Innovative uses of springs in modern technology continue to drive advancements in spring applications. Though springs are still manufactured to fulfill a specific mechanical function in a particular mechanism, today those springs could be powering medical implants or IoT sensors monitoring industrial production.
As the name suggests, custom springs are types of springs designed and manufactured to meet specific application requirements of a particular machine or product, be it an automobile’s suspension or aircraft control and landing gear. Whether compressed, stretched, or twisted, custom springs are versatile mechanical devices that store and release energy, making them ideal components… Read more »
The science behind custom spring manufacturing of compression, extension, and torsion springs relies on a combination of material science, engineering design, and an understanding of a product’s performance requirements.
By function and design, industrial springs and wire forms are indispensable mechanical components utilized in countless applications. Every industry has its own unique requirements for springs in terms of size, shape, material, load-bearing capacity, resilience, and durability.
How to increase spring tension and how to measure spring tension are important design considerations in the manufacture of custom springs. Spring tension allows engineers to design and select springs that meet specific performance requirements for a given application, and also enhance the functionality and reliability of a mechanical system. To further understand, let’s take… Read more »
HVAC air filter clips and fasteners are integral components that contribute to better air quality and system performance of air filtration systems in working and business environments. Unlike residential HVAC systems, industrial and commercial HVAC systems consist of specialized heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment specifically designed to meet the unique requirements of large manufacturing… Read more »
Whether designing a compression, extension or torsion spring, exact spring specifications and measurements are essential to ensure a spring functions as designed. Engineers and designers must have a thorough understanding of a spring’s specifications and measurements in order to select the most appropriate spring for a particular application.
Types of spring materials used in spring fabrication vary depending on the design and application requirements. Principally, these materials consist of spring steels, a group of medium-to-high carbon, low alloy steels characterized by their excellent yield strength—an important material property that allows a spring to bend, twist, compress or extend and return to its original… Read more »
What is a Slinky? By design, it is a simple mechanical device composed of helical springs. On the other hand, how that one design became a simple yet iconic toy, one of the most recognized and successful toys in history, is a story unto itself. One that forever links the Slinky to James Spring &… Read more »
There are many types of compression springs on the market. Each is designed with distinct characteristics to meet the many different kinds of functional requirements of mechanical assemblies in which they are applied. Though a particular application may require a compressive force, the type of compression spring can affect how the spring interacts and performs… Read more »
