Riveting Processing

Riveting is a mechanical fastening process used to join materials using a rivet – a permanent mechanical fastener. This method has been used for centuries and remains relevant in many industries today.

The Riveting Process

Riveting involves inserting a rivet through aligned holes in the materials to be joined. The tail of the rivet is then deformed, creating a second head that holds the materials together.

Types of Riveting

There are several types of riveting, including:

• Solid Riveting
• Blind Riveting (or Pop Riveting)
• Semi-tubular Riveting
• Full Tubular Riveting

Equipment

Riveting equipment is generally simpler than welding equipment. It may include:

• Rivet gun 
• Hammer and bucking bar 
• Drill 
• Rivets

Skill Requirements

While riveting does require skill, it generally requires less training than welding. Many riveting tasks can be performed by workers with minimal specialized training.

Riveting Benefits

• Joining dissimilar materials: Riveting excels at joining materials that can’t be easily welded, such as certain combinations of metals or metal-to-metal joints.
• Lower equipment costs: Riveting generally requires less expensive and simpler equipment compared to welding setups.
• Ease of inspection: Riveted joints are typically easier to inspect visually, simplifying quality control processes.
• Lower skill requirements: Riveting often requires less specialized training than welding, potentially reducing labour costs.
• Preserves material properties: Unlike welding, riveting doesn’t involve heating materials to their melting point, which can help preserve the original properties of heat-treated or tempered materials.

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