BTM

BTM Europe Blechverbindungstechnik GmbH is a leading expert in mechanical sheet metal joining technologies, with a particular focus on clinching processes. The company is the European subsidiary of the U.S.-based BTM Corporation, founded in 1966 near Detroit, which has been a pioneer in the development of innovative joining solutions ever since. BTM Europe has been operating in Germany since 1986 and has been offering customized, cost-effective, and reliable solutions to its clients for over 30 years.

Products and Technologies

BTM Europe offers a wide range of products in the field of mechanical joining technology, including:

Clinching systems: Tog-L-Loc®, Lance-N-Loc®, Oval-Loc®, Multi-Loc®, Cavity-Loc®, and Fixed-Loc® systems, suitable for joining various materials and thicknesses.
Portable clinching units: Pneumatic, hydraulic, and battery-operated hand tools that allow flexible use in different manufacturing environments.
C-frames and press frames: Tabletop and free-standing models available with different drive systems (pneumatic, hydraulic, servo-electric).
Fastener equipment: Machines for inserting nuts and studs, including automated feeding systems.
Custom machinery and automation: Fully automated systems that include all steps from design and production to programming and on-site commissioning.

Advantages and Applications

BTM’s clinching technologies offer several advantages:

Cost-efficiency: No need for additional fasteners or preparatory work.
Environmentally friendly operation: No heat input, noise, or harmful emissions.
Strong and reliable joints: High static and dynamic strength, tightness, and electrical conductivity can be achieved.

The technology is widely used in the automotive industry, household appliance manufacturing, electrical equipment, HVAC systems, and many other sectors.