projects. It stands out due to its efficiency, versatility, and the strong connections it creates on a wide variety of surface types and material sizes. ARC welding is a preferred choice in industries where reliable and durable fastening is paramount—and Northland Fastening Read More…

Stud welding is an undeniably indispensable tool in modern welding. Whether in heavy construction or intricate manufacturing, the versatility and efficiency of stud welding is a staple for good reason. But quality stud welding equipment can take that staple and really maximize its effectiveness in any project. Northland Fastening Systems (NFS) enhances even the most Read More…

Many factors go into completing a high-quality stud welding operation. Attention must be paid to the surface preparation, stud type, materials, local contaminants, and the welding gun setup. Each welding scenario has slight differences in process, but most follow the same basic rules. Technicians who learn the process of setting up a gun, calibrating power Read More…

Stud welding offers several advantages to manufacturers across different industries. Not only is it a powerful fastening system that can connect studs to a surface with clean, quick results, but stud welding also has many welding units designed for portability. These units can be moved throughout a work site with ease using cables reaching even Read More…

On every work site, there are multiple factors laborers and managers need to actively address to ensure everyone’s safety. Industrial work creates hazardous situations involving powerful tools, extreme temperatures, tall heights, toxic materials, and more. All these issues have safety precautions and operational guidelines put in place to prevent worker fatigue, injury, or fatality. Compared Read More…

Stud welding as a manufacturing operation can be divided into two general categories: capacitor discharge (CD) and drawn arc. CD stud welding is most effective for smaller dimension studs and pins. These fasteners can be used for anything from electrical enclosures to insulation installation. They also often range in materials, including metals like steel, copper, Read More…

For over 100 years, stud welding has been a mainstay of the marine industry and for a wide variety of naval vessels. The first uses of stud welding to build seaworthy ships began in the early 1900s after World War I. Since then, stud welding technology has continued to prove itself to be extremely valuable Read More…

Over the last 100 years, huge leaps have been made in the global food supply chain and the protection of food safety. The first federal regulations that began our national food safety journey started as early as 1906 with the Federal Meat Inspection Act. Later, the Poultry Products Inspection Act of 1957, the Egg Products Read More…