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Non Metallic Latches
Rubber and Plastic Latches for Any Application When your latch application requires a part that will never corrode, is non-conductive and/or has excellent resistance to many chemicals, you will want to choose a non-metallic latch. These parts are made from highly...
End of the Year Luncheon 2021
With the new year already in full swing, let’s take a moment to recap Sierra Pacific’s end-of-the-year party on December 16th, 2021. SPEP holds an annual holiday party for employees filled with delicious food, fun games, and exciting rewards! This gives our employees...
What is Supply Chain Management, and Why Is It Important?
Logistics and supply chain management are integral to the success of any business that produces physical goods. Unfortunately, virtually every supply chain worldwide has experienced unprecedented disruptions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Lockdowns, travel...
Tie Down Rings & Their Many Uses
Tie down rings are a common type of hardware used to fasten a rope, cord, cable or chain to an anchor point as a way to secure cargo. Sierra Pacific Engineering and Products has a wide variety of these rings for applications on trailers, trucks, RVs and many other...
What are Defeater Handles?
A defeater handle provides added safety and security. By making use of a special mechanism that requires a two-handed operation to open a box or enclosure, a defeater handle helps ensure the contents remain secured. These parts feature a heavy-duty handle design on a...
What Is an Eyebolt?
An eyebolt combines a threaded shaft (or shank) with a complete, round loop at one end. The typical application of an eyebolt is to be threaded to the top of a structure so that a rope or cable can be fed through the ring. This may be used to lift or secure the...
Comparison of Cam Locks and Quarter Turn Latches
Comparison of Cam Locks and Quarter Turn Latches Cam locks and quarter-turn latches are two different families of parts that often get confused for each other due to their similar qualities and features. However, there are many aspects of these parts which can make...
