Home > Machine Screws


Betsy D. Vanderslice

Guide to Machine Screws

Get more info on machine screws for your small business


Extremely
Useful
8.0
out of 10

Add Your Comments
 
 
Email Guide to Machine Screws to a friend
Save the Guide to Machine Screws to My Work.com Favorites
Print the Guide to Machine Screws
link to this page
Save to del.icio.us
digg it!


Machine screws differ from simple screws in that they fit into a female receiver, which may be a nut or a pre-drilled hole, instead of into a soft material like wood. A machine screw is strong enough for many uses: home, automotive, marine, military, industrial, high-tension and high-corrosion.

Some of the most common finishes for machine screws are zinc plated steel, stainless steel, nylon and black oxide coated stainless. All of these resist corrosion and are strong.

With all this information about machine screws, now you just need to know the best way to buy them for your small business. Keep these tricks in mind as you start shopping:

1. Distributors or manufacturers of machine screws offer competitive pricing.

2. Suppliers of machine screws can keep you up to date on what is new in the industry.

3. Buy as few or as many machine screws as you need.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Choose distributors of machine screws whose ordering policy works for your business


Decide how to buy machine screws based on your business needs. If you do not require bulk purchases, select a distributor with no minimum order requirement.

I recommend: Order online at Bolt Depot. They stock an unusually wide variety of nuts and bolts, including machine screws. Additionally, they do not require a minimum order and your order will ship the same day if you get it in by 2 p.m. Eastern Monday through Friday. Complete a quote request form for bulk or custom orders at Fastener-Express.

Shop manufacturers of machine screws if you have special needs for your business


Purchase directly from the machine screw manufacturer if you require hard to find sizes for your project. Many will custom make your machine screws if they do not stock the size you need.

I recommend: Complete an inquiry form at Crescent Manufacturing to find exactly the machine screw you need. Goulet Specialties is constantly updating their product line and they carry fasteners that are too special for any distributor to carry and either too long or too short for many other manufacturers.

Buy machine screws wholesale or in bulk to save more money


If your small business requires more than just a couple of machine screws for one odd job, you should consider buying in bulk to save more money.

I recommend: Request a quote from Lightning Bolt Inc. They offer machine screws at wholesale prices. InStock Fasteners offers big savings, selection, and convenience for fastener buyers both small and large. Register with them to track your order, maintain your order history and inquire about their volume based discounts.

Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

  • The same place you purchase your machine screws is a great source for machine screw information. Many companies offer toll free numbers where you can speak to a representative who will gladly answer any questions you may have about what type, size or finish is best for the job.

The official source of Machine Screws is the Machine Screws page at Business.com


Featured Vendors

Machine Screws Resources
Find Machine Screws. Search listings and reviews of retailers, specialists and services in your local area now.
JustClickLocal.com

Find Screw Machine Product Manufacturers at IQS® Directory
Browse Our Comprehensive List of Leading Screw Machine Product Manufacturers with Information, Preview Ads, Links and Request for Quote Tool.
IQSDirectory.com/Screw-Machine-Products

CNC Screw Machining
CNC Screw Machining, Turning, and custom Screw Machine products since 1956.
CoxManufacturing.com

Precision Machining
Custom metal parts manufacturer offers precision machining, metal stamping, metal fabrication, chemical etching, plating, milling and stamping.
www.fotofab.com

Sign up for the What Works for Business weekly e-newsletter!
 Related Resources from Business.com Back to top 
  CommentsBack to top 

Loading Comments...


Add Your Comments


Email Guide to Machine Screws to a friend
Save the Guide to Machine Screws to My Work.com Favorites
Print the Guide to Machine Screws
link to this page
Save to del.icio.us
digg it!


Is any content on this page inappropriate? To let us know, please click here.

Ads by Google







© 2009 Work.com, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Work.com is a property of Business.com.
Help | About Us | Site Map | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Community Policy | Taskonomy | Advertise | Contact Us | Local Business Directory | Work.com Feed