"We are extremely pleased with this achievement and confident that it will enhance our operational efficiency while upholding the quality services our customers expect," said Michal Smrek, Spirol’s European quality manager. "This is a testament to our team’s dedication to continuous improvement and excellence."
Located in Prague, this facility provides strategic coverage of the European market in conjunction with five other Spirol divisions across France, Germany, Poland, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
In February, Spirol introduced a range of 2024 aluminium Press-In Inserts – available in symmetrical (Series INS 50) and headed (INS 51) versions – that complement its existing bass line.
According to Spirol, threaded Inserts are essential for reinforcing plastic components and provide a reusable thread within a bolted assembly. This ensures a proper seating torque and prevents the potential for plastic creep over time that could otherwise compromise the performance of the assembly.
Spirol’s Inserts are designed to optimise both performance and cost, and are available in a variety of options tailored for different performance requirements and installation methods. Inserts designed to be pressed-in without heat, such as Spirol’s INS 50 and INS 51, are intended to provide the lowest cost to install with acceptable joint performance for many applications.
While brass remains the industry standard for machining due to its material properties, 2024 aluminium are said to offer lightweight advantages at 1/3rd the weight. This 2024 aluminium grade is lead-free, addressing evolving environmental health and safety concerns associated with lead content in machined products. Additionally, the distinct galvanic properties between aluminium and brass provide a broader spectrum of options, catering to diverse application needs.
The function and total overall cost of the assembly vary based on the type of Insert used in the application. Spirol’s engineering team will help determine the most appropriate Insert based on the specific application and assembly requirements.
