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  • A sleek, metallic flat spring rests on a white background. The spiral is tightly coiled with smooth, reflective surfaces.

    What is a clock spring & how does it work?

    05/06/2026
  • A dark gray circlip with two small holes at its ends, shown on a transparent background.

    What is a fastener? Types, uses and applications explained

    05/06/2026
  • A passenger aircraft landing on a runway against a blue sky, representing real-world aerospace applications for Lesjöfors springs and components.
    Aerospace

    Aircraft components: key parts and their critical functions

    04/02/2026
  • Three constant force springs, one lying on its horizontal axis and the other two lying on their vertical axis.

    What are constant force springs? How they work and typical uses

    02/27/2026
  • A close-up of hands holding a medical injection pen, with fingers turning the dose dial to set the correct amount.
    Medical

    Circular design for springs and pressings in drug delivery devices

    01/22/2026
  • Assorted black compression springs in various sizes arranged on a white background.

    Heat treatment for spring steel: Optimal temperatures and materials

    12/22/2025
  • A worker using digital calipers to measure a formed metal part, with multiple identical components lined up on a conveyor belt.

    What Is Metal Stamping? How the Process Shapes Components

    12/12/2025
  • Close-up of bronze-colored metal coil springs lined up, with the Lesjöfors brand name printed on the surface.

    The surprising impact of shot peening on spring fatigue & performance

    12/11/2025
  • Black and silver compression gas spring with the Lesjöfors name printed on the black section, set against a white background.

    What is a Gas Spring? Gas Spring Mechanism Applications

    11/27/2025
  • A sleek motorboat speeds across dark blue water, leaving a white foamy trail behind.

    The Different Parts of a Boat: Bow, Stern, Hull, Hatches & Components

    11/17/2025
  • Sparks flying as a metal compression spring is ground on a coil grinder.

    How to design a spring: Specifications, materials & prototype essentials

    10/31/2025
  • A technician operating a spring testing machine, with a bright yellow compression spring mounted horizontally on a metal rod. The worker's hand, wearing a black sports watch, presses a button on a small control unit.

    The ultimate guide to testing coil springs: Methods, metrics, and standards

    10/31/2025
  • Close-up of a vehicle’s suspension system, showcasing a wheel and surrounding mechanical parts. The lighting enhances the shiny, metallic textures.
    Electronics

    Precision Metal Stamping in the Electronics Industry: Key Benefits Explained

    09/30/2025
  • Two people collaborating at a desk with laptops about coil spring design, one gesturing towards the screens during a discussion, photographed in black and white.

    The ultimate coil spring design guide: Expert tips

    09/25/2025
  • Close-up of a steel coil spring being formed on an industrial coiling machine, with mechanical components and tooling visible in the dark, blurred background.

    What is shot peening? Benefits for High-performance spring action

    09/25/2025
  • A rally car speeds along a dirt road through a forest, creating a large cloud of dust behind it.
    Automotive

    Custom suspension springs: Revving up sports cars, motorbikes & pick-up truck performance

    08/27/2025
  • A large electrical transmission tower and several wind turbines stand under a cloudy sky, illustrating sources and distribution of electrical energy.
    Energy

    Renewable Energy Components: Spring-Loaded Power Generation

    08/21/2025
  • A fighter jet is parked on a runway at dusk, silhouetted against a dramatic blue and orange sky.
    Defense

    Defense Springs: The Quiet Force Inside Military Engineering

    07/16/2025
  • Collage showing a person receiving an injection, a close-up of a hand holding a syringe, and two syringes placed on a white surface.
    Medical

    Medical Device Springs: The Hidden Precision Behind Critical Tech

    07/15/2025
  • A gloved hand rests on a wooden plank, with a pile of metal springs in the foreground.

    What is Wire Forming? Uses, Process & Techniques

    05/01/2025
  • A red tractor with large tires is parked on a grassy field under a dramatic sunset.
    Hydraulics

    How Does a Hydraulic Valve Work? Understanding the Basics

    04/30/2025
  • Close-up of a large black tension spring with a circular loop end, revealing vivid blue reflections inside the tightly wound coils, against a white background

    How to measure an extension spring: Simple steps for accurate measurements

    03/31/2025
  • A close-up image of compression springs on a shelf post-manufacture and Lesjöfors’ world-class production facility.

    Understanding spring physics: The science behind how springs work

    01/27/2025
  • Large offshore oil and gas platform supported by subsea structure in open ocean under daylight sky
    Energy

    The role of springs in offshore drilling equipment

    01/02/2025
  • Close-up of off-road vehicle suspension with white coil spring and rugged components.
    Automotive AftermarketAutomotiveAutomotive OEM

    Vehicle suspension springs: The backbone of automotive performance and comfort

    01/01/2025
  • Motorcycle racer leaning into a corner on a racetrack during high-speed competition.
    Automotive AftermarketAutomotive OEM

    Motorbike suspension springs explained: What they do and why they matter

    01/01/2025
  • Close-up of multiple curved metal rods aligned in parallel, with a blurred factory environment in the background.

    Stainless steel springs: What’s the best material grade?

    01/01/2025
  • Wind turbines beside an electricity transmission tower against a cloudy sky.
    Energy

    Wind turbine components: The role of springs in critical systems

    11/21/2024
  • Lesjöfors factory worker in gloves holding a set of banana springs in an industrial manufacturing environment.

    What are banana springs & how are they used in industry applications?

    10/15/2024
  • An illuminated oil refinery complex photographed at sunset, with towers, pipework and industrial structures lit up against a dramatic orange and purple sky.

    What does an actuator do? The ultimate guide to function, types & applications

    09/25/2024
  • A macro close-up of a black tension spring end loop.

    5 Key types of extension springs and their uses

    09/04/2024
  • A large stainless steel torsion spring with two straight legs extending outward, photographed on a white background.

    5 steps on how to measure a torsion spring

    08/23/2024
  • A close-up of a red powder-coated coil spring mounted on a black and silver automotive shock absorber assembly, displayed on a white surface.

    The benefits of powder coating coil springs

    08/19/2024
  • Macro view of coiled metal springs showing internal diameter and precision-engineered form.

    Different types of springs and their applications

    08/06/2024
  • Metal tension spring with hook ends designed for extension and load-bearing applications.

    Do springs lose tension over time?

    07/12/2024
  • A male trampolinist in a red leotard and white trousers performing a pike jump high above a blue trampoline in an indoor gymnastics gym.

    The role of heavy-duty springs in the Olympics

    07/04/2024
  • Two vintage Benetton-sponsored Formula 1 cars racing on a circuit, the lead car numbered 3 in green and black livery.
    Automotive

    Springs Used in Formula 1 - Enhancing Performance & Stability

    05/22/2024
  • Large green tractor pulling a yellow trailer on farmland under a cloudy sky.
    Hydraulics

    Agriculture springs: The backbone of modern farming equipment

    05/02/2024
  • A 3D rendered illustration of a sleek, aerodynamic red and white high-speed passenger train travelling along a track at speed, with a blurred urban background suggesting motion.
    Automotive

    Noise reduction on the rail tracks: The silent benefits of heavy springs

    04/26/2024
  • Illuminated mineral processing plant with conveyor systems and stockpiled rock at dusk with a dramatic sunset sky.

    Heavy Springs and Vibration Control: Enhancing Equipment Lifespan in Mining

    04/26/2024
  • A close-up of a glowing red and orange hot coiled compression spring on a mandrel during the hot coiling manufacturing process.

    Cold coiling vs hot coiling

    03/28/2024
  • Stainless steel torsion spring with angled leg ends, showing a closely wound coil body against a white background.

    What is a torsion spring & how does it work?

    03/28/2024
  • Red coil spring on a automotive coilover suspension unit.

    Mastering the coil spring manufacturing process: A comprehensive guide

    03/11/2024
  • Close-up of multiple Lesjöfors coil springs in a bronze finish, showing tightly wound coils in rows.

    What is a coil spring? Types, functions, and applications

    03/06/2024
  • Three black-coated tension springs of varying sizes with hook ends for extension and load-bearing applications.

    Exploring the versatile world of tension spring applications

    03/01/2024
  • A close-up of a silver tension spring with a hook end mounted vertically on red and grey heavy machinery, alongside a metal latch mechanism.

    Understanding how tension springs work

    02/21/2024
  • Four tension springs of various sizes on a white background.

    Compression spring or tension spring - Which one should you choose?

    02/02/2024
  • Close-up of water droplets forming on the tips of a compressions spring, with a blurred blue background.

    Choosing the right compression spring materials: Properties, uses & expert advice

    01/19/2024
  • Black powder-coated compression coil spring with uniform winding, shown against a white background.

    Types of compression springs: Unleashing their full potential

    01/12/2024
  • A black and white close-up photograph of a compression spring on a vehicle suspension system, with a wheel rim visible in the background.

    Compression spring applications

    12/13/2023
  • A black and white close-up photograph of a mechanical engine showing multiple compression springs and valve components in a row.

    Compression spring mechanism & how it works

    12/01/2023
  • Large concrete dam with water reservoir surrounded by rocky landscape and bridge in background.
    AerospaceMedicalElectronics

    7 facts you might not know about springs & where they're used

    08/10/2023
  • Interior of a large industrial warehouse showing tall red metal racking systems storing multiple coils of steel wire rod stacked across several levels, with a polished concrete floor in the foreground.

    Materials commonly used for manufacturing suspension springs

    05/23/2023
  • A collection of coil springs in various sizes, including two large black compression springs, one small black compression spring, and one orange coil spring, arranged on a white background.

    Examples of spring types and their applications

    04/24/2023
  • A close-up image of compression springs on a shelf post-manufacture and Lesjöfors’ world-class production facility.

    How a spring is made: Compression spring manufacturing process

    02/21/2023
  • Suspension coil springs on a production line in an industrial manufacturing setting.

    What's in a spring?

    10/04/2021

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