KATO Fastening Systems, Inc.
KATO is the original inventor and manufacturer of the bi-directional Tangless® screw thread insert. KATO Fastening Systems, Inc. (KATO) was established in 1997 to serve the North American fastener market. KATO manufactures the revolutionary Tangless® CoilThread Insert, standard CoilThread (tanged) inserts, and KATO LockOne.
As an authorized distributor, our partnership gives you access to high-quality fastening solutions that ensure precision and reliability for your projects.
KATO Products Include:
- CoilThread Inserts
- LockOne
- KATO Pro-Kits
- Cordless Power Tools
- Electric Tools
- Air Tools
- Hand Tools
- Removal Tools
- Round Shaft Tools
- STI Taps
- STI Gages
- Thread Repair Kits
KATO Tangless and tanged CoilThread inserts are helically-coiled fastening devices that provide permanent, wear-resistant threads, exceeding the strength of most parent materials.
Featured KATO Products
Tangless CoilThread Inserts
Inserts are a helically-coiled, bi-directional, wire design; that install using a drive notch located at either end of the coil insert instead of a tang located at one end of the inserts.
KATO Pro-Kits
Pro-Kits consist of Aerospace quality free-running Tangless inserts (made from 304 stainless steel), nickel plated production grade installation tool, HSS STI tap and drill bit.
KFS-30 Brushless Driver
Cordless power tool option for CoilThread inserts. Used for both Prewinder & Hex electric installation. Next Gen Brushless Motor technology that utilizes Lithium-ion batteries.
LockOne
LockOne is a lightweight, positive locking fastener designed to prevent a standard nut from loosening free under vibration. Unlike nuts with nylon or locking compounds,
