2014 ARP Catalog

Behind The Scenes There are a number of important elements in the produc- tion of specialty fasteners, not the least of which are materials, design and manufacturing. As you read further into this catalog, you will get a better idea of the extraordinary steps taken by ARP to produce the very finest products of their kind on the market today. The key to success in all areas is personnel. And here’s where ARP’s cadre of highly qualified and dedicated specialists shines brightly. Two valuable resources in the design of ARP products are Dr. Kenneth Foster and Russell Sherman, P.E. Both men have extensive backgrounds in mechanical engineering, metallurgy and stress analysis. Their academic credentials are substantial, and real world experience equally impressive. Dr. Foster has a Ph.D. in Engineering Mechanics from Cornell University and has taught at several colleges. He was formerly the head of Stress & Dynamics at Hughes Aircraft, Space Systems division. Mr. Sherman has been awarded a fellowship from A.S.M. International, a technical achievement award from Fastener Technology International, and holds a number of fastener patents.

Kenneth Foster, PhD Consulting Engineer

Russell Sherman, P.E. Consulting Engineer

Robert Logsdon Q.C. Consultant

Some of the most valuable work done by Foster and Sherman includes analyzing various aspects of engine, chassis and driveline structural loads, and coming up with solutions to the problems at hand. In this manner, the ARP Research Team is able to continually expand the company’s product line. ARP has added Robert Logsdon to its cadre of consultants. He comes to ARP with vast experience in the area of Metrology, QualityControl,Manufacturing, AcquisitionandConfiguration Management. Logsdon is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy of Metrology Engineering, the Defense Management College

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High powered magnifiers are used to carefully inspect critical compo- nents. ARP’s quality control team is relentless!

A series of special checking devices are employed to monitor the quality of threads. For every thread size, there is a checking device.

A computer-controlled Instron tensile machine is used to determine the ultimate tensile strength of studs and bolts.

ARP has two highly sophisticated Amsler fatigue machines, which test fasteners through millions of cycles.

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