Selecting the right fastening equipment should not be complicated. The Kilews West Customer Portal brings useful product-selection tools, technical resources and system-planning support together in one convenient location. Whether you are choosing an electric screwdriver, converting torque measurements or planning a complete fastening system, the portal helps you find the information you need more efficiently. What Does […]
Choosing an industrial screwdriver is only the beginning. A production fastening station can include far more than the driver itself. Depending on the application, the complete setup may also require a controller, power supply, cable, driver bit, torque arm, screw feeder, verification equipment and other accessories. That is why selecting components individually can become complicated […]
Your engineering drawing says 12 in-lbs. The electric screwdriver you are considering is rated in Nm. The torque meter on another workstation displays kgf-cm. Now what? Torque unit conversions are extremely common in manufacturing, assembly and industrial fastening. Different equipment manufacturers, engineering drawings and industries often use different units to describe exactly the same thing: rotational force. The […]
A lot of buyers see a screwdriver that can reach a higher torque and assume it is automatically the better tool. That is not how production fastening works. The article could explain why the working torque range matters more than the headline maximum, why you do not want your target torque sitting right at the extreme low […]
When you are selecting an industrial electric screwdriver, you will often see specifications such as: Torque Accuracy: ±3% For an engineer, quality manager or experienced manufacturing professional, that specification may look familiar. For a purchasing manager or someone building a fastening process for the first time, it can be less obvious. Does ±3% mean the […]
In a production environment, an electric screwdriver is not just a hand tool. It is part of the manufacturing process. When a fastening tool is used hundreds or thousands of times during a shift, factors such as maintenance, motor life, heat, contamination, torque consistency and downtime can have a major impact on productivity. That is one of […]
For years, industrial fastening was primarily focused on one question: Did the fastener reach the required torque? In modern manufacturing, that question is no longer enough. Today’s production environments increasingly demand proof that a fastening operation was completed correctly. Manufacturers need greater control over the process, better quality documentation and the ability to identify problems […]
Kilews West USA is please to announce the addition of 3 new right angle models to our cordless tool selection! Introducing the SKC-PTA-BS20/RA, SKC-PTA-BS30/RA & SKC-PTA-BS45/RA. With torque ranges from 2.7-32 in-lbs there is something for all applications. Take a look… We have also updated our “Brushless Electric Screwdrivers & Accessories 2016 Catalog” Check out […]
Kilews West USA is excited to once again be exhibiting at The ASSEMBLY Show in Rosemont, IL. Check out booth #1623 for a look at our latest products! The show runs from Tuesday, October 24th to Thursday, October 26th. For more details, please see the official website at http://www.theassemblyshow.com/.
We have added our new SKC-PTA-BS brushless screwdrivers to the website. These tools cover a torque range of 0.3–4.5 Nm (2.7–40 in-lbs) and are great for applications where the operator requires the mobility of a cordless tool with the precision of our shut-off clutch technology. You can find them under Cordless Shut-Off Clutch Screwdrivers.
Kilews West USA will be exhibiting at IPC APEX EXPO 2017 at the San Diego Convention Center from February 14–16. Come visit booth #712 to see our latest offering of low-torque production assembly screwdrivers, screw presenters and torque testing equipment!
The new SK-B5 series of brushless screwdrivers is now available from Kilews West USA. These drivers deliver a torque range of 0.15–2.16 Nm (1.33–19.12 in-lbs) and are available in both push and lever-start varieties. You can find the new products on our website HERE or in our catalog HERE.
Kilews West USA’s catalogs for brushless and cordless tools have been updated to include a variety of new products and accessories. The updated catalogs can be viewed HERE.
Kilews West USA is excited to once again be exhibiting at The ASSEMBLY Show in Rosemont, IL. Check out booth #1323 for a look at our latest products! For more details about the show, please see the official website at http://www.theassemblyshow.com/.
