Automotive manufacturers have to get their fastening systems right to enable efficient production at scale and minimize costs. The fastening function has to be approved for the entire lifecycle of the vehicle and needs to be economic, easy, and safe. Furthermore, it needs to be reliable to maximize uptime with repeatedly consistent quality.
The Tucker no-hole stud welding system is said to offer significant advantages by removing the need for additional sealing caused by the use of holes throughout the car body, which can create significant disadvantages, such as corrosion, vibration and loosening.
The company has published a whitepaper about the system, available for download via this link.
