Bulten AB (BULTEN)

Overview

Bulten AB (publ) is a well-established company with a history stretching back to 1873, focusing on manufacturing and distributing fasteners along with providing related services and solutions. Initially known as FinnvedenBulten AB (publ), the company underwent a name change in September 2014 to Bulten AB (publ). It operates from its headquarters in Gothenburg, Sweden, and serves a diverse range of industries, including light vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, automotive suppliers, consumer electronics, and others. Bulten’s global footprint extends across key markets in Sweden, Poland, Germany, the United Kingdom, the rest of Europe, the United States, China, Taiwan, and other international locations, making it a significant player in the fasteners industry.

Products and Services

Bulten AB (publ) offers a comprehensive array of fasteners and related products to meet the demanding requirements of various industries. Their product line includes:

• Sems-fasteners: These are pre-assembled screws and washers designed for efficient installation, reducing assembly time and cost.
• Thread forming screws: Engineered to form its own thread within pre-drilled holes, eliminating the need for nuts and improving joint integrity.
• Miniature fasteners: Designed for applications where space is limited and precision is crucial, often used in electronics and medical devices.
• Screws for plastics: These screws are specifically designed to form strong threads in plastic materials, ensuring a secure and durable joint.
• Inserts for plastics: Providing a threaded hole in a plastic part, these are used to create a metal thread in plastic components for high-strength fastening.
• Compression limiters: They prevent over-tightening and potential damage to plastic components while providing load-bearing threads.
• Self-aligning screws: Features a tapered tip that allows for slight misalignment, facilitating easier installation in complex assemblies.
• Fasteners with patches: Pre-applied adhesive or locking elements on these fasteners prevent loosening due to vibration or thermal expansion.
• Weld fasteners: These are designed to be welded directly onto another metal surface, providing a permanent and robust attachment.
• Clinch type fasteners: Fasteners that are mechanically inserted into sheet metal to provide a threaded hole for bolts or screws.
• Metal locking fasteners: These fasteners feature a locking mechanism that resists loosening under vibration or dynamic loading.
• Special automotive fasteners: Customized solutions designed specifically for the automotive industry, meeting stringent specifications and standards.
• Functional fasteners: Engineered for specific functionalities beyond traditional fastening, addressing unique assembly challenges.
• Cold forged parts: Parts formed at low temperatures to enhance strength and precision within tight tolerances.
• Customized fastener solutions: Tailored to meet the unique requirements of different industries, providing specialized fastening solutions.
• Nuts: A wide range of nuts designed for use with bolts and screws in various applications, ensuring secure fastening.
• Flangeform: A specialized fastener system for thin sheet metals, offering high resistance to loosening and easy installation.