Fasteners, the small yet essential pieces that hold automotive parts together, come in a huge variety of shapes and materials. There is a fastener for every job, and while most are metallic, plastic fasteners are gaining popularity because of their lightweight and resistant characteristics.

Industrial equipment requires parts and lubricants designed to withstand the rigors of daily operation. High pressure, extreme temperatures, and intense friction are all possible. Industrial-strength lubricants such as heavy-duty anti-seize meet these needs in several ways.

Protecting the bolts in an exhaust system can be tough. These parts are subjected to extreme heat, corrosive gas and lots of vibration and movement. All these factors can lead to a bolt failing, causing a bigger problem and leading to an extensive repair. Using high-temperature anti-seize is one way to protect the bolts and make them easier to work with during maintenance or repairs.

Metal corrodes and causes parts to stop working. Anti-seize is a type of lubricant that addresses this problem. It does so with a suspension of metal lubricating particles in a high-temperature grease base. So, in addition to minimizing corrosion, it also reduces friction and the torque needed to fasten bolts.

Maintaining and repairing machinery and engines can be challenging in any environment, but working in a marine environment can bring extra obstacles. Water seems peaceful, but anyone with experience knows that marine settings are actually very harsh and can quickly cause corrosion and warping. This is why marine anti-seize is so critical for taking care of machines that spend a lot of time in the water.

Stainless steel is lightweight, durable, and resistant to rust and corrosion. That makes it a perfect fit for many automotive components. As with any metal-on-metal connections, anti-seize lubricant should be used with stainless parts and fasteners.