EuroWire November 2022

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Marine fasteners and fixings Leyton Fasteners, based in Cheshire, UK, offers a range of marine fasteners and fixings, including A4-316 marine grade stainless steel fasteners suitable for general use in marine structural applications, andgradeA2–304 for internal marine applications. The company states that it understands the importance of having fixings that are highly resistant to corrosion above and below the waterline. Customers may also call in to the trade counter to place an order or collect in person. The standard A4–316 stainless steel alloy that Leyton Fasteners offers in its marine fasteners has been specifically manufactured so that it will not rust when exposed to harsh environments such as the ocean.

of electrolyte saltwater. The best way to avoid this is to match stainless steel components, which will “literally last a lifetime”, according to Leyton Fasteners. The range of marine products includes fasteners and fixings, chain, wire rope, hinges, pins and rings. In addition to the standard off-the-shelf range, Leyton Fasteners offers a bespoke service to supply almost any fastener or fixing (or other part, if possible) to the customer’s specification, in a large variety of specialist materials specifically available for marine and offshore applications. These items can be produced to customer drawings using any material specification available from an extensive range of alloys, brass, composites, etc. Leyton Fasteners https://leytonfasteners.co.uk

Stainless steel bolts, screws and nuts provide long-term corrosion resistance. For above the water line, grade A2–304 is sufficient, but anything that is to be submerged will require at least 6 per cent molybdenum in the alloy: A4-316. The company recommends not coupling stainless steel marine fasteners with aluminium, because a galvanic corrosion process starts when stainless steel is in contact with aluminium in the presence

The team has many years of expertise and experience in the world of fasteners, covering marine, engineering and associated industries, and has access to an extensive range of contacts, resources, suppliers and manufacturers to ensure that it supplies quality products. The company offers local deliveries by its own vehicles or can arrange for goods to be delivered to any part of the UK mainland.

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November 2022

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