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FASTENER INSERTION
Clinch vs. Weld
PEM® Europe is a fully integrated manufacturing and technical centre in Galway, Ireland which manufactures all PEM® self-clinching fasteners for the European market. Discover the advantage of clinch nuts and other PEM® self-clinching fasteners over challenging spot weld and tack weld processes.

FASTENER INSERTION
Full System Installation Solutions
PEM® Europe offers the most comprehensive line of automatic and manual machines, and in-die installation systems including PEMSERTER® and Haeger® machines. All designed to safely, reliably, accurately, and quickly install PEM® fasteners.
We provide support throughout the entire journey, helping you choose the right installation machine for your manufacturing needs and offering essential maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
industries
Focused on industry
PEM® offers innovative fastening solutions for a variety of applications across industries like Automotive Electronics, Consumer Electronics, Datacom and more.








engineering services
Solutions born from collaboration.
PEMEDGE® Services
Gain a market edge.
Benefit from the expertise of trained engineers with this array of complimentary services. Designed to help improve your product’s cost, quality, time to market, and overall performance, these services advance your products and our world.

APPLICATION ENGINEERING
- Application Review
- Custom Design/Product Development
- Customer Drawings
- Catalog Samples
- 3D Models
- Prototype Development Center

Testing Service
- FEA Analysis
- Mechanical Testing
- Tensile and Compression Strength
- Micro Hardness
- Fastener Joint Cross-Sectioning
- Corrosion and Plating Testing

Teardown Service
- Complete Product Disassembly
- Assembly Structure Assessment
- Identify Alternative Fastening Solutions
- Alternative Fastener Replacement/Testing
- Teardown Report
- Identify Efficiencies/Implementation Plan

FASTENERCLASS® MASTER CLASS
- Free Customized Training Sessions
- Learn from Global Experts
- Live, web-based, and pre-recorded training options available
Standard Classes Include:
- Theory, Best Practices, Application Exploration
- Intro to Self-Clinch Theory
- Proper Fasteners for Stainless Steel Panels
- Surface Mount Fastener Technology (SMT) vs. Broach

Virtual Tech Support
- Connect with a live senior PEM® Engineering expert – you choose the date/time
- Get advanced consult for your application and design questions
- Review drawings and 3D models
- Discuss technical cleanliness needs
- Explore product teardown opportunities
latest articles
News & Notes
Blog Post / PEM Europe
PEM® Self-Clinching Fasteners Solutions In Europe
26/09/2022The European fastener market is projected to rise rapidly in compound annual growth rate in…
Blog Post
Fasteners Every Server Engineer Should Know
28/11/2025As demand for data capacity continues to grow - driven by AI workloads, high -…
Blog Post
Switching from Weld Fasteners to Clinch Fasteners | PEM
25/09/2025Why Switch from Weld Fasteners to Clinch Fasteners - Beyond the Obvious For many design…
Blog Post
PFAS-free Fasteners | PEM
28/03/2025Reduce PFAS concerns with PEM® Self Clinching Fasteners In today’s manufacturing landscape, environmental and regulatory…

careers in europe
See yourself here? Drop us a line.
PEM® as a leading brand of PennEngineering®, is always on the lookout for the best and brightest in their fields. Browse our current European openings to see how you can help us solve the world’s toughest fastening problems.
