Mechanical Fasteners vs. Adhesives.

Why Loctite® outperforms mechanical fasteners.

Mechanical Loosening: Mechanical fasteners are one way to attempt to lock fasteners, but they come loose. Fastener loosening is one of the leading causes of catastrophic equipment failure, creating warranty problems, reliability issues, and unscheduled shutdown of equipment.

	Adhesive superiority: Loctite® Threadlockers are the better way: They cure to fill the gaps between the threads and eliminate all movement between the threads, making the assembly shock- and vibration-proof.
	Mechanical corrosion: Mechanical fasteners cannot prevent corrosion. Seized and corroded assemblies cause excessive frustration and cost time. The disassembly process can often be dangerous and costly.
	Adhesive superiority: Loctite® Threadlockers are the better way, because they seal the threads against moisture, protecting against corrosion and galling. Using the appropriate strength, you will be assured easy disassembly every time.
	Mechanical costs: Inventory, inventory, inventory. Companies spend huge amounts of money, stocking the numerous styles and sizes of mechanical fasteners required for each application.
	Adhesive superiority: Loctite® Threadlockers are the better way because they lower the cost of purchasing and storing fasteners. In addition to eliminating inventory costs, Loctite® Threadlockers offer a lower cost-per-application than mechanical fasteners. The ease of automation with Loctite® Threadlocker also reduces assembly costs as well as increases throughput.