FM Academy

Your technical training in the world of fasteners

In a constantly evolving sector, knowledge and constant updating are the key to success.

Your complete journey into the world of fasteners

The FM Academy is the ultimate learning resource for learning every aspect of the fastener world. We've structured our program into four thematic modules, designed to provide you with in-depth, practical knowledge.

Production technologies and processes

Standards, certifications and technical documentation

Standard thread and mechanical characteristics

Assembly, fastening and performance

We offer structured courses that combine theory and immersive practice. Discover our online portal: a resource packed with insights, regulations, and production process secrets, for a knowledge that's always one step ahead.

Production

Production technologies and processes

In this module, you'll explore fastener manufacturing techniques, from molding methods to treatments and coatings. You'll delve into materials and defects, learning how to ensure quality and durability in every component.

31 July 2025
Milling is one of the most versatile techniques in chip removal mechanical processing, used to create flat surfaces, grooves, complex profiles, and pockets on a wide variety of materials. This process relies on the use of a rotating multi-cutting tool, called a milling cutter, which removes material from the workpiece
31 July 2025
Drilling is one of the fundamental techniques in machining by chip removal, used to create cylindrical holes in solid materials. This process is essential in many industrial applications, as holes are required for component assembly, fluid passage creation, and the insertion of fasteners. Drilling can be performed on v
31 July 2025
Turning is one of the most widely used machining processes for chip removal, employed to create cylindrical, conical, or profiled surfaces on a workpiece. During the turning process, a sharp cutting tool removes material from the rotating workpiece, generating chips. This method is extensively used in various industria
31 July 2025
Machining by chip removal is a manufacturing technique that involves the removal of material from a raw workpiece to obtain the desired shape. This process is performed using cutting tools that can be mounted on machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drills, and grinders. The precision and surface quality obta
31 July 2025
Punching is a mechanical processing technique used to cut or shape materials using a punch and die. In the fastener industry, punching is essential for producing components like screws, bolts, washers, and other fastening elements. This process offers high precision, efficiency, and repeatability, making it ideal for m
30 July 2025
Thread rolling is a cold-forming process used to produce threads on screws and bolts. This method is preferred over other threading processes due to its ability to create high-quality threads with greater tensile strength and a smoother surface finish. Unlike material removal processes, thread rolling plastically defor
30 July 2025
Stamping and extrusion techniques are plastic deformation processes used in the mechanical industry to produce components with complex shapes and superior mechanical properties. While stamping involves deforming the material using molds under pressure, extrusion is a process in which a material is forced through a die
30 July 2025
Cold forging is a metal plastic deformation technique that takes place at room temperature or slightly above, without heating the material. This process is widely used for the production of metal components with tight tolerances, high surface quality, and improved mechanical properties. Cold forging is particularly sui
30 July 2025
Hot forging is a widely used metalworking technique in the mechanical industry for producing components with complex geometries and high mechanical properties. This process involves heating the material above its recrystallization temperature, allowing the metal to deform plastically without breaking. Hot forging is pa
30 July 2025
The stamping process for the production of screws and bolts is fundamental in the mechanical industry. It enables the creation of essential components for assembling structures and machinery. Stamping ensures precision, strength, and durability—essential characteristics for screws and bolts.

Compliance

Standards, certifications and technical documentation

This chapter will guide you through the complex world of quality regulations and certifications. You'll learn the importance of technical documentation and control processes (such as PPAP and PPM), which are essential for industry compliance.

29 July 2025
Structural fasteners represent a critical category of fastening elements used in construction and large infrastructure projects

Technique

Standard threads and mechanical characteristics

A technical study of threads, standards, and coupling tolerances. We'll examine in detail the mechanical properties of screws and nuts, their strength classes, and their materials, providing you with the foundation for an informed choice.

31 July 2025
The IS UNI EN ISO 898-1:2013 standard specifies the mechanical properties of metric threaded bolts and studs made of carbon steel and alloy steel. This standard covers a wide range of strength classes, determining the requirements for properties such as tensile strength, hardness, and resilience.
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30 July 2025
Carbon steels are one of the most widely used metallic alloys in the mechanical and metallurgical industries. They are primarily composed of iron and carbon, with the carbon content playing a crucial role in determining the material's mechanical properties. The classification of carbon steels is mainly based on their
29 July 2025
Structural fasteners represent a critical category of fastening elements used in construction and large infrastructure projects

Application

Assembly, fastening and performance

Gain practical knowledge for optimal assembly. This module covers tightening criteria, preload, and causes of loosening, presenting effective solutions to prevent failures and ensure stability.

by Alice Libardi 31 July 2025
Bolts are essential components in many mechanical and structural applications. However, the shape and design of bolts can significantly affect their load capacity. Bolts with reduced sections, deep threads, or special geometries may have lower breaking loads compared to standard bolts. This document analyzes the mechan
by Alice Libardi 31 July 2025
Bolts are essential components in many mechanical and structural applications. However, the shape and design of bolts can significantly affect their load capacity. Bolts with reduced sections, deep threads, or special geometries may have lower breaking loads compared to standard bolts. This document analyzes the mechan
31 July 2025
I bulloni sono componenti essenziali in molte applicazioni meccaniche e strutturali. Tuttavia, la forma e il design dei bulloni possono influenzare significativamente la loro capacità di carico. Bulloni con sezioni ridotte, filettature profonde o geometrie speciali possono avere carichi di rottura inferiori rispetto ai
31 July 2025
The IS UNI EN ISO 898-1:2013 standard specifies the mechanical properties of metric threaded bolts and studs made of carbon steel and alloy steel. This standard covers a wide range of strength classes, determining the requirements for properties such as tensile strength, hardness, and resilience.
31 July 2025
La norma UNI EN ISO 898-1:2013 specifica le proprietà meccaniche di bulloni e viti prigioniere a filetto metrico realizzati in acciaio al carbonio e acciaio legato. Questa norma copre un'ampia gamma di classi di resistenza, determinando i requisiti per proprietà come la resistenza a trazione, la durezza e la resilienza
31 July 2025
The ISO metric system (International Organization for Standardization) is one of the most widely used measurement systems in the world, particularly in industrial and engineering applications. A fundamental part of the ISO system includes bolts and nuts, which are essential for assembling various mechanical components.
31 July 2025
Il sistema metrico ISO (Organizzazione Internazionale per la Standardizzazione) è uno dei sistemi di misurazione più utilizzati al mondo, in particolare nelle applicazioni industriali e ingegneristiche. Una parte fondamentale del sistema ISO include bulloni e dadi, che sono essenziali per l'assemblaggio di vari compone
31 July 2025
Milling is one of the most versatile techniques in chip removal mechanical processing, used to create flat surfaces, grooves, complex profiles, and pockets on a wide variety of materials. This process relies on the use of a rotating multi-cutting tool, called a milling cutter, which removes material from the workpiece
31 July 2025
La fresatura è una delle tecniche più versatili nella lavorazione meccanica per asportazione di truciolo, utilizzata per creare superfici piane, scanalature, profili complessi e cavità su una vasta gamma di materiali. Questo processo si basa sull'uso di un utensile rotante a più taglienti, chiamato fresa, che rimuove m
31 July 2025
Drilling is one of the fundamental techniques in machining by chip removal, used to create cylindrical holes in solid materials. This process is essential in many industrial applications, as holes are required for component assembly, fluid passage creation, and the insertion of fasteners. Drilling can be performed on v