BTM Automation Products Ltd

Established in 1966 BTM has become synonymous with its flagship non-fastener fastening technology known as “Tog-L-Loc”. It is a sheet metal clinching technology that is said to be a simple, economical and efficient solution to metal joining needs.

BTM says that its patented clinching system is:

Consistent – Non-destructive testing & repeatable joints

Economic – Long tool life 300,000 joints common

Versatile – Dissimilar metals can be joined

Simple – Simple punch & die arrangement

To best serve the need for today’s complex designs, high quality standards and global markets the company offers a full and complete machine design and manufacture package from initial enquiry through to installation and commissioning. BTM has expert specialist engineers who are widely experienced in the automotive, lighting, heating and white goods markets amongst other industries.  

In addition to bespoke machine design for clinching and joining operations BTM also offers ready-to-use hand held clinching units, complete robot cells and special purpose machines too.

In addition to its Tog-L-Loc system BTM also provides aluminium clinching technology known as “V-Loc” together with a harder, rotation-resistant version of Tog-L-Loc called “Lance-N-Loc”. Further, the company also offers a leak proof version known as “Oval-Loc” for use where liquids and gases may be present.