U.S. Air Tool Company Inc. (USATCO) is a manufacturer and worldwide distributor of high quality tools for the aviation industry. USATCO offered product range includes aerospace/aviation riveting as well as sheet metal and composite tools and accessories ( rivet squeezers, custom yokes, assembly tools and accessories, angle drill extensions, blind riveters, rivet guns, composite tools, and more. Their installation & removal tools for HI-SHEAR (Hi-Lok™, Hi-Tigue™,Hi-Lite™) fasteners (*) include straight and 20° offset ratchet wrench pneumatic driver assemblies, straight and offset mini pistol grip pneumatic driver assemblies, pneumatic installation & removal kits, ratchet & socket kits, reversible ratchet wrench installation kits, pin protrusion and grip gauges and more. USATCO Hi-Lok™ Pneumatic Installation & Removal Kit includes: Pneumatic 1/4" Square Drive Ratchet (with through hole), nine Hi-Lok™ Sockets (5/32", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4", 9/32", 5/16", 11/32", 3/8" & 7/16"), four Hi-Lok™ Collar Removal Sockets (5/32", 3/16", 1/4" & 5/16"), three Hex Keys (1/16", 5/64" & 3/32") & fitted plastic case.

Installation/removal tools for Hi-Lok™ or Hi-Lok™ style fasteners made by  HS Tooling and Jiffy Air Tool are also offered. Pleae refer to the respective product presentations.

For additional information please refer to the supplied documentation or contact us.

(*) The HI-LOK™ fasteners from HI-SHEAR CORPORATION, subsidiary of LISI AEROSPACE, are the second most used fasteners in aircraft structural assembly after the solid rivets MS20470 and MS20426. The Hi-Lok™ fastener system includes a rivet pin (similar to a screw but with additional advantages) and a collar (similar to a nut).

ATI® TOOLS 105A series AN470/MS20470 universal-head cup shaped double offset drive rivets are manufactured from S2 high-grade shock-resistant steel and machined in accordance with MIL-STD GGG-R-425. They feature protection with plastic coating to prevent damage during shipment and storage, blended radius between cup and chamfer with no sharp edges, which coin or mar skin, highly polished precision cup, free of machine marks and ridges and chamfered corners. Rivet Type: AN470/MS20470 universal-head. Shank diameter 0.401".  Available in different rivet sizes, body diameters and lengths in inches.

Solid shank rivets are relatively low-cost,  permanently installed fasteners used as structural parts in aircraft and other applications where reliability and safety consist a priority.  These rivets are produced in accordance with military and other international standards such as US Army-Navy (AN) standard and Mil-Spec (MS) that followed. AN426/MS20426 and AN470/MS20470 Series rivets are solid aluminum rivets with countersunk head or universal head respectively. Sourced from quality suppliers they are offered as part of our own labelled (AVIATIONEU NEW ERA) product lines. They are  available in different diameters and lengths and sold by the pound (lb). Those designated by the letter "A" in their part numbers are "soft" rivets fabricated from 1100-grade aluminum with a tensile strength of 16,000 PSI while rivets designated by the letters "AD" are fabricated from 2117 aluminum and heat treated to the T4 condition. They have a shear strength of 26,000 PSI and a tensile strength of 38,000 PSI. For additional information please refer to the article on an overview of our fasteners, other supplied documentation, the individual product presentations or contact us.

ATI® TOOLS 110C series flush straight drive rivets with rubber guard are manufactured from S2 high-grade shock-resistant steel and machined in accordance with MIL-STD GGG-R-425. They feature protection with plastic coating to prevent damage during shipment and storage, blended radius between cup and chamfer with no sharp edges, which coin or mar skin, highly polished precision cup, free of machine marks and ridges and chamfered corners. Shank diameter 0.401".  Different sizes are available serve specification requirements for face diameters and lengths.

HOWMET® AEROSPACE Inc. (formerly ARCONIC Inc.) develops and manufactures high performance, engineered products and solutions for the aerospace, industrial gas turbine, commercial transportation and oil and gas markets.

HOWMET® FASTENING SYSTEMS product range offers the greatest breadth and depth of fastening solutions available including: self-locking nuts, quick-release fasteners, draw latches, threaded inserts, lock-bolts, and structural blind fasteners.

HUCK® lockbolts and structural blind fasteners form part of HOWMET FASTENING SYSTEMS and they are designed to provide permanent, vibration-resistant, superior-quality joining solutions for use in industrial applications. HUCK® fasteners offer high tensile, shear and clamp properties and  they are suited to applications where the joints are integral to the structure. Offering a clean and safe alternative to welding and a more efficient fastening method than standard nuts and bolts, HUCK® fasteners offer benefits which other fastening methods cannot, including quick and easy installation, elimination of re-checking / replacement, and ultimately cost reductions.

HUCK® BOM® super strong structural rivets are a great alternative to welding and they are often used as a replacement for welding. One HUCK® BOM® rivet can be used instead of up to four bolt and nuts. Their unique push and pull installation design make them ideal for military vehicles, auto suspensions, high security fencing, rail car assembly and so much more. Available in a range of diameters starting from 4.8mm (3/16") to 19.1mm (3/4") they are resistant to tampering and vibration with exceptional shear and tensile strength. Other fasteners within HUCK® product range include BOBTAIL® lockbolt, MAGNA-LOK®, HUCKLOK®, MAGNA-BULB® and AUTO-BULB™  structural blind fasteners.

For additional information please refer to the supplied documentation.

USATCO C-Yoke riveters are available in single cylinder and tandem cylinder types, both in standard and high force versions. They cover different capacity requirements for use in aluminum and steel and feature quiet, easy operation, CE approval and swivel air inlets. Clamping force exceeds federal specifications. USATCO C-yokes are available for different mounting spacings and furnished with .187” or .250” set holes. 

For additional information please refer to the attached documentation or contact us.

MONOGRAM AEROSPACE FASTENERS® is part of TRIMAS AEROSPACE™ which serves the world’s markets with industry leading products including specialty fasteners, temporary fasteners for fixturing and alignment, fastener installation tools, finishing and removal tools and the design of innovative fastening solutions for the aerospace industry. The blind rivet portfolio of MONOGRAM AEROSPACE FASTENERS® includes:

The Visu-Lok® family of high strength fasteners available to 112 KSI shear. Designed for use in metal structures they address the need for cost-effective one-sided fastener installation as they are fully installed and verified from one side of the structure. Features: High strength. ease of installation, self-locking resisting loosening in severe vibration, available in a wide range of materials, unified or metric sizes, head styles, including oversize and close tolerance interference fit configurations, compliance with NAS standards, easily adapted to robotic or automated installation.

Composi-Lok® fasteners, industry's standard for blind fastening of composite laminates but equally well-suited to metal structures, they  provide superior joint integrity. Approved on virtually all composite airframe programs throughout the world. Features: large blind upset eliminating composite damage, easy, labor-saving one-sided installation, controlled clamp-up, compatible with graphite, available in titanium or CRES materials to resist galvanic corrosion, visual locking, fuel-tight sealing capability.

Radial-Lok® unique hole-filling, high strength blind fasteners. With their uniform radial expansion throughout the entire fastener grip, they are uniquely suited to offer both enhanced fatigue strength & lightning strike damage protection. Uniform radial expansion throughout the entire length of the clearance fit hole. Features: interference fits to .006″, enhanced fatigue life, eliminate costly hole preparation, clearance fit before installation, easy one-sided installation, high clamp-up,  large blind-side upset, tighter joints, ideal for aluminum and composite applications, available in 3/16″ through 3/4″ diameters, including oversizes, .100″ grip accommodation, 7-deg. blind slope capability.

OSI-Bolt®, the only blind bolts capable of equivalent usage with solid shank bolts offering a full 1.5D bearing area. Direct replacement for solid shank pin-and-collar systems. Suited for primary structures they deliver strength with the added advantages of simple one-sided installation & a flush break-off for installed cost savings in both metal and composite structures. The updated titanium Ti-OSI® combines all these advantages in a weight-saving configuration. Features: availability in 95 & 112 KSI shear and a variety of hex, tension, shear, and protruding head styles, diameters from 5/32″ to 1/2”, 1/64” and 1/32” oversize availability, 1/16” grip with +/- .015” capability, “Vise-like” sheet take-up, flat, uniform blind-side footprint ...

ATS Pro-X rivet guns offer unmatched controllability when setting rivets of any type or size. They are used in aircraft manufacturing plants such as Boeing and Lockheed-Martin. With the improved variable power control, proper riveting can be accomplished with confidence.  Different models serve specification requirements (see attached table). 1/8" Aluminum (3/32" Steel) Rivet Capacity. These guns accept all .401 shank rivet sets and attachments. Non-slip Powder Coat Finish. 1/4" NPT Inlet. Lifetime ATS-Pro Warranty.

For over 60 years, CHERRY® AEROSPACE Installation Tools have been specified and used by aircraft manufacturers and repair facilities throughout the world. Each CHERRY® AEROSPACE fastening system is combined with a full range of tools to provide an overall systems approach that ensures optimum compatibility and consistent installation performance. Used worldwide, Their tools are are manufactured to provide maximum service with minimum care. They are offered in a wide variety of hand, pneumatic and pneumatic/hydraulic versions, with optional accessories to permit their use in difficult and limited access areas. The size and type of fastener being installed dictates the type of tool to be used. All installation tools are manufactured at CHERRY® AEROSPACE's plant in Santa Ana, CA, USA.and they are CE Certified.

For additional information please refer to the supplied documentation or contact us.

AIRPRO INDUSTRY CORP. manufactures professional quality air tools, hand  & auto repair tools and accessories for professional applications under  the brand name AIRPROWU. AIRPROWU extensive product line ranges from aircraft tools to industrial, automotive/motorcycle ,tooling/molding, construction and auto body shop solutions and solutions for electronic assembly lines. AIRPROWU compression riveters include different models covering different capacity requirements for aluminum and steel. They come in different dimensions and are  offered with matching yokes to cover various application needs. Please refer to the specifications of individual compression riveters.

ZEPHYR TOOL GROUP (aka ZEPHYR Manufacturing Co.) is a manufacturer of highest quality assembly tools and tooling systems for the aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing industries. ZEPHYR TOOL GROUP product ranges include assembly tools, maintenance tools, fastener installation and removal tools for the aerospace market, power tool accessories for use in the general industrial tool industry, and commercial products. Brands within their family of tools and products include ZEPHYR Aerospace, ZEPHYR Industrial, KWIK-LOK, LOK-FAST, U.S. INDUSTRIAL TOOL (USIT), HSTOOLING  and MARTIN Aircraft Tools.

U.S. INDUSTRIAL TOOL (USIT) 114 series C-Type compression riveters can be used for assembly operations in aircraft, automotive, truck, bus components, boats, metal furniture, toys, electronic chassis & appliance assembly. One man operated, USIT rivet squeezers increase productivity securing high joint integrity with no dependance on operator's skill level. Available in standard and high output configurations. CE certified. They feature tandem cylinder doubling compression force available from tool, rolling cam and wedge assembly multiplying compression force of piston, "squeeze" action with throttle controllable speed allowing easy control, exceptional accuracy and uniformity & swivel air inlet aiding maneuverability. They develop full squeezing force at 90 P.S.I. 

HI-SHEAR Fasteners are patented fasteners of HI-SHEAR CORPORATION (Patent Holder), subsidiary of LISI AEROSPACE, a manufacturer of advanced aerospace fasteners and installation equipment used in space, military and commercial vehicles. Depending on the fastener, they are made by quality fastener manufacturers (licensees) in different  countries including but not limited to LISI AEROSPACE companies, HOWMET ALCOA / SIMMONDS / FAIRCHILD, PCC  SPS, and others. 

HI-SHEAR nuts and collars are designed to fit with their related HI-LOK™/HI-TIGUE™ and HI-LITE™ pins  (separately presented) forming the respective fastener system. HI-LOK™ nuts and collars are designed to fit HI-LOK™ & HI-TIGUE™ pins. HI-LITE™ nuts and collars are designed to fit HI-LITE™, PULL-IN™, PULL-STEM™ & TAPER HI-LITE™ pins.

With a wide range of shapes, materials and coatings, they are suited for most of structural assemblies and are commonly used in the aerospace industry in tension and shear applications. Collars’ wrenching element is designed to break-away at a controlled preload. It has been tested over time and has proven its reliability when installed with non-torque-controlled tools. Main features of nuts and collars include:

- controlled preload

- wide variety of materials and coatings for installation in all structures

- suitable for shear or tension applications, with captive washer, self-aligning or self-sealing options

- limited access installation, using conventional tooling

- designed with a counterbore to fit nominal and oversized pins

- nuts allow customized torque and preload & low height design for low access areas

Please refer to the supplied documentation for additional information.

ATI® TOOLS 100A series (straight drive) and 101A series (offset drive) AN470/MS20470 universal-head cup shaped  rivets are manufactured from S2 high-grade shock-resistant steel and machined in accordance with MIL-STD GGG-R-425. Respective flush head rivets of ATI® TOOLS 100A/101A series are designated by the letter "F" after the series number (i.e. 100AF/101AF respectively. They feature protection with plastic coating to prevent damage during shipment and storage, blended radius between cup and chamfer with no sharp edges, which coin or mar skin, highly polished precision cup, free of machine marks and ridges and chamfered corners. Shank diameter 0.401". Available in different rivet sizes, body diameters and lengths in inches.

JIFFY® AIR TOOL is a market leading solutions provider specializing in professional grade hand held, limited access, pneumatic drilling and fastener installation tools for the aerospace and aircraft industries. Manufactured in the USA, their product portfolio includes an extensive line of specialty hand-held pneumatic tools designed and built for easy, trouble-free operation and reach into difficult areas. Their tools are widely used by airframe assembly, maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities.

Modular Drill Motors & Attachments (JMD)

JIFFY® AIR TOOL pioneered the “Modular Tool” platform for drill motors and attachments (JMD). JIFFY® motors can accept a wide variety of drill attachments to meet limited access requirements.JIFFY® Pistol Grip Straight style drilling tools are offered in models with forward running, reverse running and reversible functions, safety trigger option, 250 – 20,000 RPM, and 0.3 – 1.5 HP.  Available Thread Sizes: 1/4-28, 10-32, 9/32-40, 5/16-24, 3/8-24 and 7mm Collet.

Modular Fastener Installation Tools (JMI)

With JIFFY® modular fastener installation platform installation motors can accept a wide variety of install attachments to meet limited access requirements. The latter are available in 17° indexable or fixed, 20° indexable or fixed, “L”, and straight install type offered in various series correlating to the torque capacity of the fastener. Their versatility is further enhanced by the three offered drive styles: a socket and key system,a flush gear with a key and a hex through with no key control to allow access to confined space installations.

In addition to the modular installation tools, ratchet install tools in straight, 17° and 20° head styles are also available. Their pneumatic ratchet wrenches can be used for HI-SHEAR fastener (*) installation quickly, easily, and efficiently. Their new & improved spring loaded hex tip holder allows the use of special hex tips that will hold the HI-LOK™ style fastener in place when installing non-interference fasteners. With the new & improved design, hex tips are easier than ever to change and can literally be changed in just a few seconds.JIFFY®  sockets and hex tips (sold separately) can be used with these wrenches.

For additional information please refer to the supplied documentation or contact us.

 (*) HI-SHEAR CORPORATION Fastening System includes HI-LITE™, HI-LOK™ and HI-LOK™/HI-TIGUE™ pin and collar fastener combinations. The HI-LOK™ fasteners are the second most used fasteners in aircraft structural assembly after the solid rivets MS20470 and MS20426. The HI-LOK™ fastener system includes a rivet pin (similar to a screw but with additional advantages) and a collar (similar to a nut). Pneumatic installation/removal tools for HI-LOK™ or HI-LOK™ style fasteners are also offered by  HS Tooling and U.S Air Tool Co. (USATCO). Please refer to the respective product presentations.

Blind Rivets are multi-piece rivet assemblies, capable of being installed from one side of the workpiece.Traditionally, blind rivets were used on aircraft leading edges, trailing edges, and close out areas which are limited to access to one side of the structure.  Current blind rivet usage has expanded to many additional areas of the aircraft in an effort to decrease labor expense and to address the ergonomic issues of solid riveting.

The CherryMAX® rivet by CHERRY® AEROSPACE is the most reliable, high strength structural fastener with visual inspectability in the world today.  It features the "Safe-lock" locking collar for more reliable joint integrity, and meets the requirements of PS-CMR-3000. CherryMAX® fasteners are currently available in 1/8" through 1/4" diameters in both nominal (CR3212 and CR3213 Series) and 1/64" oversize diameters (CR3242 and CR3243 Series). 

Please refer to the supplied documentation and the Product Description section for detailed information on CherryMAX® rivet and other blind rivets manufactured by CHERRY® AEROSPACE. 

Solid shank rivets are relatively low-cost,  permanently installed fasteners used as structural parts in aircraft and other applications where reliability and safety consist a priority.  These rivets are produced in accordance with military and other international standards such as US Army-Navy (AN) standard and Mil-Spec (MS) that followed. AN426/MS20426 and AN470/MS20470 Series rivets are solid aluminum rivets with countersunk head or universal head respectively. Sourced from quality suppliers they are offered as part of our own labelled (AVIATIONEU NEW ERA) product lines. They are  available in different diameters and lengths and sold by the pound (lb). Those designated by the letter "A" in their part numbers are "soft" rivets fabricated from 1100-grade aluminum with a tensile strength of 16,000 PSI while rivets designated by the letters "AD" are fabricated from 2117 aluminum and heat treated to the T4 condition. They have a shear strength of 26,000 PSI and a tensile strength of 38,000 PSI. For additional information please refer to the article on an overview of our fasteners, other supplied documentation, the individual product presentations or contact us.

Blind rivets (also commonly referred to as POP Rivets) are mainly used in applications where there is no access to the rear (blind side) of the joint. Rivets have a two-piece construction, the rivet body, shell, or hat and the stem or mandrel. Both the hat and mandrel are pre-assembled and ready to use. Rivets are installed by using a riveting tool to draw the mandrel which causes the body to deform and clamp down on the joint. Upon reaching the designed clamping force, the mandrel snaps and is discarded. A benefit of blind rivets is that they are not material specific and therefore they can be used to combine two different material types together. Furthermore, there is no way to over or under-torque a rivet. If the appropriate diameter and grip range are chosen correctly, the rivet will be installed perfectly every time.

Sourced by quality suppliers, blind rivets, offered as part of our own labelled (AVIATIONEU NEW ERA) product lines, come in different materials, sizes, military or industrial standards and packing options to meet different application requirements. They are intended for use in a wide range of applications including  aircrafts, ships, submersibles, RVs, trailers,  machinery, small electronics, structural beams and others. Please refer to the individual product presentations to find the rivet which best suits your needs. 

AVIATIONEU NEW ERA Metric (M) aluminum alloy/steel rivets with a galvanized surface treatment are produced in accordance with DIN 7337 standard. Competitively priced, they are offered in different rivet diameters and lengths in mm.  Sold in packs with the number of rivets per pack indicated in the product SKU after the letters "PK". Appearing sale prices are per pack. For additional information please refer to the supplied documentation or contact us.

Rivet cutters of different types are commonly used in Aerospace and many industrial applications. These quality heavy duty tools are made by different manufacturers mostly in hand-held but also in bench mounted versions and can be used for cutting rivets of aluminum and other materials od different diameters and lengths. Some of them are briefly presented below.

ATI® TOOLS 501 series aerospace heavy duty rivet cutters are designed to quickly and easily shear aluminum rivets. They are adjustable for 1/4˝ to 3/4˝ long rivets in 1/16˝ increments. Available in two models with standard handle (ATI 501R) and long handle (ATI 501S).

The RC-1 heavy-duty rivet cutter manufactured by LANCASTER PUMP is designed to mount onto a workbench (or held in vice), and will cut five (5) different diameter rivets, wire, and screws to any of seven (7) different lengths. It is made of hardened steel and the cutting surfaces are ground to exacting tolerances for consistently clean, distortion-free cuts. Accepts diameters: 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", and 3/16". Cuts lengths: 5/32", 7/32", 9/32", 11/32", 13/32", 15/32", and 17/32". Shipping weight 3 lbs ( appr. 1.5kg).

For more information on these tools please consult the supplied documentation or contact us.

AICRAFT TOOL SUPPLY (ATS) is a manufacturer of tools and hardware for the aviation industry. ATS offers an extensive range of aircraft countersink cutters and piloted aircraft stop countersink cutters (aka Micro-Stop cutters or Microstop Countersinks) used to make precision countersinks to accept flush-head fasteners.

Our offered ATS countersinks include:

HSS 1/4-28 male threaded 3 cutting flute pilot cutters,

HSS 1/4-28 male threaded, 1/2” diameter zero flute pilot cutters,

HSS 1/4-28 male threaded removable pilot cutters with solid carbide tip (require 1500P pilot),

Hollow cutters designed to cut away swagged or threaded collars from fasteners,

Respective offered ATS Microstops include:

133-HD heavy duty Microstop Countersink with ball bearings for ultra smooth operation. The ball bearing design also makes it run much cooler than a standard microstop,

133-Mini Microstop Countersink for use  in tight areas that can’t be reached by a standard cage. 

133-Slim Microstop Countersink packing all the features of a standard microstop in a slim design of only 11/16” in diameter. 

 Complete kit is a great package deal featuring our 133

133 Microstop Countersink Kit which includes the Microstop and 4 pilot cutters (1000-100 series) in sizes #40, #30, #21, and #12. The kit is also offered with the countersink only.

For additional information please consult the supplied documentation or contact us.