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We Hold Together a World of Products

Spirol International may not produce a hot, trendy product, but without our engineered fasteners, everyday items would not perform. You will find Spirol products in the car you drive, your cell phone, the subway train you took today, the medical device that your doctor used on you, your cosmetic case, your radial saw, or your kitchen appliances. You have literally come into contact with Spirol products thousands and thousands of times in your life. We have customers all over the world, in broad and diverse industries.

At SPIROL, we work with customers’ design engineers to examine the best way to fasten and hold their products together. In addition, we work with our customers on assembly and manufacturing engineering to achieve the lowest total manufacturing cost. At the end of the day, our customers have a new product, which they will launch, and usually it includes Spirol’s components holding it all together. Ours is a technical consultative selling model. Spirol employs mechanical engineers as sales engineers to work with our customers during the product development process. Spirol Applications Engineers work with our Sales Engineers to develop technical solutions for our customers. Some direct customer interaction is required of the Applications Engineer, but most interaction occurs with internal Spirol sales personnel. Some lab and technical work is required by the Application Engineer to test theories and applications prior to presentation to the customer.

If you enjoy being on the cutting edge, Spirol Application Engineers work with our customers’ new products a year or two before they are launched in the market.

Asia Applications Engineer / Management Trainee

SPIROL is seeking an Application Engineer for Spirol Asia based out of our Shanghai office. The candidate will train in our Connecticut facility for 12 to 18 months, and then permanently relocate to our Shanghai location. The successful candidate will also be considered on the management fast-track for our Asia Operation, and should take on significant management responsibilities within 3 to 5 years. This is a significant career opportunity for the right candidate.

SPIROL will provide the technical and managerial training necessary for success.

Become a part of SPIROL’s quickly growing Asia team.

Requirements: BS Engineering, preferably Mechanical focus.Some Mandarin Chinese proficiency preferred (we will provide training).

Human ResourcesSpirol International Corporation30 Rock Avenue, Danielson, Connecticut 06239-1434 U.S.A.Tel. 860.774.8571 Fax. 860.774.2048 Email: [email protected]

www.SPIROL.com

You’re interested in an Engineering career.

You want to be part of an international corporation and be

based in Asia.

You want to be visible and make a big

difference.

You want interaction with lots of people

and projects.

But you don’t want to sit at a CAD station

all day.

SPIROL is the company for you.– x + =

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Coiled Spring Pins • Threaded Inserts • Precision Shims • Disc Springs • Solid Pins • Machined Nuts • Thrust Washers • Alignment Dowels/Bushings • Compression Limiters • Spacers

Solution EngineeringOur objective is to enhance our customers’ competitiveness through improved product quality and reduced manufacturing cost.

Customers can rely on SPIROL to be a design partner to help them improve fastening and joining applications in their assemblies. Whether the challenge is related to product quality, assembly or cost, we will work with customers to develop solutions to meet their objectives. We accomplish this by defining their product and assembly criteria, and we innovate using our extensive engineering experience and product knowledge.

In the end, by working with SPIROL at the design stage, customers will have a solution that lowers their overall cost, improves product quality, increases the robustness of their manufacturing process, and gets them to market faster.

In addition, we are the only manufacturer of a broad range of fastener-type components that also provides the installation equipment. This gives us unique insight into the intricacies of feeding and installing many different types of fasteners, and it gives our customers a reliable single source for their fastening solutions.

Because we supply numerous customers with similar products in similar industries, we are able to meet most needs with our standard processes at no additional cost. When customer requirements are unique or complex, we have the resources and expertise to engineer solutions.

We are accessible. Our Sales Engineers are located in the field for responsive personal assistance. Their experience is vast and diverse, and their competence is unsurpassed. We have global locations to support international companies with geographically diverse challenges. We are fully equipped with electronic communication resources, and can help our customers facilitate local design and seamless global supply.

Our UniqueSelling Point:

When customers contact some suppliers, all they ask for is a print and delivery time frame.

We consider this a lost opportunity.

We ask customers: What if an alternative product could reduce your total assembly cost by 20%, 50% or 70% and improve your product’s quality?

This is the SPIROL difference...We deliver innovative solutions based on customer application and business objectives.



A Tubular Rivet was used as a hinge pin for the handle and pawl in an automotive door handle. The door handle assembly was made of plastic.

Prior Solution:This customer was using a Tubular Rivet as the hinge pin for the handle and pawl. They were experiencing problems with noise (buzz, squeak and rattle) with the Tubular Rivet. The customer approached SPIROL for a

recommendation on a fastener that would eliminate the noise problems that they were experiencing, as well as explore the possibility of a cost savings.

Drawbacks of Prior Solution:The Tubular Rivet did not provide a tight fit. By design, the Rivet had a clearance fit through the hole and was retained by a formed head after being installed. The clearance is necessary to allow the body of the Rivet to pass through the hole without damage. In addition, the heading operation occasionally caused the hole in the plastic assembly to enlarge. These two factors created a loose hinge in the door handle and caused it to rattle. The customer tried staking the Rivet tighter to the assembly, however this caused cracking of the plastic boss.

SPIROL Solution:SPIROL investigated using either a Coiled Pin or a Knurled Pin. After a complete technical review, it was decided that the inherent design of the Coiled Pin would provide many benefits in this plastic door handle.

Benefits of SPIROL Solution:Unlike a Rivet, a Coiled Pin has a friction fit. The diameter of a Coiled Pin is

larger than that of the hole and the coiled design applies constant radial force to the hole wall. A Coiled Pin holds itself in place

by conforming to the hole and maintains its flexibility throughout the life of the assembly. Replacing the

Rivet with a Coiled Pin eliminated the noise problems associated with the use of a Tubular Rivet. In addition, the Coiled Pin provided a tight fit and eliminated the need

for any secondary operations for retention. This significantly reduced manufacturing

assembly complexity and cost.

Solution Engineering

SPIROL helps automotive customer resolve buzz, squeak and rattle problem.

Application: Automotive Door Handle


High-performance Solutions for Automotive Applications

Coiled Pinin Fuel Pump

Spacerin Alternator

Compression Limiterin Thermostat Housing

Compression Limiter in Air Manifold

Compression Limiter in Timing Belt Cover

Spacerin Expansion Tank

Dowel Bushingsin Engine Head

Coiled Pinin “Flick” Key Fob

Compression Limiterin Fuel Rail

Compression Limiter and Brass Inserts in Pedal Box

Coiled Pins, Disc Springs and Dowel Bushings in Steering Column, Gearbox and Transfer Cases

Brass Insertsin Bumper Moldings

Brass Insertsin Headlamp Assembly

Coiled Pinin Camshaft

Headed Coiled Pinin ABS Pump

Solid Pinin Glovebox Latch

Brass Insertsin Door Trim

Coiled Pinin Drum Brake Assembly

Spacersin Jack

Coiled Pins andSolid Pins in Interior Handles

Coiled Pins and Solid Pinsin Exterior Handles

Coiled Pinin Trunk Latch

Solid Pinin Trunk 12V Socket

Coiled Pinsin Seat Adjust Mechanisms

Coiled Pinsin Gas Struts

Sleevesin Seat Adjust Handles

Solid Pin andCompression Limiterin Grab Handle

Coiled Pins in Brake andClutch Master Cylinders

Brass Insertsand Compression Limitersin Sunroof Assemblies

Coiled Pinsin Shift Assemblies

Coiled Pinsin Flip-Lid Hinges

Shimsin Shock Tower Assemblies

Dowel Bushingsin Oil Pump Housings

Dowel Bushingsin Cam Bearing Caps

Disc Springsin Clutch Assembly

Shimsin Power Steering Pumps

Coiled Pins and Shims in Transmissions

Shimsin Brake Calipers

Precision Milled Nutsin Gauges and SwitchesHardened Thrust Washers and

Coiled Pins in Differentials

Dowel Bushingsin Control Arms

Coiled Pinin Radiator Cap Assembly

Precision Milled Nutsin Hood Lock

Shims in Water Cooling Pumps

Coiled Pinin Dip Stick

Coiled Pins in Windshield Washer Fluid Pumps

Shims in Water Cooling Pumps

Dowel Bushingsin Sensors

Precision Milled Nutsin Antenna Fixtures

Dowel Bushingsin Intake Manifolds



Fastening & Joining Solutions for Agriculture, Construction Equipment and other Off-Highway Applications

Compression Limitersin Dashboard Assemblies

Compression Limitersin Plastic Framing of Head Liners

Coiled Pinssecure Teeth to Buckets

Compression Limitersin Filters, Covers andother Engine Components

Brass Insertsin Lamp Assemblies

Coiled Pins andDowels in Gearboxesand Transfer Cases

Spacersin Rear Bucket Linkages

Compression Limitersin Plastic Seat Framing

Wear Bushingsin all Pivot Points

Alignment Dowelsin Hydraulic Pumps

Alignment Dowelslocate Cylinder Headsto Engine Blocks

Alignment Dowelsin Clutch Plates

Brass Insertsin Throttle Controls

Brass Insertsin GPS Receivers

Brass Insertsin Air Cleaners

Brass Insertsin Electronic Modules

Metal Shims andThrust Washers in Powertrainfor Alignment and Wear Resistance

Metal Shimsfor Bearing Preloads

Metal Shimsfor Power Couplings

Metal Shimsin Pivot Points

Metal Shimsfor Engine Gaskets

Compression Limitersin Air Conditioning Ductwork

Metal Shimsfor Component Spacing

Metal Shimsin Sensor Alignment

Disc Springsin Brake Clearance Adjusters

Disc Springsin Pressure Control Valves

Disc Springsin Steering Columns

Disc Springsin Clutch Assembly

Disc Springsin Transfer Cases

Coiled Pinsin Fuel Pumps

Coiled Pinas Steering Column Shear Pin

Coiled Pinsin Camshafts

Coiled Pinsin Drum Brake Assemblies

Coiled Pins andSolid Pins in Interior Handles

Coiled Pins andSolid Pinsin Exterior Handles

Coiled Pinsin Seat Adjust Mechanisms

Solid Pins andCompression Limitersin Grab Handles

Coiled Pinsin Brake andClutch Master Cylinders

Machined Nutson In-Cab Control Panels

Machined Nutsfor Fine Drivetrain Adjustments

Machined Nutsin Fuel Delivery Systems

Machined Nutsin Brake Systems



Certified to ISO/TS 16949:2002 • Ford Q1 • ISO 9001:2000 • ISO 9001:2008 • ISO 14001:2004 • AS 9100 Revision B • NADCAP AS 7003 Chemical Processing

Internationally focused, we service customers in all parts of the world either directly, over the internet or through distribution channels. With a reputation spanning over 60 years, our commitment to quality and technical innovation is a primary reason why SPIROL is a participant in the world’s most quality-driven endeavors and has over 15,000 customers such as these:

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