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Teams at Avdel® UK Limited have found extensive use for simualtion in their product development cycle. Innovative fastening solutions are developed at Avdel for the automotive and commercial markets. Engineers have integrated simulation into prototype and production design routines. Correlation studies on fastener forming, installation and testing show that simulation results can compare well to real life results.

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New Avdel® Genesis® nG hand tools are said to increase reliability, ergonomics, productivity and service compared to the models they replace. They are also described as stronger and faster. The new hydro-pneumatic installation tools are applicable in assembly operations that use breakstem rivets and lock bolts in automotive, vehicle manufacturing, construction and general industry. They weigh between 1.5 and 2.28 kg (between 4.3 and 5.0 lb), with pull forces that vary between 6.0 to 18.68 kN (between 2,100 and 4,200 lbf).
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Acquiring an Unexpected Benefit
Flexalloy, Inc. and Avdel® Fasteners, sister divisions of Acument™ Global Technologies, have recently integrated the Demand Solutions Pipeline product into their demand management process. The DS Pipeline collaboration tool, along with Flexalloy’s DS FM expertise, have enabled a globalization of the forecast process across Avdel®’s European and North American distribution and manufacturing entities.
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