We develop the best solution tailored to the customers needs, either independently or based on the provided customer design
Over time, Agrati has also specialized in the production of nuts.
Nearly 2 million nuts are produced each month, and over the years, all stages of the process have been perfected, from design to shipment, in order to ensure increasingly high standards of quality and safety, resulting in zero defects in the product.
Applications fields
Engineered components used in several automotive applications
Body & Interior
Chassis
Electrification
Powertrain
Self Forming Screws into Metal
Main properties
• Assembly into aluminum, zinc, steel and magnesium.
• Emphasis on compact application designs.
• Temperature expansion /contraction.
• Reusability and decreased debris generation.
Advanced coating solutions for enhanced multi-tightening performance
Competencies
• Special coating developed by Agrati Performance for multi-tightening
• Engineering development of special geometries
Main properties
• The coefficient of friction remains complaint within the specified range (6 points) throughout 5 tightening cycles
• Weight reduction compared to standard steel solution
Applications
• Wheels (Bolts / Nuts)
• Battery packs (cover)
• Body area
• Chassis area
• Interiors area
Anti-Cross Threading
Main properties
• Fixed Cross-Threading
• Improve assembly ease
• Eliminates hand starting
• Assist in alignment
• Clears paint filled threads
• Unaffected by installation speed
Self Forming Screws into Plastic
Main properties
• Suitable for a wide range of plastic, thermoplastics, thermosets and composite materials.
• Maximum resistance to back-out and pull-out.
• Minimizes boss failure.
• Resistance to vibration loosening.
• High strength and in-place reliability.
• Achieve higher clamp loads and seating torques.
• Use the same hole without loss in performance.
Self Forming Screws for sheet Metal
Main properties
• For direct mounting into steel or light alloy sheet metal without prehole.
• Reduction of the overall weight of the component or assembly.
• Short assembly time when using high speed screw drivers.
• No need of counternuts or other fasteners, reduction in the number of assembly.
• Economized production sequence by direct mounting without stamping.
The ultimate customization and security solution
Competencies
• Agrati patent for the safety system
• In -ouse development engineering for new Monolock
• Responsible for validation test management for new Monolock development
Main properties
• Customizable key geometry
• Customizable cover geometry
• Responsible for validation test management for new Monolock development
• Possibility to paint the cover + apply markings/text
• Safety system integrated in the Monolock (quick release mechanism)
• Dedicated Tool to apply the correct torque
• Raw material: aluminum; steel; titanium
Applications
• Wheels (center lock)
Threaded Insert
Competencies
• Metal insert for plastic reinforcement
• Anti-rotation performance
• Different geometries and features can be provided
Main properties
• Size: M5-M6
• Propety class
Applications
• Application in plastic components
Spacer Nut
Competencies
• Multi functional fastener element
• Specific design to reinforce the battery pack structure in the joint positions
• Sealing performances to be guaranteed in combination with the counterbolts
Main properties
• Size: M16-M20
• Aluminum material
Applications
• Battery pack
Nut with Sealing Functions
Competencies
• Different sealing solutions can be provided on fastener elements
• O-rings
• Special sealing patches
• Vulcanized rubbers
Main properties
• Property class: 8 – 10
• Size: M6 – M24
• Sealing function in the threaded area and/or on the bearing surface
Applications
• Battery pack
• Power electronics
Pipe Nut
Competencies
• Suitable materials for the welding process.
• Agrati optimized design is made by assembled metal sheet and special nut: nut with property class 8 or 10, metal sheet suitable for welding operations.
Main properties
•Size: M12-M16
• Property class 8-10
Applications
• Nuts for sheet metal components
Weld Nut
Competencies
• Standard nut design or special geometries can be provided
• Suitable materials for the welding process.
• Different surface finishes can be provided, depending on requirements
• Thread mask can be provided
Main properties
• Size: M5 – M16
• Proof load till class 12 with proper geometry
Applications
• Nuts for sheet metal components
Cage Nut
Competencies
• Metal cage or hybrid solutions with metal – plastic materials are available
• Customized configurations can be designed
• Prevailing torque properties can be provided
Main properties
• Size: M12 – M14
• Property class 8-12
• Clearance recovery capabilities can be customized
• Reduction of non-quality costs related to tightening processes in assembly lines
Applications
• Nuts for sheet metal components
Threaded Insert
Competencies
• Knurling obtained by cold extrusion to ensure tighter tolerances, bringing to controlled interference levels with the aluminum counterpart
• Internal thread 100% mechanically controlled
• Controlled perpendicularity tolerance between the knurling feature / thread axis and the flange bearing surface
Main properties
•Size: M12 – M16
• Property class 8 – 10
• Insert to be pressed into the aluminum component
Applications
• Braking calipers
• Aluminum suspension components
Flag Nut
Competencies
• The design of the sheet metal flag is customized in view of the specific counterpart
• Prevailing torque properties can be provided
Main properties
• Size: M6 – M20
• Anti-rotation effect of the nut
• Help the automatic assembly process
Applications
• Suspensions
Wheel Nut
Competencies
• Different nut designs are available
• Stainless-steel caps can be assembled on the nuts, to ensure corrosion resistance and aesthetic functions
Main properties
• Size: M12-M14
• Property class: 8 – 9
• Watertightness of assembled stainless steel cap
Applications
• Fixations of wheel rims to hub
Chassis Nut
Competencies
• Standardized or special drive styles can be designed
• Advanced coating systems to provide high corrosion resistance and controlled friction coefficient
• Prevailing torque properties can be provided (nylon rings or metallic deformation)
• Products available with captive-washers too
• Lightweight design can be provided
Main properties
• Size: M5 – M20
• Property class 8 – 12
Applications
• Suspensions
• Steering system
Exhaust Line Nut
Competencies
• High nut to cover the full stud length, thus preventing the corrosion phenomenon on the stud
Main properties
• GA property class + silver/copper coating
• All-metal self-locking effect not affected by temperature variations
• Size: M6 – M8
Applications
• Exhaust line
Differential Nut System
Competencies
• Fastening system with special features
• Multi-parts assembly
Main properties
• Double nut M33-M39 used for fixation and clearances adjustment
Applications
• Fixation of the main drive-shaft to rear differential system
Drive-Shaft Nut
Competencies
• Standardized or special drive styles can be designed
• Hot forging + machining process guarantee high precision
• Different anti-loosening features can be provided
Main properties
• Size M20 – M33
• Single piece parts or nuts with captive washers
• Property class 8-10
Applications
• Transmission systems
• Half-shafts to hubs
Touch-Safe Bolts
Competencies
• Fastener with electrical insulating properties
• Tailor made plastic materials can be formulated in view of specific requirements
• Part dimensions can be sized in view of customer needs
Main properties
• Thread size range: M3 to M6
• Property class: 8.8
• Touch-safe or Tool-safe functions can be designed
Applications
• Busbars fastening
• Power electronics
Bolt with Sealing Function
Competencies
• Different sealing solutions can be provided on fastener elements
• O-rings
• Special sealing patches
• Vulcanized rubbers
Main properties
• Sealing function in the threaded area
• Sealing function on the under-head surface
• Property class: 8.8 – 10.9
• Dimension: M6 – M16
Applications
• Battery pack
• Power electronics
Long Bolt
Competencies
• Wide range of products in terms of lengths, geometry and processes
• Special cold forging machine to produce long bolts
Main properties
• Thread size range: M2 to M10
• Shank length range: special lengths up to 500 mm can be provided for thread sizes up to M6
• High cleanliness requirements can be managed
• Different thread diameters and thread positions
Applications
• Battery pack / modules
• Electric motor rotor/stator bolts
• Power tubes (e-bikes batteries)
Bell Screw
Competencies
• Optimized forging process to obtain the special head shape
Dedicated controls to guarantee high quality levels
Main properties
•Size range M10
Property class: 8.8 – 10.9
Patch application can be managed to guarantee thread locking performances
Applications
• Standardized solution for seating frames fastenings
Shoulder Bolt
Competencies
• Calibrated shoulder realized directly by forging
• Different head styles are available
• Knurled version available
Main properties
• Size range M6 – M16
• Property class: 8.8 – 12.9
• Coatings: Zink Flake or Electrolytic
Applications
• Safety belt joints
• Seating systems
• All specific use where the screws has a not simple handling during the tightening activities
Weld Stud
Competencies
• Optimized geometry to simplify the production process
Main properties
• Size range M5 – M8
• Compatibility with existing welding equipments
Applications
• Fastening systems for BIW applications
• Grounding studs
Cambolt
Competencies
• Optimized design: assembled washer and milled groove
• Alternative versions (with forged grooves and integrated washer)
• Full systems with complementary products like counter-washer and nut can be supplied
Main properties
• Size range M10 to M20
• Washer Ø 32-45 mm
• Eccentricity 2.5-5 mm
• Property class : 8.8-12.9
• Coating : Zink Flake or others according to request
Applications
• Suspension systems
• Adjustment of camber /toe angle
• Multilink Systems
• Light truck
Wheel Bolt
Competencies
• Wheel bolt design can be realized with single piece design or with conical/spherical captive washer
• Special coatings or finishings can be provided
• Stability and reliability on multi-tightening can be guaranteed
• Aesthetic properties can be evaluated
Main properties
• Size range M12-M18
• Property class: 8.8-10.9 (special characteristics according to specific request can be managed)
• Special coatings, with strong rust resistance, developed internally by Agrati, in light or black finishing
Applications
• Fixations of wheel rims to hub
• Specific stud for big dimensions of wheels
Chassis Bolt
Competencies
• High strength bolts with customized requirements
• Standardized or special drive styles can be designed
• Advanced coating systems to provide high corrosion resistance
Main properties
• Size range M8 to M20
• Single-piece parts or bolt with captive washers
• Property class: 8.8 – 12.9
Applications
• Suspensions
• Steering system
• Brakes
Drive-Shaft Bolt
Competencies
• Standardized or special drive styles can be designed
• Anti-loosening features through locking patches
Main properties
• Size range M10 to M16
• Single piece parts or bolts with captive washers
• Property class 8.8-10.9
Applications
• Transmission systems
• Half-shafts to hubs
Bearing Bolt
Competencies
• Dedicated production process to guarantee reliability in critical applications
• Conversion of technology from machining to forging for costs optimization
Main properties
• Size range M12 to M24
• Tight tolerances to ensure long life to the bearing
• Hollowed parts to allow an inside lubricating system
• Cleanliness requirements can be guaranteed
Applications
• Gearbox shafts
• Gearbox case
Creative Engine Bolt
Competencies
• Dedicated production process to guarantee reliability in critical applications
• High and very high mechanical properties can be managed
Main properties
• Size range M8 to M20
• Cleanliness requirements can be guaranteed
• Property class : 8.8-12.9
• Property class over 12.9 can be managed according to customer request
• Rolling after Heat Treatment
Applications
• Cylinder head
• Conrod
• Main bearing
• Flywheel
• Pulley bolt
• Other engine applications
Welded Bushing
Competencies
• Complex geometries with projections realized by forging
• Geometry design suitable for welding process
• Great versatility for light weight approach
• Inner thread rolled or machined
Main properties
• Max diameter up to 50 mm
• Material: low carbon Steel, high strength Steel, Alu
• Possibility to heat treat parts separately
• Weldability
• Surface finishing: blank or coating where needed
Applications
• Function as mother-thread
• Avoid heavy chassis structures
Chain Rollers
Competencies
• Need of medium-big forging machines
• Washing and rust protection required
Main properties
• Typical forging material
• Quench and tempered to high hardness values
• Tight tolerance on ID and OD
Applications
• Industrial chains of medium or big size vehicles or systems
Tank Fittings
Competencies
• Extreme forging cycle
• Part with shape suitable for welding on counterpart
• Threading of inner tapered thread
Main properties
• Very thin and large part
• High quality required due to assembly welding procedure
Applications
• Propane vessel
• Heating system
• Cooling system
Hose Fittings Blank
Competencies
• Forging on big size machine
• Complex forging cycle to achieve the required shape
• Rolling of marking
Main properties
• Blank to be fully machined on the ID to make hose coupling thread
• Marking to identify the product type by customer
Applications
• Hose fittings
Bolt Connectors
Competencies
• Forging special material not usually forged
• Design to avoid material waste
• Soft handling approach
Main properties
• Size range M5 to M10
• Material: Cooper Alloy (CuCrZr)
• Cleanliness
• Soft handling
• Coating : Ni, Ag (also partial coating)
• Electrical conductivity
Applications
• Power electronics
• E-Engines
Busbars
Competencies
• Complex geometries realized just by forging and stamping
• Design to avoid material waste
• Soft handling approach
Main properties
• Size range according to electric structures (Inverter, etc…)
• Material: Cooper (Cu-ETP)
• Cleanliness
• Soft handling
• Coating : Ni, Ag (also partial coating)
• Electrical conductivity
Applications
• Power electronics
• Control modules
• E-Engines
Battery Connectors
Competencies
• Complex geometries realized just by forging
• Design for sealing and fluid connection
• Lightweight and automation approach
Main properties
• Size range according to battery structures
• Material: Steel, Alu
• Cleanliness
• Soft handling
• Coating : ZnNi or similar e-coats
Applications
• Battery cooling system
• Assembly line automation
Battery Reinforcement
Competencies
• Complex geometries realized just by forging
• Geometry design suitable for sealing and battery assembly requirements
• Lightweight and automation approach
Main properties
• Size range according to battery structures
• Material: Steel, Alu
• Possibility to be Heat Treated
• Coating : ZnNi or similar e-coats
Applications
• Structure reinforcement
• Battery Sealing
• Battery final assembly on car
• Assembly line automation
Shaft
Competencies
• Extrusion and fine blanking technology
• Secondary turning operation
• Small size forging machine with long kick out
• Centerless grinding
Main properties
• Slender part
• Corrosion resistance
• Small linearity and concentricity tolerances required
• complex shape
Applications
• Seats regulation
• Armrest regulation
Lead Screws
Competencies
• Deformation of head on vertical press technology
• High cleanliness level required Zn coating
• Rolling of thread by dedicated machine with rollers
Main properties
• Low thread roughness
• Thread interfaced to the electric engine by plastic nut
• Handling and coating focused to reduce surface damages
• High fatigue performances
Applications
• Seats regulation
Pinion
Competencies
• Cold forged extruded shape
• High quality level and precision
• High mechanical properties
• High cleanliness and dedicated handling
• Dedicated machining
• Dedicated laser 100% sorting equipment
Main properties
• Gear quality class range 10-12
• Reference Pinion module 2.1and internal gear module 1.3
• Core hardness ∼ 350 HV10
• Surface hardness ∼ 700 HV10
• External cam profile fine blanked
• Internal gear profile extruded
• Absence of oxydation and shocks thanks to positioned H.T. in chamber furnace
• Overmoulded pinion
Applications
• Manual seat height adjuster
• Electric seat height adjuster
• Seats regulation
Tie-Rod
Competencies
• Dedicated forging cycle
• Syncronized rolling of different threads
• Calibration of long shank
• Heat treatment without bending effect
Main properties
• Low roughness on shank
• Tailored made knurling for press in metal sheet counterpart
• Low linearity tolerance
Applications
• Brake booster
EPB
Competencies
• Dedicated multi-principal thread profile rolled by dedicated machine with rollers
• Extreme precision, quality and cleanliness of thread nut
• Shape developed by extreme forging and machining
• Dedicated assembly and sorting process
Main properties
• High fatigue performance required
• Handling and coating focused to reduce surface damages
• Dedicated working center for nut machining and thread rolling
• Optimized heat treatment for class 12 property class nut without oxidation
• Gear overmoulding
Applications
• Drum brake with integrated parking brake system
• Caliper with integrated parking brake system
Guide Pin
Competencies
• Dedicated forging cycle
• Machining necessary to reach low concentricity and low surface roughness.
• Rolled knurl with specific design
Main properties
• Low roughness for pad sliding purpose
• Tailored made knurling for press in Alu caliper
• Low concentricity request
• Mech. Properties 12.9 for high bending load
Applications
• Fixed caliper brake system
Bushing
Competencies
• Complex geometries realized just by forging
• Economic competitiveness vs. machined solutions
Main properties
• Size range from up to Ø 50 mm
• Material: Steel, Alu
• Possibility to be Heat Treated
• Coating : ZnNi or ZnFlakes
Applications
• Joint reinforcement
• Compression limiter
• Weldability
Welding Solutions
Competencies
• Complex geometries realized just by forging and assembly
• Geometry design suitable for welding process
• Great versatility for light weight approach
Main properties
• Size range according to customer needs
• Material: low carbon Steel, high strength Steel, Alu
• Possibility to Heat Treated parts separately
• Weldability
• Coating : Blank or coating where needed
Applications
• Function as motherthread
• Avoid heavy chassis structures
• Welding
Complex Geometries
Competencies
• Complex geometries realized just by forging
• Geometry design suitable for assembly and/or co-moulding process
• Economic competitiveness vs. machined solutions
Main properties
• Size range from up to Ø 50 mm
• Material: Steel, Alu
• Possibility to be Heat Treated
• Coating : ZnNi or ZnFlakes
Applications
• Joint reinforcement
• Compression limiter
• Other material (rubber) integration for final application
Collar Screw
Competencies
• Smart design for multi-performances in one component
• Geometry design suitable for assembly process
• Economic competitiveness
Main properties
• Size range M5 to M10
• Property class : 8.8-12.9
• Coating : ZnNi or similar e-coats
Applications
• Plastic reinforcement
• Compression limiter
• Plastic fixation on powertrain
Captive Solution
Competencies
• Smart design for multi-performances
• Geometry design suitable for assembly process
• Final Assembly efficiency improvement
Main properties
• Size range M5 to M10
• Property class : 8.8-12.9
• Coating : ZnNi or similar e-coats
• Various solutions for screw/sleeve assembly
Applications
• Plastic reinforcement
• Compression limiter
• Plastic fixation on powertrain
• Automatic assembly lines
Applications fields
Engineered components used in several automotive applications
Self Forming Screws into Metal
Main properties
• Assembly into aluminum, zinc, steel and magnesium.
• Emphasis on compact application designs.
• Temperature expansion /contraction.
• Reusability and decreased debris generation.
Advanced coating solutions for enhanced multi-tightening performance
Competencies
• Special coating developed by Agrati Performance for multi-tightening
• Engineering development of special geometries
Main properties
• The coefficient of friction remains complaint within the specified range (6 points) throughout 5 tightening cycles
• Weight reduction compared to standard steel solution
Applications
• Wheels (Bolts / Nuts)
• Battery packs (cover)
• Body area
• Chassis area
• Interiors area
Anti-Cross Threading
Main properties
• Fixed Cross-Threading
• Improve assembly ease
• Eliminates hand starting
• Assist in alignment
• Clears paint filled threads
• Unaffected by installation speed
Self Forming Screws into Plastic
Main properties
• Suitable for a wide range of plastic, thermoplastics, thermosets and composite materials.
• Maximum resistance to back-out and pull-out.
• Minimizes boss failure.
• Resistance to vibration loosening.
• High strength and in-place reliability.
• Achieve higher clamp loads and seating torques.
• Use the same hole without loss in performance.
Self Forming Screws for sheet Metal
Main properties
• For direct mounting into steel or light alloy sheet metal without prehole.
• Reduction of the overall weight of the component or assembly.
• Short assembly time when using high speed screw drivers.
• No need of counternuts or other fasteners, reduction in the number of assembly.
• Economized production sequence by direct mounting without stamping.
The ultimate customization and security solution
Competencies
• Agrati patent for the safety system
• In -ouse development engineering for new Monolock
• Responsible for validation test management for new Monolock development
Main properties
• Customizable key geometry
• Customizable cover geometry
• Responsible for validation test management for new Monolock development
• Possibility to paint the cover + apply markings/text
• Safety system integrated in the Monolock (quick release mechanism)
• Dedicated Tool to apply the correct torque
• Raw material: aluminum; steel; titanium
Applications
• Wheels (center lock)
Threaded Insert
Competencies
• Metal insert for plastic reinforcement
• Anti-rotation performance
• Different geometries and features can be provided
Main properties
• Size: M5-M6
• Propety class
Applications
• Application in plastic components
Spacer Nut
Competencies
• Multi functional fastener element
• Specific design to reinforce the battery pack structure in the joint positions
• Sealing performances to be guaranteed in combination with the counterbolts
Main properties
• Size: M16-M20
• Aluminum material
Applications
• Battery pack
Nut with Sealing Functions
Competencies
• Different sealing solutions can be provided on fastener elements
• O-rings
• Special sealing patches
• Vulcanized rubbers
Main properties
• Property class: 8 – 10
• Size: M6 – M24
• Sealing function in the threaded area and/or on the bearing surface
Applications
• Battery pack
• Power electronics
Pipe Nut
Competencies
• Suitable materials for the welding process.
• Agrati optimized design is made by assembled metal sheet and special nut: nut with property class 8 or 10, metal sheet suitable for welding operations.
Main properties
•Size: M12-M16
• Property class 8-10
Applications
• Nuts for sheet metal components
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