This section provides an overview for riveters as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 24 riveter manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked riveter companies as of November, 2024: 1.KSEET Special Metal Products Co.,Ltd., 2.Stryver Manufacturing, Inc., 3.Pro Line Systems International Inc..
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A riveter is a tool used to fasten (join) metal plates using a type of fastener called a rivet.
Riveters are employed to fasten metal plates when bolts, nuts, or screws cannot be used, when reaching around the backside of the plate is impractical, or when welding is not feasible.
Since rivets can be used to fasten metal plates together semi-permanently with high strength, they are also used to fasten the exterior panels of airplanes.
However, once rivets are fastened, they cannot be easily removed. Therefore, this method is not suitable for fastening items that will be removed at a later date or periodically.
This section describes how to use the hand riveter to attach rivets to the workpiece.
To prepare for the rivet, drill a pre-drilled hole in the workpiece. At this time, be sure to drill a hole that matches the standard size of the rivet to be fastened. Insert the rivet into the drilled hole. Attach a riveter to a nose piece that matches the size of the rivet to be used. Insert the shaft portion of the rivet into the riveter, and then place the nose piece tightly against the flange of the rivet.
Close the riveter handle and tighten the rivet, and the riveter will cut the shaft portion of the rivet. After confirming that the riveter has been cut, remove the riveter from the rivet. Open the handle of the riveter to eject the shaft portion of the cut rivet.
When selecting a riveter, be sure to check the rivet size (rivet diameter) and the material that can be used.
There are three main types of riveters: hand riveters, electric riveters, and air riveters. The features of each are summarized below.
Hand riveters are easy for beginners to handle because they can crimp rivets simply by grasping the handle, and many of them are reasonably priced. They are easy to carry and do not require a power source, batteries, or air supply, so they can be used anywhere.
Electric riveters can easily caulk rivets by simply turning on the switch, making them ideal when you have a large number of rivets to caulk, or when work efficiency is important. Battery-powered riveters do not require a power supply.
Air riveters are lighter than electric riveters, and are suitable when large numbers of rivets are to be caulked. Also, the power of air allows for more powerful and quicker crimping. However, it is necessary to prepare air for using the air riveter and secure a work location where an air hose can be routed.
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AIMCO, founded in the United States in 1970, is a manufacturer of pneumatic power tools. The company's product portfolio includes an extensive range of pneumatic hand tools, including impact wrenches, air drills, grinders, sanders, and riveters. It serves industries such as aerospace, agriculture, general industry, manufacturing, and medical devices. The company also provides services including tool selection, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure maximum tool longevity and exports to over 33 countries.
Edward Segal Inc., established in 1942 with headquarters in the USA, is a manufacturer of eyelet, grommet, and rivet setting machines under the Edward Segal brand. The company's product line includes high-speed eyelet machines, multiple eyelet feeder machines, portable pneumatic presses, fully automatic pneumatic grommet machines, and snap fastener machines. The company's products are used in the manufacture of various consumer products, including circuit boards, textiles, toys, electronics, and banners, among others.
Stryver Manufacturing, Inc. is a custom manufacturer of automated machinery, robotic systems, and tooling that is headquartered in Trotwood, Ohio, and was established in 2005. The company, an ISO 9001:2015 and MIL-I-45208A certificate holder offers a wide range of products such as robotic welding fixtures, customized production machinery, material handling equipment and standard robotic systems. The company provides multiple services, including turn-key robotic systems integration, mechanical design, contract programming, and fabrication. Stryver Manufacturing's products and services are used in numerous industries, including oil and gas refining, automotive, aviation, transportation and defense, as well as appliance, heavy machinery, and packaging industries.
Hanson Rivet and Supply Co., founded in 1929, is a supplier of rivets and riveting tools and equipment used by aerospace and commercial manufacturers. The company, based in Pacoima, California, earned its ISO 9001 certificate in 2015. They supply different rivets, such as tubular, shoulder, blind, solid, and drive. Their other products include threaded inserts, lockbolts, washers, and special fasteners. They supply riveting tools and machines, such as tool selectors, hand squeezers, and accessories. Hanson also assembles short runs, long runs, impact and squeeze riveting, and other hardware components.
Chicago Rivet & Machine Co., founded in Naperville, IL in 1920 is a of Custom Cold Headed Parts. The company's product portfolio includes precision machining services to further refine and finish the cold headed parts and materials, including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and brass. The company serves industries such as Oil and Gas, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Construction, and Power Generation. The company also offers customer services that include support, custom research projects and customized services.
Sumake Industrial Co., Ltd., founded in 1997 and based in Taipei City, Taiwan, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in direct current (DC) and pneumatic tools, as well as compressors. Their product portfolio includes assembly, cordless, electric, and pneumatic tools. Additionally, Sumake offers various types of air compressors, including mini, piston (belt), portable, and screw compressors, along with associated parts and accessories like cast iron pumps (compressor heads). Supporting their production operations, Sumake has a compressor facility, established as a joint venture with Lacmé, a French manufacturer. The company provides workshop equipment, such as air tapping machines, vacuum cleaners, and more.
Murrplastik Systemtechnik GmbH, established in 1963 and headquartered in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, is a manufacturer of smart cable management systems and components. The company’s systems optimize cable management, reduce costs, and enhance machine performance, protecting customer investments and minimizing downtime. It excels in custom solutions for mechanical engineering, switchgear, and energy industries. It also provides solutions for automation, robotics, and cable management industries. The company specializes in cost-effectiveness, flexibility, and labeling solutions. Its services cover logistics, assembly, and support, ensuring durable cable management solutions.
GYS France is a manufacturer of collision repair equipment and car battery chargers that was established in 1964 in Saint-Berthevin, France. The company’s product lineup includes plasma cutters, inverter welder machines for metal inert gas or metal active gas (MIG/MAG) as well as tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, and spot welding generators. It also offers battery chargers, boosters, and testers for salvage or rescue operations. The company operates internationally, with subsidiaries and factories in Europe and China.
Lobtex CO. LTD., established in 1888 and headquartered in Higashiosaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of various tools like industrial fasteners, cutting, fastening, work, and electrical equipment tools. The company invented the two-handed hair clipper in 1888 as an alternative to imported clippers and made it popular in the barber industry. In 1928, it started making wrenches, and in 1932, it successfully produced the first adjustable wrench made domestically. It is ISO9001 and ISO1400 certified, and some of its products include hand punchers, riveters, pliers, wrenches, and vises.
Ningbo Hengliwei Hardware Co., Ltd., established in 1998 in Zhejiang, China, is a manufacturer and exporter of hardware products for households and other industrial terrains. The company manufactures a wide range of tools and equipment, including auto parts, clamps, and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) components. These products find application in industrial settings, providing essential support for binding clamps that secure connections between different materials. Its products are extensively utilized to facilitate the procurement of repair and maintenance services for diverse utilities.
KSEET Special Metal Products Co., Ltd., established in 2009 with headquarters in China, is a manufacturer of SZENT-branded riveting machines, tools, and spare parts. The company's product line includes industrial-grade lithium rivet guns, pneumatic grind and groove rivet guns, electric blind rivet tools, rivet nut tools, and hydraulic riveting machines. The company also offers custom design, engineering, and manufacture of client-specific riveting systems. The company's products are used in the manufacture of aircraft, automobiles, computers, electrical appliances, solar energy, and containers.
Wuxi Yuke Environmental Science & Technology Co. Ltd. is a fixing, fastener and blind rivet manufacturer founded in 2007 in Jiangsu, China. Its product catalogue includes a wide range of standard and special blind rivets, rivet nuts, riveter guns. It features new products like open end tubular rivets. The company works with many methods of rivet connection, and it displays clear articles on managing, looking after and inspecting their products. The firm's lead time is around 7 days for samples and under 30 days for mass production. It can also issue certificates of analysis/conformance; insurance; origin, and other export documents.
AIRPRO INDUSTRY CORP., established in 2001, is a manufacturer and supplier of pneumatic tools, headquartered in New Taipei City, Taiwan. Their wide range of pneumatic tools, branded as AIRPROWU, includes air tools, aircraft tools, oil pulse tools, air screwdrivers, and air compressors. Additionally, AIRPRO offers spray guns and accessories, pressure tanks and pumps, hand tools, auto body shop tools, and auto repair tools. Furthermore, the company provides a range of cordless tools and electric tools. AIRPRO caters to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and original design manufacturers (ODMs) in America, Europe, and Asia, providing customized products to meet their specific requirements.
Ingersoll Rand Power Tools and Lifting, founded in 1859 and based in Davidson, North Carolina, USA, is a manufacturer of power tools and lifting equipment. Its product range encompasses bolting, assembly solutions, surface preparation, applied power, and construction tools. Some of its products are nutrunners, torque multipliers, riveting tools, and wrenches. It also offers air starters, air motors, barring motors, and air starters. The company maintains ISO 9001 certifications for its manufacturing facilities and adheres to global standards.
USAG, founded in 1926 and headquartered in Vimercate, Lombardy, Italy, is a renowned manufacturer of professional tools. The company offers a wide range of products, including sockets, wrenches, torque bars, pneumatic tools, and griffes, which find extensive use across automotive, industrial, and mechanical applications. In 1991, the company became part of the French Group Facom Tools S.A., subsequently joining The Stanley Works and, by March 2010, becoming a part of the Multi-National Group Stanley Black & Decker Inc.
Gesipa, founded in 1955 and based in Mörfelden-Walldorf, Germany, is a manufacturer of rivet technology products and solutions. As a member of the international SFS group, Gesipa offers a variety of tools, such as blind rivets, lockbolt setting tools, and various accessories. The company serves four primary customer segments: automotive riveting, industrial applications, and equipment manufacturing. It is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, and all the German production locations are IATF 16949 certified. The company also provides various services, including regular maintenance, training for the customer’s staff, and firmware updates.
Grant Riveters, originally founded in 1904 as The Grant Manufacturing and Machine Company, was established in 2005 with its headquarters in the USA as a manufacturer of Grant Riveters riveting machines, equipment, and parts. The company's product line includes milling machine riveting kits, pneumatic benchtop rivet presses, horizontal riveting systems, and rotary automated riveting systems. The company also offers riveting technique and process consulting and contract riveting services. The company primarily serves US government contractors and industries that include aerospace, automotive, agriculture, and manufacturing.
Rivet Factory Group s.r.o., established in 1990 with headquarters in the Czech Republic, is a manufacturer and distributor of its own range of riveting tools. The company's product line includes a range of hydraulic and pneumatic blind riveting tools with extraction and multifunction triggers and a range of manual long arm riveters. The company serves various industries, including construction, HVAC, metalworking, and manufacturing. The company's clients include Applifast, AVDEL, BOLLHOFF, GESIPA, and STANLEY.
TOPTUL is part of ROTAR Group, founded in 1981 and operating in Taichung, Taiwan. TOPTUL is a manufacturer and distributor of tools and hardware equipment around the world. TOPTUL is ISO 9001:2008 certified. TOPTUL products include master tool sets, wrenches, torque wrenches, hand sockets, bit sockets, socket accessories, impact sockets, pneumatic tools, power tools, hexagon, star key tools, screwdrivers, bits, power bits, pliers, hammers & striking tools series, tool storage, tool display, auto tools, VDE insulated & general electrician’s tools, TOPTUL accessories, and other tools.
Pro-Tek inc. was founded in 1982 and is a supplier of paint and body shop equipment products based in Longueuil, Quebec, Canada. The company offers various products such as paint thickness testers, air control units, air dry guns, jetair waterborne drying systems, and HLVP pressure spray. The products are waterborne compatible with stainless steel sets and fluid passages. The products are supplied to the body shop and paint market industries. The company offers warranty for the products for up to 1 year after the purchase.
ACURITE INDUSTRIES CORP., established in 1943, is headquartered in Illinois, United States, and operates as a producer, saler, and distributor entity specializing in delivering quality instruments under the brand name "POWERHIT." The company provides diverse items designed and manufactured within the United States. Furthermore, the company succeeds by utilizing quality, user-friendly digital readouts and computer numerical control (CNC) systems, which present a wide range of flexible methods to enhance productivity and improve precision.
S & G Tool Aid Corp is based in Newark, New Jersey, USA, and a distributor of mechanic’s tools and equipment that was incorporated in 1983. The company stocks tools from brands such as Lisle, Tool Aid, and Astro Pneumatic. These include paint and body repair tools for automotive applications, diagnostic and repair tools for construction or electrical applications, and aircraft suspension and alignment tools. The company mainly markets to clients in the automotive, construction, and agriculture industries.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | KSEET Special Metal Products Co.,Ltd. |
14.3%
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2 | Stryver Manufacturing, Inc. |
14.3%
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3 | Pro Line Systems International Inc. |
14.3%
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4 | Wuxi Yuke Environmental Science & Technology Co. Ltd. |
14.3%
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5 | AIRPRO |
14.3%
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6 | Hanson Rivet & Supply Co,. |
14.3%
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7 | Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. |
14.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the riveter page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 5 | 27.8% |
Taiwan | 4 | 22.2% |
China | 3 | 16.7% |
Germany | 1 | 5.6% |
France | 1 | 5.6% |
Japan | 1 | 5.6% |
Czech Republic | 1 | 5.6% |
Italy | 1 | 5.6% |
Canada | 1 | 5.6% |