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The term "Chicago Screw" refers to a type of fastener that in it's simplest form consists of a round domed head with a slot drive and a threaded shank. The origin of the name is believed to derive from it's use in the manufacturing and construction industries in Chicago during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Chicago was a major manufacturing center during that time, and many innovative tools and fasteners were developed there.

Chicago screws are also referred to as binding screws or fasteners. Their simplistic design makes them a good fit for many uses that range from binding paper...

No one product or application is alike. With such a variety of sizes to choose from along endless ways in which they can be used, figuring out what hardware to use can become a daunting task. In an effort to lend a helping hand we have put together this guide.

Whether you are in the designing, prototyping or hardware replacement stages of a product we hope you'll find this guide useful. The information presented below pertains to items found on this website and was designed to incorporate the use of standard and readily available tools and is to be used as a reference only.

Below is a list of standard finishes we have to offer along with a brief description of the process involved in achieving those finishes. The image above represents the finishes listed below. We cannot guarantee that the finish you receive will match exactly to the finish represented in the image above. Although we make it our utmost goal to be consistent with our finishes, there are several factors involved, some out of our control, which may cause the finish to differ slightly from one batch to another. Please contact us for more details or to discuss options. To...