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The comic strip "Get'cher Snap Rings Here!," is presented, which focuses on the snap ring of pliers.

The article discusses, Robinson, whose father is Chris Robinson of the band The Black Crowes, who made the relationship public on Tuesday, February 15 when he uploaded two sweet snaps from a date night to his Instagram. In the first he kisses his girlfriend on the cheek, and he captioned the post with a red heart emoji, which is Gen Z's speak for, "We are going steady." Not for nothing, Iris's red lip game is on point.

The article offers tips to be followed by the motorbike owners to repair and maintain their transmission shaft. It informs that owners are required to have service manual to repair their automobiles. Information about snap rings offered by Kawasaki and Harley-Davidson is presented. It warns the repairer to install snap rings in their proper grooves.

The article offers guidelines for installing carpets on a boat. The author described the differences between the proper uses of loop-pile commercial-grade carpeting, foam-backed carpet and foam carpet pads and plush pile carpeting. Also discussed are safety reminders in securing carpets where there previously was none. The author provided step-by-step instructions for checking the size and shape of the carpet and attaching upholstery snaps that will fasten the carpet into place.

The article discusses the author's views on the advantages of fastening solutions using plastic clip-on components for thin sheet applications. He explores the revolutionary technology of plastic clip-on or press-in boss for thin sheets. The author uses the Easy Boss from EJOT Verbindungstechnik GmbH & Co. KG to illustrate the advantages of the metal or plastic clip-on technology.

The article focuses on manufacturers of marine hardware whose technology-dependent products contribute to the success of marine fabrication projects. Hardware such as the Lever Lock Joiner and a universal deck hinge from Intermold is gaining popularity in the market. Tri Vantage's popular new product is a ball and socket fitting which helps fabricators fit frames around curved edges. In response to concerns about traditional snap applications, YKK introduced a new adhesive snap fastener called the Snad.

Discusses the fundamentals of annular snap-fit joints (ASJ). Examples of ASJ; Description of ASJ; Reason of designers for not choosing ASJ for plastic assemblies; Ways to make a first order approximation in finding out whether or not ASJ can handle a particular application.

The article reviews Pin Oven Chains offered by Iwis.

Reports on fastener manufacturers' meeting of designers' special needs. Demand for snap-fit fasteners in products ranging from automotive parts to aircraft engines, power tools, marine equipment and electronic components; Reduction of tooling and weight of products by snap-fit fasteners; DuPont's Automotive Products Group's development of a Snap-fit Design System software that program engineers can use to analyze different plastic snap-fit design options.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for the use of snaps, eyelets and rivets.

The article evaluates various products for use by marine fabricators including plastic adhesive snap components from YKK Snap Fasteners America Inc., anti-fungal, anti-stain, and abrasion-resistant upholstery vinyl by Spradling International Inc. and the PF AquaForte water-based, non-toxic, non-flammable and eco-friendly cleaner from PT Technologies.

The article focuses on the benefits of using snap technology in the assembly process of industrial enclosures. The snap fastener is forced through a rectangular cutout. Once the wing pitches are past the cutout, the snap elements snap automatically into position due to the pressure force from the compressed spring. Installation gets completed once the click sound is made. The technology minimizes cost and inventory, and fasteners do not loosen over time.

The article highlights Italian collections of men's clothing for spring 2007. Trussardi take direction from the surfers of the 1960s, which gave the brand free abandon on a slick silhouette built out of crisp fabrics. While others kept designs free of bells and whistles, Belstaff chose to include theirs, in the form of oversized metal snaps that were used on bomber jackets and pants. A pair of perforated toffee leather loafers perfectly summed up Sergio Rossi's style for the season.

The article offers suggestions for adjusting the running martingale for the Western horse. Topics discussed include using the weight of the rings and the leather fork to offer a quicker release to a horse; advantages of leather running martingale over nylon and cord; and checking the martingale's adjustment on each horse and importance of using a martingale with reins without snaps.

The article offers information on several products including the Personalized Soft Grip Snap leash from DogIDs, the New American Ragg Wool Crew socks from Fox River, and the 404 NSW Carbon clincher wheelset from Zipp.

The article discusses the advantages of using a smaller anvil for the base of rivets or snaps when applying the fasteners.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for sewing covered snaps and thread chains onto clothes.

Presents ideas on simple boat chores. Usage of snaps for carpets; Engine filter cleaning; Protection of nautical charts.

The article presents various collar details from patterns and garments of the 1930s and '40s. It is informed that the asymmetrical collars attaches to any garment with small snaps. In the scarfed neckline collars cut-on scarf begins at center front and wraps up and around the neck, then under itself to be pinned in place.

Provides information on the different types of rain gear that can be used by farmers. Use of nylon and polyesters in the rainsuits; Advantage of noncorrosive snaps over zippers; Key features of the high-visibility rainsuit.

The article previews the snap closures from Jul Designs.

The article evaluates the Snap bolt on/slip-in fastener from FMF Racing.

The article informs that a light coat of Teflon lubricant such as Star brite Snap from Star Brite can be used to stick snaps and zippers together because lubricants provide corrosion-resistant film onto snaps and zippers.

The article offers suggestions by John Gregal, owner of Arlington, Virginia-based Mount Vernon Canvas Works Inc., on how to replace male and female side of snap on boats and he recommends to use two fasteners from Overton's Inc. including the Top-Snapper and a snap kit with crimping pliers.

The article offers information on how to replace bungee, marine exterior fabric which usually breaks from weather exposure, with Stay put fastener that use tension to secure canvas.

The article offers information on the ways to properly use the common line-to-lure connectors. It says that fishers must avoid cheaper versions of snap swivels with barrel swivels because they cannot spin well. It states that it is best to use black and cross-lock model of snaps. It adds that fishers must also use quality leader with stainless steel ball-bearing swivel and cross-lock snap.

The article offers brief information on the maintenance of primary survival gear carrier (PSGC) particularly on the replacement of defective snaps for the pocket holes.

The article evaluates the Cord Lok System guitar cord lock snaps from BigRock Engineering.

The article deals with using a Duolock snap on the terminal end of the fishing line to facilitate quick changes on the water. Duolocks have a wide, gentle curve that can actually enhance the action of swimming plugs and spoons, yet this terminal tackle won't affect the action of poppers, bucktails and jigs. It emphasizes the importance of using only the snaps because swivels are not necessary for this kind of cast-and-retrieve fishing.

Provides useful tips on how to take care of loose or torn snaps on the aircrew integrated recovery survival armor vest and equipment. Use of a snap setter locally purchased and a rawhide mallet, NSN 5120-00-222-2220; Process of re-seating the freewheeling snaps and then giving them 2 to 3 good whacks with a mallet; Importance of not damaging the snap in the process.

The article offers brief information on composites industry-related products including the self-contained, adhesively applied fastener studs from Click Bond, the L-F610 reformable epoxy adhesive film from L&L Products, and the low-density sheet molding compound (SMC) from AOC LLC.

The article focuses on the collaboration of Dng, a Chinese company specialized in magnetic closure, and French engineer Philippe Beaupère to create a collection og magnetic snap fasteners.

The article evaluates the specialty snap fastener closure products from DOT Fasteners including the Durable snap fasteners, Pull-The-DOT and Lift-The-DOT directional snap fasteners.

The article presents information on Dieter Ramsauer, founder and president of the German based company Dirak and his 250 patents in fastening systems. According to Ramsauer many people were skeptical about the snap fit technology as they did not understand the malleability of the materials.. Ramsauer, who has trained as a toolmaker, believes that practical knowledge of materials, product enhancement and consumer requirement are essential for success in engineering.

The article evaluates the SST (slant side), the LTD (lift-top design), and the SE (silver edition), three soft tonneau covers, from Downey Products and offers information on their features and their workings.

Focuses on the application of polyamide as material for snap connectors for automotive air conditioners. Benefits of using polyamide connectors; Material selected by Viking Plastics for its connectors; Characteristics of Stanyl polyamide.

The WrapBax lanyard manufactured by DBI/SALA is specifically designed for tie-back use, eliminating the need for time-consuming anchor straps on projects. It features the easy-to-use hook action found standard on all of DBI patented snap hooks and incorporates a new ergonomic pistol-grip design for smooth one-handed operation, even while wearing gloves. The WrapBax hook offers a unique look to easily differentiate the safety device from standard 360 degrees protection-5,000 lb in any direction.

The article reports on a new technology snap fastener. Unique geometry of a clover spring gives this bistable fastener uniform snap and high breakaway force. Stacking the springs lets the design engineer meet most latch-and release requirements. Application of the predetermined force snaps the fastener to its other stable position, releasing a door, hatch or structural component. Many automotive, aerospace and consumer applications are possible.