Rolled Threads Unlimited has earned a reputation in the industry as a premier thread rolling job shop, due in part to our broad range of capabilities: from fully threaded bars and studs to bolts, lead screws, and specialty fasteners—and more. One such product we would like to highlight from our portfolio of possibilities is tie rods.
Tie rods are structural components utilized to avoid disjunction between two interconnected elements. These slender rods or bars are employed as ties, being primarily adept at bearing tensile forces.
Some common consumer examples of tie rods include the spokes of bicycle wheels or within steel structures like bridges or cranes. From an industrial standpoint, tie rods are well-used in hydraulic cylinders and valve applications, as well as in heavy equipment and machinery for power generation.
Through our tie rod production capabilities, Rolled Threads serves several companies who are influential manufacturers within their industries. Husco, Generac, and Parker Hannifin all make use of these strong and dependable products.
Tie rods can be produced in a variety of materials: carbon & alloy steel, stainless steel, nickel alloy, brass, and aluminum. Diameter can range from under 1/8” to 3”, and hardness levels can approach 42 on the Rockwell C scale. Rolled Threads also meets the following specifications:
- ASME B1.1
- ASME B1.13M
- SAE AS8879
- ASME B1.21M
Over the past couple of years, Rolled Threads has made significant investments in our tie rod production capabilities. Our machines can achieve unparalleled operating speeds, facilitating simultaneous rolling of threads with varying lengths—thus allowing us to expertly serve customers in need of higher-volume production. And for other customers, our high-speed planetary threads roller can be leveraged to make large quantities of fully-threaded studs.
The speed and output of our equipment are benefits that rival companies find challenging to surpass. Learn more about the advantages of working with Rolled Threads for your tie rod needs—or any thread rolling service—by reaching out to us today.