Fasteners and associated tools are often a key item in design, but in practice play a crucial role in the reliability, reproducibility and maintainability of machines. As such, the importance of thoughtful choices in fastening is becoming increasingly strategic. This article describes how targeted solutions around fasteners contribute to production efficiency, and what role Archey plays in this.

1. Inventory management: flexibility as a basic requirement

Machine builders often operate on a project basis, with varying volumes and deadlines. Traditional inventory models do not always match this. To avoid production downtime or warehouse overload, scalable solutions are needed.

Archey uses Kardex storage systems and EazyStock software, among others, to link inventory insight to customer consumption. Combined with framework contracts, this creates a system where deliveries are matched to actual needs.

This offers three immediate benefits:

• Lower inventory costs on the customer side
• Faster peak availability
• Less waste and downtime

2. Traceability: necessity for industries with compliance requirements

In industries such as food, medical technology, automotive or high-tech, traceability is not an option, but a requirement. Fasteners must be traceable to batch and material level, including test results and certifications.

Through Archey's customer service, we provide insight:

• Batch data

• Material certificates (e.g., 3.1/2.2)
• Inspection reports
• History of deliveries

Integrating this information into the ordering process makes it easier to comply with internal audits or external inspections.

3. Material and assembly advice

In many engineering projects, tightening torque remains understudied. Yet this is often one of the causes of structural failure or unnecessary maintenance. Material choices, such as combinations of stainless steel, galvanized steel or specific coatings, can also have a long-term impact on wear, corrosion or unscrewing.

Archey supports engineers and work planners with:

• Tightening torque recommendations.
• Advice on material combinations
• Selection of coatings for specific environments (moisture, salt, temperature)

This knowledge is available through the knowledge base, as well as directly through contact with product specialists.

4. Security of supply through a distributed network

Dependency on individual suppliers is a risk, especially when there are disruptions in the supply chain. Archey has a network of more than 200 suppliers and selects the most suitable partner for each project based on price, delivery time, standards and availability.

For machine builders, this means:

• Less chance of delayed deliveries
• More choice in alternatives in scarcity
• More stable conditions for long-term projects

Fastening solutions are an important part of efficient manufacturing - especially in industries where precision, speed and reliability come together. By combining technical expertise, scalable logistics and reliable sourcing, Archey helps optimize machine builders' production processes.