Custom Fasteners Manufacturer
Quality metal parts won’t do any good unless you have something that holds them all together. Such is the job of custom fasteners. Sometimes, fasteners are relatively straightforward.
Other times, custom fasteners, also known as specialty fasteners are required to keep specially-made parts in place. Since 1980, The Federal Group USA has been helping clients discover the fasteners they need to hold their next big project together.
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Custom Fastener Material
To begin with, you’ll want to make sure that you are choosing the right materials. One of the best things about high-quality custom fasteners is that they can be made from any number of different metal materials.
The Federal Group USA has experience working with a broad range of metals including:
- Alloy steels
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Bronze
- Carbon steel
- Copper
- Exotic metal fasteners
- Nickel
- Stainless steel
- Titanium
Choosing the right materials is critical to making sure that the fastener can withstand the heat and work holding ability of the job for which it is intended.
Custom Fastener Drives
The drives at the top portion (head) of the fastener are just as important as the material. If you don’t have the right type of drive in place, you risk accidentally stripping the fastener when you go to screw it on. Additionally, you need to make sure that the fastener is actually of the right size, lest it fails to fasten into place and do the job it is intended to do.
Some of the most common types of drives that we work with include:
- Clutch: Consists of a circular array of pins, often used for applications requiring high torque transfer.
- Combination: Combines two different drive types, like a Phillips and slotted hybrid.
- One-Way: Designed for installation only, it resists removal, making it useful for security purposes.
- Phillips: Drives that are slotted by straight lines into crosses.
- Sockets: These have hexagonal sockets in their heads.
- Slotted: These have one slot line running completely across the head.
- Spanner: Features two round holes for a specialized spanner tool, enhancing security against tampering.
- Squares: Spread out into four even lines.
- Star: A star-shaped recess in the fastener.
- Torq-set: Resembles a cross between Phillips and Torx drives, with improved torque transmission.
- Tri-Wing: A triangular drive with three wings, often used for tamper-resistant applications.
In addition to these basic drive types, it is also possible to create your own custom drives. This can be helpful for jobs that require specialized parts.
Custom Fastener Heads
In addition to the drives, you’ll want to consider the heads. These can either sit shallowly atop the part to which it has been fastened or further down and more deeply. Among the most common types of fastener heads are:
- Button
- Cap
- Dome
- Flat
- Hexagon
- Oval
- Pan
Custom engineered fasteners will have endless possibilities when it comes to the head type.
Custom Fastener Threads
The thread and pitch diameter of a fastener is also important for helping it fit into place. One important factor to consider is whether you need your fastener threading to be coarser or more fine.
Coarse Threads
Coarse threads result in fasteners that have fewer threads down the length of the fastener,. This means they will be less likely to strip when you screw them in.
Fine Threads
On the other hand, fine threads have more threads down the length of the fastener. This means that they are typically stronger and harder to shake loose from the item to which they have been fastened.
Custom Fastener Sizes
One important factor when making your determination is size. You always want to make sure your fastener is fixed firmly in place, and that means making sure it is the right size for your joint, hole, or other fastening points.
Custom fasteners can, thus, be made to any size necessary like the big bolt above. One great way to determine whether you’re using the best fastener is with the aid of the Machinery’s Handbook.
Male and Female Fasteners
Another thing to keep in mind when ordering custom fasteners is whether they are male or female parts, with the former having external parts that help them fit into place with the latter. Male fasteners include different types of bolts, nails, pins, rivets, rods, and screws, while female fasteners include nuts, washers.
At TFG USA, your premier custom fastener manufacturer, we offer a full range of high-quality custom bolts, high strength bolts, washers, and other male and female fasteners.
Custom Bolts and Screws
The most common method of forming these is through cold heading manufacturing. The threads on these can be formed either by cutting the threads on a lathe, cutting threads using a screw machine, or roll forming which is the process of squeezing the shaft, rolling it through a die with pressure to from the threads, this is the most consistent and accurate process of manufacturing threads. The Federal Group USA has experience manufacturing various types of custom bolts including carriage bolts, lag bolts, plow bolts, and more.
Custom Rivets
Custom rivets are also formed using the cold heading process. Rivets can be made from steel, aluminum and even brass. Care must be taken in the grade of the metal chosen for the application.
Too hard of a grade and the rivet will not be able to be flattened in the tool to properly attach the two parts. Too soft and the rivet may stress fracture or even pull through the hole when from the movement of the two parts.
Custom Fastener Finishing
Finally, you need to think about the finishing applied to your fastening. The finishing you choose can have a profound impact on the degree to which the fastener is protected against corrosion and other types of issues.
Some of the most popular types of finishes include:
- Aluminum hot-dip galvanizing: Ideal for outdoor applications.
- Anodizing: Best for protection and has a variety of color options.
- Black oxide: Offers protection and a sleek appearance.
- Chrome plating: Mostly for decorative purposes.
- Powder coating: Allows for endless colored finishes.
- Zinc plating: Provides corrosion resistance.
In addition to coating, some custom fasteners might require secondary operations like CNC Machining.
Interested in Custom Fasteners for Your Next Project?
We at TFG USA are proud to stand as one of the premier custom fastener manufacturers in the country. When you place a call to us regarding custom fasteners, we will take you through every step of the process, bringing you up-to-date on the latest advances in custom fastener production and making recommendations as to which options we think are best suited to your particular project.
Whether you are looking for a custom bolt with tight tolerances or specialty screws with unique specifications, The Federal Group USA has experience with a range of custom fasteners.
The best fasteners bring everything together, and that’s what we do in our work with clients every day. If you’re interested in getting a quote for custom fasteners contact us today.
Client Testimonials
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Jonathon Lanham2025-09-26Mike Allen and The Federal Group have been an absolute pleasure to work with. From the first day we reached out to them they responded punctually and professionally and helped us with every step of the process. We came to them with a budget conscious challenge and they delivered above and beyond a fitting and accurate solution. A quality finished part that has improved the overall quality of our product, and that's what really counts. Thank you to The Federal Group!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sean Brockhouse2025-04-20Sandor Holzer has gone above and beyond helping us to get another part ramped up for production, creative getting samples ahead of schedule so we could meet tight timelines. Outstanding customer service!!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Melissa Quiroz2024-08-09Good company, knowledgeable staff, product was exactly what i asked for. Got me out of a jam!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Alex Armstrong2023-12-15Steve was great to work with and was always available when needed.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Jon Ramsey2023-10-07Mike at TFG was tenative to our supply needs and an immense help! Took on a project that was quite large and daunting, only to be resilient through the task challenges. In conclusion, everything was completed successfully and a huge success. Would recommend and I plan to use them for future projects. Thanks again Mike and TFG team.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Nic Robinson2023-10-05Steve Bogdanovich has been critical to our team meeting deadlines with a quality product. The communication and customer service is top notch. We know we can rely on Steve and The Federal Group team to get us a quality product and in a timely manner. We've sent all of our casted parts through them because we know we will get the best service, and they keep us informed through every step in the process.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sean Connelly2023-06-21The Federal Group was great to work with. Steve was very professional and diligent in providing good advice/feedback as well as following up with me. Look forward to working with them in the future as well!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Sher Stahl2020-07-10The Federal Group is a top-notch supplier of ours. They take quality very seriously and strive to ensure we have exactly what we want and when we need it. Communication is excellent. Service is excellent. I have worked with this supplier directly for better than 7 years now, and still considered one of my best suppliers. We've recently expanded our product line with this company and are excited to partner on this line and on future projects. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have such a responsive company, and rep, Richard, to work with. I highly recommend this supplier.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Marshall2020-06-30Excellent customer service and products!
